Audrey Bruno

Find out if the viral TikTok trend has what it takes to be a well-rounded meal.

This TikTok trend is actually legit—just keep a few things in mind before you try it.

What you eat affects more than just your taste buds: It’s well-established that certain nutrients can do your body good, from bolstering your bones to protecting your heart. But what about your brain—can eating specific foods ward off conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia? For years, lots of promising research has suggested that what you eat can benefit your brain, and a buzzed-about study from earlier this year only supported that connection. Older folks who more strong…

If your go-to bowl leaves you famished an hour later, try this.

Experts say it depends.

It seems like chickpeas get all the love as a pantry powerhouse, but the reality is, black beans can be just as versatile—not to mention as affordable and nutritious too. These little legumes might not get as much acclaim on social media, but they’re equally deserving of a spot in your cabinet. Just like chickpeas, black beans bring a neutral flavor that melds with a whole lot of ingredients and a strong nutritional profile rich in things like fiber and protein. And thanks to their darker hue, t…

Lots of folks have turned to probiotic products like kefir to try to ease their digestive woes, but as the “gut health” category in the supermarkets has continued to explode, we’ve seen some interesting offshoots come to the aisles too. Take coconut kefir, a variation of the OG that’s drawing a lot of attention—it’s purported to offer the same benefits as the traditional stuff, but in a totally dairy-free way. That, of course, could make it extra attractive for the one in three Americans who are…

I’m the type of person who won’t eat breakfast unless it can be ready in five minutes or less. That means I rely a lot on stuff like cereal, microwave oatmeal, and smoothies—or, to be honest, I forget I’m supposed to eat entirely, until I find myself suddenly ravenous a couple hours later. While my quick breakfasts certainly are convenient and provide a brief energy boost from carbohydrates, they lack the protein I need to successfully avoid feeling like a raw ball of nerves before lunch time. A…

Scroll through social media, and it won’t be long before you stumble on bovine colostrum supplements—the latest nutrition trend that’s making big claims and leaving us with even bigger questions. Made from the milk-like substance secreted in late pregnancy and the first few days of breastfeeding, the liquid—normally reserved for infants and other baby mammals like calves—is now being touted as almost a magic bullet for adults. Companies claim a wide range of health benefits, from improving your…

It seems like every day, there’s a new milk alternative hitting grocery store aisles. The trend’s been leaning toward plant-based stuff, but ultra-filtered milk—the latest liquid darling—is setting itself apart by relying on real deal dairy. And on some pretty significant nutritional claims: Labels on popular brands like Fairlife tout way more protein than the traditional stuff and none of the lactose, a welcome change for the more than one in three Americans who have difficulty digesting regula…