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Few foods boast as many benefits as ginger. Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, HUM’s educational specialist, breaks down the powerhouse plant and shares her favorite lemon ginger tea recipe. While certain superfoods rise and fall in popularity (think: kale or sweet potatoes), ginger is one that has stood the test of time. Originally used in ancient China […]

Need to boost your levels of the ever-important sunshine vitamin? Below, Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, lists the 10 best foods for vitamin D. Vitamin D—aka the sunshine vitamin—is incredibly important for many aspects of human health. However, since vitamin D deficiency is very common, we should look for ways to boost our levels. Keep reading to […]

Rumors are spreading saying that taking melatonin supplements may interact poorly with oral contraceptives. But does melatonin cancel out birth control? Gaby Vaca-Flores, RD, takes a closer look. Many of us use melatonin to ease ourselves to sleep. However, new stories are emerging questioning whether melatonin impacts the efficacy of your birth control. Here’s the […]

Are you ready for HUM Pairings 101? HUM formulates vitamins and supplements that can be mixed and matched according to your specific beauty and wellness concerns. You can find out what our dietitians recommend specifically for you by taking the HUM Quiz. But as HUM’s Education Specialist and a registered dietitian, I’m going to let […]

Many people turn to microwave ovens for the convenience of heating up meals in minutes. Microwaves are a meal prepper’s best friend and a frozen-meal lover’s must-have. In fact, according to a 2015 report, microwaving ranks as the third-most popular heating method in American homes. However, for as long as microwaves have existed, the general […]

Although spirulina may be a new superfood for many, it actually dates back to the 9th century. Recently, it’s gained popularity as spirulina benefits come to light. Here’s a primer on spirulina nutrition facts, beauty and health benefits, plus easy recipes to incorporate this blue-green alga into your diet. Spirulina Nutrition Spirulina’s robust nutritional profile […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, outlines five popular types of tea and their health benefits. Herbal teas offer a range of therapeutic properties. But with so many types of tea out there, it can be challenging to boil down the list to find the right one for your concern. (See what we did there?) Follow this […]

Registered dietitian Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN has the right hair vitamin to take for every type of concern.   By now we know the rules. Keeping hot tools at a minimum, not washing your hair everyday, and eating a balanced diet all contribute to achieving healthy hair. But what about supplements? What exactly can they help with? […]

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Here’s why GLA, an essential fatty acid, is so good for your skin and body. Experiencing dry, flaky, and textured skin? For some people it happens all year round (and gets worse in the biting cold during the winter). Before you go out and spend a ton on moisturizing products, consider tackling dryness from the […]

Here, we have solutions for your weight loss plateau struggles. Embarking on a weight-loss journey can be so rewarding, especially when you start to see your hard-earned results. It’s an exciting and empowering time! But when the numbers on the scale start to slow down, it can feel like your clean eating and exercise are […]