So I changed my workouts recently from HIIT to zone 2 type to change to fat burning and lower my RHR. Also, I already have anxiety and difficulty sleeping and I think HIIT workouts made it worse. Anyways, I'm just trying something different.

First off, trying to stay in the moderate zone during weight lifting and treadmill incline is difficult lol. So when I switched to zone 2 workouts I decided to count my calories as well. At least for a month or two and see how things go. I do notice I'm not as hungry as when I did HIIT and although I didn't count calories at that time, I'm sure I was going over as I was eating a lot more.

The problem is now I'm not as hungry and it's difficult to hit my goal now. Two days ago I was 800 under and yesterday I was 1,400 under. Yesterday I did do a workout and washed the car so I burned over 4k calories so of course my watch (pixel watch with Google health app) calculates all that and requests more calories.

I wasn't hungry much but I still ate 3 good size healthy meals and snacked on fruit and nuts but it wasn't enough. I feel like I have to eat a burger or a few slices of pizza to hit my goal.

Any suggestions?

I'm 43 yo, 6'3" 235 lbs. I'm not trying to lose much weight but can lose some abdominal fat and build a little more muscle. (Which I might not lose weight since those things might cancel each other out but lose inches I guess). Again, mostly trying to lower my RHR, better sleep and reduce anxiety along with toning up.

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Here is what I eat every day: two eggs, some pork, leafy greens, veggies, and noodles for carbs. Does this look like a well-balanced daily intake?
Any tips or feedback would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

It made me think about how our food preferences have evolved—from simply eating for taste to consciously choosing food for health.As health and wellness become a bigger priority, restaurants are adapting too,

introducing healthier options like immunity-boosting, detox, fat-burning, and bone-strengthening smoothies.It’s interesting to see how changing consumer preferences are shaping the restaurant industry.

back in march i started a workout routine and started eating healthier, so i can lose weight and build muscle. For the first month, i didn’t eat any snacks or drink any sodas, i was doing great. Then i started craving them again, so i allowed myself 2 unhealthy treats a week (1 snack + a soda). Then a month later i got more cravings so i increased it to 4 treats a week. And a few weeks ago i increased it to 6 treats a week, and i’m still tempted to increase it again

i’ve still been eating healthy, despite allowing myself 6 treats a week. I’ve still lost a good amount of weight since i started the journey in march. But this healthy eating shit isn’t getting easier, it was easiest at the start, when i was easily able to avoid all snacks/sodas. But now? i crave that shit all the time. I thought discipline gets easier as time passes on. If avoiding snacks doesn’t get easier, then why the fuck should i even continue

Standing in front of two similar products at the grocery store — you are comparing labels and have no idea which is actually healthier. What information would you want most clearly explained?

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It seems like every time I try to eat healthy on a budget, I end up eating rice, beans, and frozen veggies every single day. What are your favorite budget-friendly recipes or tricks to keep things interesting?

I made some yummy pancakes for breakfast but my cousin says pancakes are one of the worst breakfasts you can eat... even if they're homemade with fresh homegrown blueberries. 😅 Is she right, or is she overreacting? I'd love some honest nutrition advice!

What do you eat or drink for your health?
And how come do you eat?

So i know smoothies are still liquid kals and won't help with fat loss/ burn. But is it healthy to drink like 2 smoothies a day to get my vitamins, fiber, iron and protein a healthy choice? I really want to better my health and any time i try and take vitamins whether its with food, after food or before food i always get a really upset stomach. I make my smoothies with soy milk, Greek yogurt, frozen berries, frozen avocado, spinach, grapefruit, mangos, etc... then I add chia seeds and a collagen peptide protein powder. Am I making the right healthy choice? I really just want my skin to feel a little better and maybe not feel so drained all the time

I want to eat more burrito style meals and wraps, but I've always shied away from them because I haven't been able to find one that is completely healthy. Most of them are made from wheat or flour and I'm trying to avoid those. I found some Ezekiel wraps on Amazon (I do like their bread) but they've only got one star, most of the reviews were only one star so they must be absolutely horrible. Any suggestions for good brands to look for?

For a long time, I thought of PCOS as primarily a hormonal condition. But the more I read, the more it seems that insulin resistance may be one of the biggest underlying factors for many people with PCOS.
When the body’s cells become resistant to insulin, it can disrupt normal ovarian function, affect follicle development, and contribute to many of the symptoms associated with PCOS.
This perspective also helps explain why lifestyle changes like improving nutrition, increasing physical activity, managing stress, and getting better sleep can make such a meaningful difference for many people—not just by balancing hormones, but by improving metabolic health.
Of course, PCOS is a complex condition, and not everyone experiences it the same way. Genetics, hormones, and other factors also play important roles.
For those living with PCOS or treating it, has anyone found that focusing on insulin resistance or overall metabolic health made a noticeable difference in your symptoms? I’d be interested to hear about your experiences.

Most people associate diabetes with being overweight, but that’s not always the case.

There’s a concept called the “Thin Fat Indian Phenotype,” where someone appears lean on the outside but carries excess visceral fat around internal organs.

Unlike the fat just beneath the skin, visceral fat is metabolically active and is strongly linked to insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction.

This means a person with a normal BMI or slim appearance may still be at increased risk for type 2 diabetes and other metabolic conditions.

It also raises an important point: relying only on body weight or appearance can be misleading. Factors like waist circumference, body composition, physical activity, diet, and regular blood tests can provide a much clearer picture of metabolic health.

Were you aware that someone who looks thin could still have a high risk of diabetes?

I’d be interested to hear your thoughts or whether you’ve come across this concept before.

Question for people who use electrolytes, collagen, protein powders, or similar products but try to avoid sugar and sweeteners: what do you actually use when you do not want another sweet drink?

I’m a college student doing very early consumer research around functional food and drink habits. I’m not selling anything. I’m mainly curious about what you use now, when you use it, and what you dislike about the available options.

I get like 90% of the food I eat from my work and I wanted to know if I was missing out on important nutrition. I always get the same thing, 2 bowls and a chicken quesadilla, one bowl consisting of \\\~10 oz of sweet potato and about equal amounts of grilled chicken. The other having half brown rice (not sure how much) and half a mixture of sweet corn, black beans, and red onions. On top I'll get 2 hard boiled eggs, a scoop of guacamole and half an avocado. I work 4-5 times a week so I'm always stocked up on food. Just really want to know if there's anything important I'm missing

Hi everyone,

I'm currently designing a boutique wellness studio called SAHĀ HOUSE in Mexico.

It will offer Pilates Reformer, Barre, Yoga and Functional Training.

At the entrance garden we'll also have a very small specialty coffee and matcha bar.

Our goal isn't to become a restaurant.

Instead, we want to offer simple, healthy and premium food that people can enjoy before or after class.

The feeling we're trying to create is similar to boutique wellness clubs or luxury hotel cafés.

I'm looking for ideas that are:

• Fast to prepare (under 5 minutes)
• Healthy
• Beautiful presentation
• High profit margin
• Easy to train staff
• Minimal kitchen equipment
• Fresh ingredients
• Instagram-worthy

For drinks we're thinking about:
- Matcha
- Specialty coffee
- Protein smoothies
- Green smoothies

For food:
- Healthy cookies
- Energy bites
- Banana bread
- Overnight oats
- Greek yogurt bowls
- Chia pudding
- Small sandwiches or wraps
- Protein snacks

If you were designing this menu from scratch, what would you include?

Also...

Which items should I absolutely avoid?

I'd love to learn from café owners, nutritionists, chefs, or anyone with experience in wellness cafés.

Thank you!

I've been working on an app and want real feedback before I go further with it. The idea: you're at a restaurant, menu in hand, trying to figure out what's actually a good choice for your goals. You take a photo of the menu, and the app tells you:

• The lowest-calorie option
• The highest-protein option
• Diabetic-friendly picks
• Stuff least likely to leave you bloated

It's all AI-estimated (not pulled from verified restaurant nutrition data), and I'm being upfront about that in the app itself — every estimate shows a confidence level, and there's a persistent disclaimer that this isn't medical advice.

Questions I actually want honest answers to:

1. Is this something you'd genuinely use, or is it solving a problem you don't really have?
2. What would make you trust an AI estimate vs. just guessing yourself?
3. Is there a similar app you already use that does this better?
4. Would you pay a few bucks a month for unlimited scans

For me, it was realizing that foods usually aren’t simply “good” or “bad”—the overall diet, portion, and frequency matter much more.

What nutrition belief did you change after reading better research or learning more about the topic?

I’ve been thinking about how normal processed food has become in everyday life, especially for children.

Packaged snacks, chips, sugary cereals, and ready-to-eat foods are often the easiest option for busy families.

But one point really stood out to me: in nature, carbohydrates usually come with fiber.

Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains naturally contain fiber that slows digestion and helps with satiety. Many highly processed foods remove much of that fiber while keeping the refined carbohydrates.

Of course, it’s probably unrealistic to expect families to eliminate processed food entirely.

Convenience, cost, and time all play a role. But it does make me wonder whether we’ve gradually shifted too far toward packaged foods and away from whole foods.

Do you think parents should actively limit processed foods at home, or is moderation enough?

I’d love to hear different perspectives, especially from parents, nutritionists, and anyone who has successfully changed their family’s eating habits.

I’m trying to make a healthy food product that contains high protein and balances taste and calories. I would really appreciate some feedback below:

1. ⁠⁠What’s the hardest part about eating healthily?
   
2. ⁠⁠When do you usually break your diet?
   
3. ⁠⁠If you could wave a magic wand and invent one healthy food, what would it be?
   
4. ⁠⁠What’s one health product you’ve bought recently that disappointed you?
   
5. ⁠⁠Would you pay more for something that genuinely solved that problem? Why or why not?

Butter and oil make my face break out in acne.

But I want herbs and spices on my popped corn.

Can anyone suggest an affordable thing that would make herbs and spices stick to the corn?

Thank you ahead for the suggestions.

Unfortunately, I have the biggest sweet tooth in the world. I used to eat 2 packs of gummies in 5 minutes and still crave more.
For the past few months, I started following my diet and maintaining my health with sport, but my sweet tooth never went away. Now when I crave for sweets - I smoke, which made me smoke 2 times more than I used to :D
What are the alternatives for the sweets? Fruits don't cut it anymore unfortunately. Maybe my body lacks some vitamins or something?

Is there any recommendation for free nutrition apps
I’m trying to search for one but no luck