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.
Lucy Danziger
Top 10 Food Trends of 2023, According to Whole Foods Market Trend Report
When food trends happen, it's easy to say: No, not me. I'll stick to my Original Triscuits, even if they make one that's better for me and the planet. Even if you are a creature of habit, you still should care about food trends because eventually, you will bend to the winds of change.
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How Eating Plant-Based Can Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Soy is not bad for you. Let's just start with that misconception. In fact, soy –– or specifically the phytoestrogen in soy products like tofu and soybeans –– functions as a brake that inhibits cell growth, by acting on your beta-estrogen receptors, which means it can help suppress cancer.
In contrast, actual estr...
“I Tried the New, Improved Vegan Burger at Shake Shack. Here’s What I Thought”
Leave it to the folks at Shake Shack to shake things up. Just when I thought I had tasted the latest vegan burger, it turns out they are testing a newer one, with even more wholesome ingredients than the last. So here, corrected, is the story of how I tried the new, improved vegan patty at Shake Shack...
Eating During This Time of Day Slows Calorie Burn and Weight Loss
If you wait until late in the day to eat most of your food, either because you aren't particularly hungry in the morning, or in order to intermittent fast or lose weight, a new study says you may be sabotaging your body's ability to burn more calories if that is one of your weight loss goals.
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The 7 Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Add to Your Post-Workout Smoothie
You get off the spin bike after a tough workout or finish your last set of jump squats and think: What can I eat to fuel my body, help rebuild muscle fiber, and lower inflammation? It's normal to feel inflamed, sore, and a little tired after a tough workout, since not only have you depleted your fuel stores and the glycogen stored in the muscles, but you've overtaxed muscles and in lifting weights
The 22 Best Foods to Lose Belly Fat, Lower Insulin Resistance, From a Doctor
If belly fat has you down, know this: There is likely a medical reason you're experiencing this stomach issue, and it's making it hard to lose weight. Once you know why you have belly fat, you can start to solve the problem, and it's not as difficult as you might think, according to scientific studies and experts like doctors who treat patients plagued with unwanted belly fat...
5 Secrets to Living Longer and Stronger From P90X Creator Tony Horton
A new study just came out that showed lifting weights, aerobic activity and strength training can help us live longer and avoid heart disease and cancers like prostate, lung, colorectal and ovarian cancer. Meanwhile, another group of scientific studies indicates that eating a vegetarian, vegan or mostly plant-based diet can also help us fight off diseases like heart disease and certain cancers. If
“I Tried Using Sea Moss in My Diet and On My Skin. Here’s What Happened”
You may have heard about sea moss as an amazingly nutritious ingredient that helps fight inflammation and also heal skin ailments like blemishes and red spots, but if you're like most people, the question is "How do I use sea moss?" And also, what does sea moss taste like...
Green Tea Can Help You Lose Weight and Burn Fat, According to Studies
The health benefits of green tea are impressive: Studies show that it helps your body fight disease, lowers the risk of cancer, and even helps your body kick fat-burning into high gear, making it easier to lose weight. Here's how it works, how to use it safely, and what you need to know about drinking green tea for fat-burning effects.
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The Best Time of Day to Eat Protein to Build Muscle, According to Studies
We all want to build lean muscle tone from the workouts we do at the gym, and we know that protein is a key macronutrient to help us do it. But what is the best time to eat or drink protein to get the best results? Now a new study tells us exactly when to eat protein if getting lean and strengthening our muscles is the goal...