The "add, don't subtract" mindset is popular among registered dietitians as a sustainable approach to weight management. Instead of restricting foods, this strategy focuses on incorporating more nutritious options into meals. RDs Kylie Sakaida and Ilana Muhlstein advocate for adding nutrient-dense foods to satisfy cravings and maintain a balanced diet. This approach aligns with the Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes eating more of what you love and can lead to improved health outcomes. Consider adding lean protein and vegetables to pasta dishes or adding fruits, nuts and seeds to your yogurt and oatmeal.

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Garlic is not only a flavorful addition to meals but also offers numerous health benefits, according to registered dietitians Alex Caspero and Amanda Baker Lemein. Regular consumption of garlic can lower inflammation, support brain and immune health, and improve cardiovascular health, especially when used as a salt alternative. "As an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory food, there are many benefits to eating garlic," Lemein says. However, individuals on certain medications including blood thinners or with digestive issues should consume it cautiously.

Experts recommend specific foods for muscle recovery post-workout, emphasizing the importance of a balanced intake of carbohydrates and proteins. Registered dietitian nutritionists Melissa Mroz-Planells, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Jim White and RD Valerie Agyeman highlight foods like chicken, whole grains, sweet potatoes, quinoa, salmon, chocolate milk and cottage cheese for their nutritional benefits in replenishing glycogen stores and aiding muscle repair. Additionally, they advise avoiding alcohol, salty foods and ultraprocessed foods post-exercise to prevent hindering recovery.

The recent US government shutdown holds many lessons for leaders, including how to spot zero-sum thinking -- where one person's gain is believed to mean another's loss -- so they can address it before it erupts into turf wars and diminished cooperation, writes Ashley Jordan, a professor of psychology at the University of Arizona. By modeling empathy and openness and building support networks of peers and opportunities for teams to share their challenges and solutions, leaders can create a psychologically safe workplace, Jordan notes.

When zero-sum thinking emerges in your company, remember that the best leaders prioritize humanity over hierarchy and demonstrate that their team's needs come first, Jordan writes. "In return, employees are more likely to stay engaged, supportive and resilient through the uncertainty."

A study published in Nutrition and Metabolism found that increased consumption of ultraprocessed foods was associated with a higher risk of prediabetes and insulin resistance among people ages 17 to 22 who were overweight or obese. Researchers noted that each 10% increase in ultraprocessed food intake was linked to a 64% higher risk of prediabetes and a 56% higher risk of blood sugar regulation problems.

A new analysis by MyBodyTutor highlights the US states most vulnerable to stress eating, with Louisiana, Ohio and Arkansas topping the list. The analysis considers mental distress, obesity rates and fast food availability as key factors. Southern states dominate the top 10, with West Virginia leading in mental distress and obesity. MyBodyTutor's founder, Adam Gilbert, emphasizes the importance of recognizing stress eating as a coping mechanism and suggests alternative strategies like exercise to manage stress.

A smartphone-based behavioral modification program was associated with less weight gain among pregnant women in the Women, Infants, and Children program, compared with usual care, according to a study presented at the Obesity Society's annual meeting. The Healthy Beginnings program provides nutrition education, social support, cooking classes and fitness activities.