Lucy Danziger is the former Editor-in-Chief of SELF magazine, and past president of the American Society of Magazine Editors. She has written several books but now that she is a plant-based eater, is healthier and happier than when she authored books about diet and happiness. Danziger is currently the Editorial Director and Chief Content Officer of The Beet.
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Indian Actress Mishti Mukherjee, 27, Dies of Kidney Failure Related to Keto Diet
Indian actress Mishti Mukherjee died of kidney failure at the age of 27, due to complications related to her keto diet, according to a statement from her family. Mishti as she was known, suffered kidney failure related to her strict keto diet, Friday evening, according to a statement …
How to be Healthy in a Time of COVID: Connect, Be Kind, Move & Eat Healthy
A doctor friend who is an orthopaedist at the Hopsital for Special Surgery in New York City, Dr. Jordan Metzl, is an author, life coach and something of a personal guru to his patients and friends. He also runs regular kick-ass "Iron Strength" workouts in Central Park and on the Intrepid, …
What is the Okinawa Diet and How Can You Follow It to Live Longer, Healthier
We've been hearing more and more about the Okinawa Diet recently, named for the small island off of southern Japan that is home to some of the longest-living, healthiest people on the planet. They not only don't die of the usual western diseases like heart disease and diabetes, but many of…
The 13 Best Foods to Boost Your Immune System to Fight Off COVID-19 Symptoms
Here's what you need to know about fighting off COVID-19: Nothing but your immune system can beat this disease. And to have a stronger immune response to the invaders (virus particles that enter your lungs, blood cells, and organs and wreak havoc and cause inflammation) you need to eat a diet h…
The Simpsons Are Still Predicting the Future, and It’s Plant-Based
It is well known in the world of The Simpsons that fans of the iconic show believe it predicts the future. There was one episode that predicted a President Donald Trump, and there is even a brand new rumor that the show presaged Trump getting COVID-19, although an article in Newsweek found…
The Healthiest Way to Eat to Prevent Disease According to a Cardiologist
The best way to eat now is under much debate, as keto dieters line up against plant-based eaters, the low-fat camp has their studies to wave at the low-carb believers. So, we turned to Dr. Andrew Freeman, a well-respected cardiologist, for his expert advice on how to eat to be heart-healthy, avoid c…
Studies: Keto Dieting Can Lead to Weight Gain, Poor Metabolism, Health Risks
This week a new study by a well-respected cardiologist in Denver found that not only are ketogenic diets bad for long-term heart health, but they are not sustainable for lifelong weight loss. The study looked at the effects of keto dieting and found that too few of those who start a keto diet stay o…
5 Tips for Healthy Eating from Chef Suzi Who Cured Her Pain and Lost 50 Lbs
Suzi Gerber went plant-based and lost 50 pounds, and cured her chronic pain linked to an autoimmune disease, and during her journey, she started a brand called Plant-Based Gourmet, began working with brands that needed vegan content and consulting, and changed her life for the better...
David Beckham: I Haven’t Eaten Meat in 3 Weeks, and Victoria is Plant-Based
The first family of soccer, Victoria and David Beckham surprised fans and delighted the plant-based world by telling their combined 93 million followers that they are eating meat-free these days. The soccer superstar and now team owner, and Spice-Girl-turned-high-fashion designer said separately on …
Is Keto Killing You? New Study Examines Long-Term Heart Effects of Fad Diets
Keto may help you lose weight fast, but it's terrible for your heart health in the long term, a new study of the popular diet has found. Similarly, intermittent fasting helps people lose weight but the health effects depend largely on what people eat when they are in their "on"…