April Benshosan

About author

April is a born-and-raised Brooklynite who has a passion for all things health, wellness, and tastebud-related. Her lifelong passion for healthy eating stemmed from her upbringing, which shunned any neon cheese products or frostbitten dinners, and instead embraced homemade Mediterranean fare. April graduated with a Master's degree in Publishing from Pace University, and her byline appears on LIVESTRONG.com, Women's Health, Paceline.fit, Business Insider, Yahoo!, MSN, OK! Magazine, and Travel Squire.

Articles by April Benshosan

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11 Popular Fast-Food Salads—Ranked by Sugar Content

These seemingly healthy salad orders are sneakily hiding more sugar than some candy bars.

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10 Best & Worst Cookie Doughs

RDs share which cookie dough brands are the healthiest, and which ones you may want to leave behind.

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5 Healthiest Muffins at the Grocery Store

RDs choose which muffins are the best to buy, and which ones you may want to leave on the shelf.

11 Foods That Are Aging You Faster

11 Foods That Are Aging You Faster

Eating these age-accelerating foods may be contributing to an older appearance and shortened lifespan.

What Happens to Your Body When You Cut Out Sugar

What Happens to Your Body When You Cut Out Sugar

We spoke to dietitians and looked at the research to identify the side effects you may experience and the benefits you can reap by cutting out sugar from your diet.

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The 9 Healthiest Energy Bars

Fuel up before a workout with these healthy energy bars.

The 10 Worst Foods To Eat for a Flat Belly

The 10 Worst Foods To Eat for a Flat Belly

These foods may lead to bloading, gastrointestinal issues, or excess belly fat.

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12 Unhealthiest Cereals—Ranked by Sugar

Many cereals on grocery shelves are comparable to candy with the amount of sugar they carry.

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The 10 Unhealthiest Instant Oatmeals

Oatmeal can be a very healthy breakfast option, but these instant options are loaded with sugar and sodium and low in fiber.

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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Ham

Ham is a traditional centerpiece on many Christmas tables, but have you ever wondered how eating it affects your body and health?

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10 Best & Worst Alfredo Sauces on Grocery Shelves

Alfredo sauce is generally high in total fat and sodium, which is why dietitians are here to help you pick the healthiest options and avoid the worst.

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The 10 Best & Worst Store-Bought Dips

Our guide to which healthy dips you should dunk your chips, veggies, crackers, and toast into as well as the unhealthy ones to avoid.

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The 10 Unhealthiest Breads on Grocery Shelves

These breads lack fiber and protein but are high in refined sugars, so it's better to leave them be.

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10 Best & Worst Frozen Chicken Tenders, According to RDs

Although they're typically battered, breaded, and fried, frozen chicken tenders can be healthy if you know which ones to shop for.

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10 Best & Worst Chicken Sausage Brands

Chicken sausage may be healthier than the pork variety, but some brands are better than others.

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12 Foods That Make You Hungrier

If you want to lose weight, then avoid these foods that spike your appetite even more!

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8 Side Effects of Eating Cereal

RDs explain the benefits and potential side effects of your daily cereal habit.

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8 Best Supplements To Help You Debloat Instantly

Make that uncomfortable gas and bloat go away with these affordable supplements.

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10 Unhealthiest Fish Orders At Major Restaurant Chains

Dietitians say you should swim far away from these fat- and sodium-laden fish orders.

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10 Unhealthiest Granolas To Avoid

Don't let these whole grain breakfast cereals deceive you—they're secretly loaded with sugar.

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10 Amazing Benefits of Eating Protein

Eating protein can help your bones, skin, muscles, hair, and so much more.

7 Unhealthiest Subway Orders, According to Dietitians

7 Unhealthiest Subway Orders

Dietitians pick the worst Subway sandwiches, which are high in sodium, saturated fat, and calories.

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9 Worst Foods Destroying Your Muscles

By triggering inflammation that can disrupt muscle recovery and growth, these unhealthy foods don't do your muscles any favors.

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9 Best & Worst Pancake Mixes To Buy

Pancakes and weekends go together like peanut butter and jelly. How does your short stack stack up?

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10 Best & Worst Ice Pops, According to Dietitians

Plus: Dietitian-recommended shopping tips for how to choose the best healthy ice pops.

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Sausage Brands With the Highest Quality Ingredients

Traditional sausages can be overloaded with sodium and saturated fat, so we asked a registered dietitian for her healthier picks.

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8 Hot Dogs That Use High Quality Ingredients

When you're grilling up this American classic, consider one of these better-for-you franks made from the best ingredients.

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Is Canola Oil Bad for Your Health?

Nutrition experts weigh in on the pros and cons of consuming this vegetable oil.

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Are Brown Eggs Healthier Than White Eggs?

Confused by the color of your egg and what it all means? We crack down to get you the simple truth.

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30 Best Foods for Weight Loss

Set yourself up for weight loss success by stocking up on these yummy foods.

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