Nutrition Basics

Start your health and weight loss journey off by understanding the fundamentals of nutrition, from macronutrients (think: protein, fat, and carbs) to micronutrients, sugar, fiber, and more.

Nutrition Basics

Start your health and weight loss journey off by understanding the fundamentals of nutrition, from macronutrients (think: protein, fat, and carbs) to micronutrients, sugar, fiber, and more.

Eating For Impact: How to Eat to Boost Your Mood
3 minute read
Mood disorders have been linked to gut health problems. Support a healthy gut and
3 minute read
MyFitnessPal’s registered dietitian shares easy ways you can adjust your eating habits to improve
5 minute read
Load your plate with these RD-approved spring fruits and vegetables.
5 minute read
From milk or cream to sugar and spice — here’s what makes a good-for-you
9 minute read
Consuming too much sugar can cause cravings, sleepiness, weight gain and more.
9 minute read
MyFitnessPal makes tracking your food a breeze with tools like Meal Scan, Recipe Discovery
4 minute read
A dietitian weighs in on whether you should choose an apple or banana and
10 minute read
Healthy eating can mean lots of things to lots of people — find dietitian-recommended
6 minute read
The truth behind why all calories are not created equal.
4 minute read
Feeling too hungry too often can lead to overeating and a seemingly never-ending battle
6 minute read
While macros and calories are integral for weight management, micronutrients play an important role
5 minute read
Sugar is linked to a higher risk of chronic disease. Here’s how to reduce
3 minute read
Fiber is increasingly being acknowledged as critical for managing weight and health.
3 minute read
Oatmeal is a classic pre-workout meal, but could you perform better without it?
3 minute read
Mood disorders have been linked to gut health problems. Support a healthy gut and
3 minute read
MyFitnessPal’s registered dietitian shares easy ways you can adjust your eating habits to improve
5 minute read
Load your plate with these RD-approved spring fruits and vegetables.
5 minute read
From milk or cream to sugar and spice — here’s what makes a good-for-you
9 minute read
Consuming too much sugar can cause cravings, sleepiness, weight gain and more.
9 minute read
MyFitnessPal makes tracking your food a breeze with tools like Meal Scan, Recipe Discovery
4 minute read
A dietitian weighs in on whether you should choose an apple or banana and
10 minute read
Healthy eating can mean lots of things to lots of people — find dietitian-recommended
6 minute read
The truth behind why all calories are not created equal.
4 minute read
Feeling too hungry too often can lead to overeating and a seemingly never-ending battle
6 minute read
While macros and calories are integral for weight management, micronutrients play an important role
5 minute read
Sugar is linked to a higher risk of chronic disease. Here’s how to reduce
3 minute read
Fiber is increasingly being acknowledged as critical for managing weight and health.
3 minute read
Oatmeal is a classic pre-workout meal, but could you perform better without it?
7 minute read

Are you afraid of fat? Don’t be. In addition to making food taste good,

8 minute read
Protein is often associated with muscle-building and weight loss, but the importance of this
5 minute read

Are you carb-curious? The popularity of low-carb, ketogenic and other Atkins-style diets are fueling

4 minute read
Managing diabetes can be complicated and maybe even overwhelming for some. Here are 7

Recipes

Easy Prep Recipes