Eat Well
Some food choices are deliberate. Others are unconsciously made. Our food choices are driven by a wide range of factors.
A 2018 study in the The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association estimated that up to half of Americans are deficient in magnesium.
All sweeteners that you can buy have met the government’s standard of “generally recognized as safe.” But just because something isn’t toxic doesn’t mean it’s healthy.
There are an estimated 50,000 types of chili peppers in the world, resulting from domestication over 6,000 years ago in Peru and Mexico.
There isn’t just one “healthiest” vegetable, but there are some particularly nutrient-dense options to keep an eye out for.
The biggest problem with these is foods is that they tend to offer saturated fat and sodium with fewer nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and fiber.
Dairy producers for years have called for the FDA to crack down on plant-based drinks and other products that they say masquerade as animal-based foods and cloud the real meaning of “milk.”
Cleveland Clinic researcher, other experts will stay away from it after he found that people with the highest level in their blood had twice the risk of stroke, blood clot or death versus those with the lowest level.
Their good taste can make it enjoyable to drink enough water. But are they healthy?
The fruit of the chestnut tree are spiky burrs that contain several brown, smooth-skinned nuts each. Inside is the cream-colored sweet flesh that has a potato-like texture.
Swapping out less-healthy ingredients with those that pack more nutrition can make a big difference in your diet and lead to better health without skimping on flavor.
Juicing should be part of a balanced diet that includes fiber, lean proteins and healthy fats.
Research suggests iron deficiency is on the upswing.
With debate over cow’s milk versus various plant-based milks, here’s a guide to what consumers should know.
Videos of people taking on an all-meat, or carnivore, diet, have elicited gasps of concern from nutritionists.
The proposed action levels — which are not legally set limits — would result in reduced exposures to lead and lessen potential health effects for babies and toddlers, the agency said.
When it comes to a charcuterie board or just snacking, not all cheeses are created equal.
We often think that our food choices are a conscious decision we make every day. In truth, many of the foods we buy, cook and eat are largely based on habit.
There are foods to help you feel less deprived in your quest to maintain or lose weight.
The most accurate way to know if food is adequately cooked is by using a food thermometer.
You’ll never go back to store-bought after you experience fresh and oh-so-creamy butters made with your favorite nut or combination of nuts.
The American Medical Association has recommendations for making health improvements in 2023 and beyond that it says are within your reach.
The popularity of seaweed has spurred the growth of seaweed farming, a sustainable practice because seaweed is fast-growing, and it helps improve water quality.
The research involving Northwestern University researchers found that people choose healthier food options in the presence of outsiders to make a good impression.
Most pizza restaurants list nutritional info by the slice. Knowing that will help you get an accurate understanding of what you’re actually consuming, nutrient-wise.
More than a decade after Agriculture Department officials ditched the food pyramid, few Americans have heard of MyPlate, a dinner plate-shaped logo that emphasizes fruits and vegetables.
Whether you had just one plate of turkey or two, many people may experience an overwhelming feeling of drowsiness after a Thanksgiving Day feast that may not seem comparable to any other meal of the year. The tired feeling isn’t actually just some phenomenon.
Ultra-processed foods are formulated with a blend of sweet, salty and fatty flavors that keep us reaching for more and also prevent us from feeling completely satisfied.
Experts say making it part of your diet is still recommended, but it’s not the only way to get nutrients.
Though less common than orange, red or yellow produce, they’re also loaded with nutritional goodness. Here are some examples, including some you might not think of.