There’s a lot more to losing weight than the amount of calories you consume. Here’s what you should know about inflammation and weight loss. Does inflammation cause weight gain? Research suggests thatreducing inflammationis a good first step to long-term weight loss. But how exactly does inflammation prevent the body from losing weight? I’m breaking down the connection, plus five ways to prevent inflammation from stifling your weight-loss goals. Here’s a brief look at how inflammation and weight are connected....

Inflammation may be harming your gut health. Heres what it’s possible for you to do about it. Illustration: Michela Buttignol. Animation: Cassie Basford. Inflammation is your bodys natural defense against illness, injury and stress. Keep reading to learn how inflammation can harm your gut health and what you might do to prevent it. What Is Inflammation? There are two types of inflammation:acute and chronic. Acute inflammation is your body’s quick and natural reaction to harmful things like infections or injuries....

Nutrients in this delicious plant-based protein source might just help make bathroom trips more regular. Getty Images Key Takeaways Feeling backed up or straining on the toilet is no fun. For adults 60 and over, that number jumps to 33%. Photo:Getty Images Whats the Link Between Peanut Butter and Constipation? So, it may be worth checking the ingredients list of your peanut butter. If you are allergic to peanuts, consuming them can lead to anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic response....

Shaking the saltshaker too frequently may sabotage your weight-loss goals. Salt is a calorie-free condiment used to preserve food and elevate the flavor in a uniquely delicious way. It is well-established that consuming too much salt is linked toelevated blood pressure. Photo: Getty Images How are the two linked? But it’s not simply any fluid that people who eat salt drink. And it is well-established that consuming excessive amounts of added sugar is linked to weight gain....

Bubbly water is a refreshing, healthy swap for soda. But is there such a thing as too much? But, do these bubbles cause inconvenient side effects like belching or bloating? Getty / Boris SV We asked a gastroenterologist to explain why this might happen, and what you could do it avoid it. Sparkling water contains gas, which you swallow when you drink it. “This carbon dioxide is mainly going to be belched before it gets to our stomach....

Fruit slices: Abbey Littlejohn. Gummy bears: Getty Images. Key Takeaways Americans love sugar, notably added sugars. Photo:Fruit slices: Abbey Littlejohn. Gummy bears: Getty Images. Is it possible that our outsized love for added sugars is feeding a cancer epidemic? We dug into the science to find out. In fact, eating too much added sugar is linked with chronic health issues liketype 2 diabetesand heart disease. Not all added sugars are the same when it comes to cancer risk....

If excessive sugar may increase the risk of chronic inflammation, should you avoid sugar? Inflammation is a term youve likely heard before. It can actually be beneficial when its in response to an injury, like stubbing your toe. Getty Images Before we scare you off, there is good news! Diet and lifestyle choices can significantly impact chronic inflammation. However, you must tread lightly when you read the headlines surrounding diet and inflammation....

Heres what the science reveals. This is what research shows. Cold Shower vs. Photo:Adobe Stock Cold Plunge: Are the Health Benefits the Same? First, there are some notable benefits of taking either a cold shower or cold plunge. Both cold showers and cold plunges can help with alertness. And before you jump in the shower, you should consider the risks. Talk to your health care provider for personalized advice if you think you might benefit from short-term hydrotherapy....

The Queen of Country has a new set of hits for home bakers. Plan on breakfast with Dolly in the form of pancakes, muffins and cinnamon swirl crumb cake. Parton: Kason Kempin/Getty Images Few of us can ever hope to compose a hit song like Dolly Parton. Photo:Parton: Kason Kempin/Getty Images But in all herBook Ladymagnanimity, Parton has shared another set of potential hits with fans. The new mixes includecinnamon crumb cake,blueberry muffinsandbanana nut muffins....

You’ll want to make these recipes ASAP. Walnut Pie Step aside, pecan pieDolly’s Walnut Pielooks next-level delicious. Photo: Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal/Getty Images

Nope, the “Jolene” singer is not claiming to “reverse dementia.” Now America’s sweetheart, Dolly Parton, is debunking a similar claim. “She’s more the cake, cookie, and cornbread throw in.” Photo: Theo Wargo/Getty Images Like the ads themselves, those articles are fabricated. Even if they work, the weight loss they trigger will likely be unhealthy. Just be sure to chat with your doctor about starting a CBD supplement before you dive in....

We tried the trick for ourselves and our eggs will never be the same. It’s been an essential step for her weekend breakfasts ever since. But does this cooking method actually work? Photo: Getty Images / John Lamparski I headed to the kitchen to find out. I tried to keep things as simple as possible to eliminate as many variables as I could.

Read through the rest of our interview to get the scoop on these topics and more. EatingWell: Whats your favorite way to stay active and feel healthy? Cheadle:It depends. Photo:Courtesy of Brand And now, if I dont exercise, I miss it. I think that endorphin rush has become something I love. When Im around the facilities that have it, I love to cold plunge for contrast therapy, too. EatingWell: What made you want to start cold plunging?...