Are all fruits good for you or should you limit certain ones? Is Fruit Sugar Bad for You? It’s common knowledge that added sugar could be harmful in excessive amounts. Getty Images However, fruits naturally contain sugar called fructose, and the difference betweennatural sugars and added sugarscan be confusing. Fruits are generous in good-for-you nutrients. Many people with diabetes think they have to avoid fruit. But each one offers a wealth of nutrition that you’re missing out on by neglecting them....

Sometimes too much of a good thing isn’t so great. But sometimes, some things that we perceive as “healthy” may inadvertently harm our immune function. It is essential for maintaining overall well-being and quality of life. Photo:Getty Images When you have a weak immune system, your body becomes more susceptible to infections and diseases. Common signs of a weakened immune system include recurrent colds, chronic fatigue and slow healing of wounds....

While you might have good intentions, skip these habits the next time you go to a dinner party. Raise your hand if you’re glad dinner parties are back! There are few things that bring us closer together than sharing a meal and opening our homes to others. Adobe Stock / BONNINSTUDIO/Stocksy But not everything comes off in the way we intend. But we all have those friends who insist that they have everything covered....

Plus, some pointers on chopsticks. If you’re dining with people who have Chinese heritage, you could look to them for guidance. And if not, keep these tips in mind the next time you’re at your favorite Chinese restaurant. Photo: Getty Images That’s typically because Chinese meals are most often enjoyed with multiple people, if not multiple families. Resist the urge to quiet your fellow diners, and enjoy the boisterous atmosphere instead....

Your good intentions may actually be frustrating and downright rude for your local barista. Here are some things that might be well-intentioned, but are actually rude. We see your effort, and so does Starbucks. Photo: Courtesy of Brand You’ll get a small discount on your coffee and earn some stars through their rewards program. That’s a win-win situation. Just be sure that the reusable mug is actually clean. “If the mug is dirty, I’m not touching it,” says Reddit useriamjaydenstrest....

Personally, I think anyone could benefit from some time spent working in retail. Grocery retail is an especially strange realm all its own. Everyone has to eat; therefore, everyone has to buy food somewhere. Getty Images And assomeone who has worked for Trader Joe’s, I’ve observed so many (too many!) different corners of human behavior from my time spent at the popular grocer. But my co-workers and I often shuddered at a cart overflowing with reusable bags....

This veggie has a nice crunch when raw and a tender, creamy bite when cooked. But carrots have a whole lot more than delicious flavor to offer us. Here, we’ve highlighted six of the best health benefits of carrots. This orange veggie gets its color partly from beta-carotene, which is in the carotenoid family of antioxidants. Now we know why carrots are an essential ingredient in everyone’s go-to sick mealchicken noodle soup....

These foods can help reduce inflammation even if you dont have a lot of time to prepare meals. Courtesy of Brand/Getty Images Some of the most common chronic diseases have been linked withchronic inflammation. Were talking about things like heart disease, stroke, chronic respiratory diseases, cancer and diabetes. Photo:Courtesy of Brand/Getty Images According toStatPearls, a whopping 3 out of 5 people worldwide die from a chronic inflammatory disease. In fact, Wegmans has some amazing convenient products with anti-inflammatory benefits....

Still not feeling 100% back to yourself after getting over COVID-19? Join the long COVID club. This is because COVID-19 triggers excessive production of cytokines, which are compounds that trigger inflammation. Photo: Getty Images Reducing COVID-19-triggered inflammation and supporting the immune system. Certain foods and nutrients play a significant role in supporting the immune system and reducing inflammation. Here are six top foods that may help to manage and even improve long COVID symptoms....

Spring brings a fresh variety of nutrient-rich foods that can help fight inflammation. Stock up on these ingredients to support your health and enjoy delicious, anti-inflammatory meals all season. Strawberries Spring is the peak season for strawberries, which is good news for your health. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Asparagus Asparagusis a springtime delicacy loaded with fiber, folate and antioxidants. It also contains saponins, a plant compound that can have antioxidant properties....

After the holidays, Im turning to these vibrant veggies to help me feel my best. Even more so, excessive alcohol and added sugars can increase inflammation in my body. But eating more of these vegetables doesnt have to break the bank. Photo:Antonis Achilleos Cabbage Here atEatingWell, we love cabbage. We use it in everything fromCaesar salad riffstocreamy casseroles. And thats one of the main reasons I love cabbage so much: Its so versatile....

Include these sips for better health and wellness. The effects of drinks on overall health tend to be totally underrated. We dug into the research to find the best drinks to include in your anti-inflammatory diet. Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser First: What to avoid. A compound found in turmeric, called curcumin, hasanti-inflammatory properties. Watercress is one noteworthy leafy green veggie that can be an important part of an anti-inflammatory juice recipe....

If you have diabetes, should you have a snack before you go to bed? And if so, what should you snack on? Experts dish out the answers below. Photo: Photographer: Leigh Beisch, Food Stylist: Emily Caneer, Props: Glenn Jenkins Maybe you take a bath, cuddle with your cat, read a book or do all the above. But if you have diabetes, you might wonder if you should add a snack to that routine....