Healthy Habits

Learn how to incorporate healthy habits into your daily lifestyle—from expert advice on sleep and self-care to tips for staying hydrated and incorporating regular movement—from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.

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The Simple Nighttime Habit That May Balance Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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If Your Blood Pressure Is High in the Morning, This Could Be Why
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You Can Do Everything ‘Right’ and Still Have High Cholesterol—Here’s Why
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Health Experts Say These 3 Evening Habits Can Help Reduce Inflammation
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Got the Winter Blues? Eating More of This Nutrient Could Help
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What Happens to Your Blood Pressure When You Don’t Get 8 Hours of Sleep
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7 Things to Do Every Week for Stronger Bones, According to Experts
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Dietitians Reveal 5 Afternoon Habits That Can Increase Visceral Fat
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4 Sneaky Things Affecting Your Metabolism, Per Dietitians
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6 Supplements That Could Be Damaging Your Liver—and the Signs to Look For
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Eat Too Much Sodium Tonight? Here's What to Do Tomorrow
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Eat Too Much Sugar Last Night? Here's What Dietitians Recommend You Do Today
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Should You Cut Off Sugar After 8 p.m.? Dietitians Weigh In
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The Health Benefits of Walking Backward, According to Fitness Experts
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Feeling Tired After You Eat? Experts Share Habits That Help
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Did You Know There Are 5 Types of Diabetes? Here’s How They Differ
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Feel Not Quite Right When You Get Off an Airplane? Here’s What to Do to Prevent It
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5 "Bad" Things You Should Do If You're Trying to Lose Visceral Fat, According to a Dietitian
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What Happens to Your Body When You Drink a Cocktail Every Day
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Feeling ‘Off’ Lately? Here Are 6 Signs You May Need Your Blood Work Done
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The #1 Habit to Break to Reduce Visceral Fat, According to Dietitians
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This Simple Change to My Daily Routine Turned Me into a Water Drinker
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Sick of Getting Sick? Here Are 6 Ways Experts Say You Can Support Your Immune System This Cold Season
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Dietitians Reveal the First Thing You Should Do After Thanksgiving Dinner for Better Blood Sugar (The Dishes Can Wait!)
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A Gastroenterologist Reveals the Habit You Should Start to Poop Better
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You Just Got Diagnosed with Hypothyroidism—Here Are 4 Things Experts Say to Do First
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6 Reasons You Should Do Pilates Regularly
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What Happens to Your Skin When You Don’t Drink Enough Water in the Day
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The #1 Habit to Start Now to Reduce Your Dementia Risk
3 Things to Do After Work to Improve Mental Health, According to Experts
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These Habits May Increase Your Risk for Oral Cancer—Here’s What to Do Instead
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What Happens to Your Sleep When You Eat Chocolate Before Bed
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What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You’re Stressed
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The Surprising Habit That Raises Blood Pressure, According to Cardiologists
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Dietitians Reveal the Habit Women over 40 Should Be Doing to Lose Weight
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4 Ways Flossing Can Benefit Your Health Beyond Healthy Gums
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5 Ways Collagen Supplements Can Interfere with Medications
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This Habit Increases Your Risk of Osteoporosis, According to Orthopedists
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An Aging Expert Reveals What Really Leads to a Long, Happy Life
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The Expert-Recommended Habit You Should Start for Better Liver Health
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She Started Strength Training at 50—Now, at 61, She’s a Fitness Influencer Proving It’s Never Too Late to Get Strong
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The Benefits of Front-Loading Your Water Intake, According to Dietitians
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At 50, She Took a Free Boxing Class—but Didn’t Expect It to Completely Change Her Life
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The Key to Staying Sharp After 70, According to Experts
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The #1 Thing Women over 50 Should Do Every Afternoon for Healthy Aging
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The #1 Ingredient to Add to Your Water So You’ll Actually Drink It
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Kate Hudson Just Told Us About the 2-Ingredient Beverage She Drinks Every Morning
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The #1 Habit to Break to Improve Your Memory
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The #1 Activity to Boost Your Memory, According to Doctors
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Didn’t Sleep Well Last Night? Here's What Experts Say to Do for More Energy Today
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The #1 Habit to Break If You Have High Blood Pressure, According to a Doctor
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How to Know If You Have High Cortisol Levels, According to Experts
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5 Anti-Inflammatory Habits to Do Before Noon for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Afternoon Habit to Start for Better Sleep, According to Sleep Doctors
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The Surprising Habit That Can Help Lower Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Habit You Should Start to Live Longer, According to Health Experts
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Does the 3x3 Rule Really Work? A Dietitian Weighs In on the Viral Wellness Trend
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The #1 Surprising Habit to Maintain Your Muscle Mass, According to Sports Dietitians
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Following the Mediterranean Diet? Dietitians Want You to Break This Habit
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11 Sneaky Reasons You're So Gassy, According to Experts
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The Lifestyle Habit That May Raise Your Diabetes Risk
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I'm a Dietitian—These Are the 5 Small Changes That Help Me Stay Hydrated
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6 Things You Should Do to Lose Visceral Fat, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Habit to Break for More Energy, According to a Dietitian
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The #1 Habit for Better Balance and Stability, According to a Certified Personal Trainer
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What Happens to Your Body If You Don't Get Enough Sleep
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6 Things to Do Before Lunch If You’re Trying to Lose Weight, According to Dietitians