1. Nutrition labels aren’t totally transparent. Case in point: Zero doesn’t always mean zero. Though trans fat has seemingly been removed from all packaged foods, many companies are keeping up to .5 grams of trans fat in their products because they can legally list it as zero on packages. —npr
2. The complicated implications of BPA on women’s health: know the risk that plastics and cans pose. —the new york times
3. Too much of a good thing is still too much; what are the implications of over-consuming almonds? —the atlantic
4. Why do you feel so hungry after working out? It may be psychological. —greatist
5. Look out for the ingredient lupin, specifically in gluten-free foods. The FDA warned that it’s a common allergen for those with legume allergies, so consume with caution. —prevention

1. That quinoa, it’s so hot right now — so hot, in fact, that the U.N. is helping it make moves from being grown exclusively in the Andes to Central Asia and beyond. —npr
2. Why we believe in warm ups and cool downs over traditional stretching: science finds that static stretching can weaken muscles, damper athletic performance and even lead to injury.—the atlantic
3. Breakfast: most important meal of the day or simply overrated? New study findings point to: If you like breakfast, eat it. If you don’t, don’t. Novel idea. —the new york times
4. Dead phone? Soon, you may be able to recharge by working up a sweat. —prevention
5. Calm down, you’re stressing everyone out. Really, your stress is contagious and rubs off on those around you, so, for the greater good, breathe. —self

Bonus feature: The Atlantic talks juice cleanses. Happy Friday, tribe!

1. We avoid parabens in beauty products, but what are they doing in our tortillas? —npr
2. Exercise: Good for the body, the brain… and your pain threshold. —the new york times
3. Do these suburbs make us look fat? New research shows that people in dense cities are thinner and healthier than those in the suburbs; the secret is in the street patterns. —the atlantic
4. When is a habit not a habit? Understanding the difference between an action (even a recurring one) and a habit is essential to changing a behavior long-term. —summer tomato
5. Next on the healthy eating to do list? Relearning how to eat fish for sustainability. —the new york times

1. A new crop of gluten-free food banks are attempting to bridge the gap between Celiac disease and hunger. —npr
2. Need a little extra incentive to take a Summer Friday and get outdoors? New research links vitamin D deficiency to a greater risk for Alzheimer’s. —the washington post
3. This is your brain on fish: consuming fish once a week is all it takes to reap the rewards of a thicker, stronger and more resilient brain. —the atlantic
4. The stress of dieting may cause depression. One more reason to keep calm and just bari. —time
5. Advice from a vegan cardiologist? Keep your eats plant based, and your heart will thank you. (This almost makes us feel like we could be doctors. Almost.) —the new york times

1. Can you trust that organic imported foods are actually organic? —NPR
2. Meet a doctor who practices what he preaches by moonlighting as a fitness instructor to treat his patients’ injuries with exercise. —The New York Times
3. Are you a member of the Clean Plate Club? Research shows that we eat 92 percent of the food on our plates. —The Atlantic
4. A little real (food) talk: how to detox without starving yourself. —Summer Tomato
5. Too much of a good thing is still too much. Read up on these four vitamins that have a negative impact on your body when overconsumed. —MindBodyGreen

1. Added incentive to choose a workout you love: a new study suggests that when exercise feels like work, we’re more likely to snack mindlessly post workout. ―npr
2. A calorie counting machine? It’s in the works. A GE scientist is perfecting a device that will be able count the calories in any given plate of food. ―ny mag
3. New research links sleeping in cooler temperatures to metabolic advantages. ―the new york times
4. Is late night snacking the Achilles heel of your healthy eating efforts? Here’s how to break the bad habit. ―summer tomato
5. One in 20 adults demonstrate symptoms of the most common eating disorder you’ve never heard of. ―greatist

Happy Friday, Tribe! We’ll leave you with this thought-provoking piece from The Atlantic on the health benefits of wine and the ambiguity of health. Enjoy!

1. Added incentive to eat well and sweat it out this weekend? New research suggests that exercise and protein may promote and activate good gut bacteria. —npr
2. What causes weight gain? The simplified answer: processed food. The simplified solution? eat real food.—the new york times
3. The most-eaten vegetable in the U.S. is the potato, and kids are not warming up to healthified school lunches. —the atlantic
4. Michele Simon’s new report, Whitewashed: How Industry and Government Promote Dairy Junk Foods, highlights some startling patterns in dairy production and consumption. Check it out, and sip wisely! —eat drink politics
5. It’s almost summer, and our sweat sessions are heating up. Here’s a look at how your body beats the heat as the temperatures rise. Note that fit, healthy people acclimate the best and fastest. Take a bow, #baribody. —washington post

1. Who’s fitter — the morning bird or night owl? A new study suggests that night owls may be less motivated to stick to exercise than morning people. —The Huffington Post
2. The paradox of obesity and produce consumption: why is the obesity epidemic worsening when people are consuming more fruits and vegetables than ever? —The Atlantic
3. Consider fun an essential element of your weight loss strategy; evidence suggests that people’s attitudes toward their workouts influences whether or not they ultimately lose weight. —The New York Times
4. Eggs are a staple in any real foodist’s diet. Check out everything you need to know about buying, storing and cooking eggs. —Mark’s Daily Apple
5. The soda ban, revisited: New York City is seeking to revive Bloomberg’s struck-down soda ban as an anti-obesity measure. —Bloomberg

1. Jiro dreams of sushi — and so do we. This week, President Obama dined at the revered Japanese sushi joint during the first leg of his Asia tour. His verdict? “That’s some good sushi right there.” —NPR
2. A food expert and neuroscientist explains why she’ll never promote “heart healthy” foods, and why health claims all belong in quotation marks.—Summer Tomato
3. Are fitness trackers the Big Brother of gyms and fitness boutiques? Check out this trend piece on how gyms and trainers are using fitness trackers as a way to hold their clients accountable outside of their workouts. —The New York Times
4. We know you’re in a serious relationship with your iPhone, but here’s a really interesting look at how it’s wreaking havoc on your sleep. —Time
5. Food has lots of tricks up its sleeves when it comes to pushing our brains to make less healthy choices; here’s how. —The Atlantic

And here’s a bonus PSA from The Atlantic about why Sad Desk Lunchs are a sweeping epidemic:

1. Jiro dreams of sushi — and so do we. This week, President Obama dined at the revered Japanese sushi joint during the first leg of his Asia tour. His verdict? “That’s some good sushi right there.” —NPR
2. A food expert and neuroscientist explains why she’ll never promote “heart healthy” foods, and why health claims all belong in quotation marks.—Summer Tomato
3. Are fitness trackers the Big Brother of gyms and fitness boutiques? Check out this trend piece on how gyms and trainers are using fitness trackers as a way to hold their clients accountable outside of their workouts. —The New York Times
4. We know you’re in a serious relationship with your iPhone, but here’s a really interesting look at how it’s wreaking havoc on your sleep. —Time
5. Food has lots of tricks up its sleeves when it comes to pushing our brains to make less healthy choices; here’s how. —The Atlantic

And here’s a bonus PSA from The Atlantic about why Sad Desk Lunchs are a sweeping epidemic: