Food - Health Digest

Beth Bradford

The Unexpected Reason You Should Avoid Eating Raisin Bran If You Have High Blood Pressure

As far as breakfast options go, Raisin Bran's no slouch, nutrition-wise. But if you have high blood pressure, you may want to think twice about eating it.

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Prostate When You Eat Too Much Salt

If you have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate gland, you'll want to read this article about the effects of too much salt.

Hot rotisserie chickens at grocery store

Erin Marie

The Food Safety Mistake You Never Want To Make With A Store-Bought Rotisserie Chicken

Swinging by the store to pick up a crisp rotisserie chicken makes dinner a no-brainer. However, there's one food safety mistake you'll want to avoid.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Deceivingly 'Healthy' Foods That Are Secretly High In Sugar

Some foods that we've come to recognize as healthy actually hide sugary secrets. Health Digest spoke to an expert to uncover the sweet-toothed truth.

Erin Marie

Avoid Eating Aged Cheeses If You Have This Little-Known Food Intolerance

Food intolerances can prevent us from enjoying certain ingredients or beverages. One lesser-known food intolerance makes eating aged cheeses a bad idea.

woman taking video of herself eating from food container

Beth Bradford

Why TikTok's 'Fear Food Challenge' Could Be More Dangerous Than You Thought

While amusing for many, trending social media "challenges" tend to come with risks. Speaking to Health Digest, an expert discusses a potentially dangerous one.

Erin Marie

Snacking Habits That Can Help Lower Your High Cholesterol

Some folks may opt to avoid snacking entirely if they have high cholesterol levels. Speaking exclusively with Health Digest, an expert offers helpful advice.

Erin Marie

What It Means If Eating Peanut Butter Makes You Feel Gassy

If you're among the people who encounter uncomfortable bloating and gas after eating peanut butter, familiarize yourself with the possible causes here.

Beth Bradford

The Best Time To Eat Carbohydrates If You're 50 Or Older

Is there really an ideal time of day to eat carbohydrates? As it turns out, this is particularly the case when you've already reached or passed the age of 50.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Is Canola Oil Healthy? Here's What We Know

With all the options that you can buy at your grocery, is canola oil really a healthy choice? An expert shares their thoughts exclusively with Health Digest.

focused man scooping powder into smoothie

Angelique H. Caffrey

Powdered Peanut Butter Isn't As Healthy As You Thought

Peanut butter is typically thought of as one of the healthier breakfast spread options. But does powdered peanut butter offer the same nutritional benefits?

Erin Marie

The Healthiest Popsicles To Stay Hydrated All Summer Long

Water can start to bore your taste buds as you work to stay hydrated during the summer. Mix things up with some of the healthiest popsicles around.

Beth Bradford

The Best Potassium-Rich Foods That Can Also Help You Poop Fast

If you're looking to increase your electrolytes, add more potassium to your diet. These potassium-rich foods will also help you poop more easily.

Beth Bradford

Your Early Death Risk Increases If You Don't Eat This Vegetarian Protein Source

Swapping legumes into your diet could have major health benefits. Research shows that eating more of this vegetarian protein can reduce your early death risk.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Eating Potatoes Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Pressure

Ah potatoes – one of the most versatile and delicious foods. Here's what to know about how the iconic root vegetable can affect your blood pressure.

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Unhealthiest Store-Bought Greek Yogurts Have These Ingredients

Greek yogurt gets a huge thumbs-up for its health benefits. However, the unhealthiest store-bought Greek yogurts are often high in certain ingredients.

Beth Bradford

Science Says These Are The Best Foods To Eat If You Have Insomnia

People with insomnia might think of adding different foods to their diet to help them sleep. But does this strategy work? An expert shared their thoughts.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Foods You Should Avoid Eating If You Have High Cortisol

With certain health conditions come certain dietary restrictions - and having high cortisol is no exception. An expert shared the details with Health Digest.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Men Over 50 Should Avoid Eating This Cheese Every Day (And Eat This Instead)

Dietary needs and restrictions change with age. Men in particular may want to eliminate this type of cheese from their diet after reaching the age of 50.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Eating Sourdough Bread Has An Unexpected Effect On The Way You Age

If you love eating sourdough, we've got good news for you - The wild-fermented bread can have a positive affect on your health as you age. Here's what to know.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

This High-Protein Snack Will Keep You Full Longer (And Satisfy Your Crunchy Cravings)

When you think protein, your mind may go to meat, fish, or eggs. However, this high-protein snack can keep you full longer and satisfy your crunchy cravings.

woman's hands holding bowl of oats and walnuts

Angelique H. Caffrey

The 3 Best Proteins You Can Eat To Lower High Cholesterol

Learning that your cholesterol is higher than you'd like can be frustrating. However, there are dietary changes that can help like eating these three proteins.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Gluten Myths You Should Stop Believing

With all the myths surrounding gluten, what should you believe? Speaking exclusively with Health Digest, a registered dietitian sets the record straight.

Beth Bradford

What You're Really Eating When Having Imitation Crab

If you've perused the sushi at a grocery store, you've probably come across imitation crab. Here's what you're really eating if you buy these options.

woman's hand putting spoon in peanut butter jar

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Healthy Peanut Butter Snack That Can Help You Lose Weight

You might assume that peanut butter is off the menu when trying to lose weight. But there's a peanut butter snack for even if you're trying to get fitter.

Beth Bradford

The Healthiest Way To Eat Pasta If You're 50 Or Older

Your metabolism might slow as you enter your 50s, but that doesn't mean you have to cut out pasta. Follow these tips in order to eat it and feel your best.

woman picking out fish at a seafood counter

Beth Bradford

This Popular Fish Can Fight Painful Inflammation (But Might Not Replace Your Bottle Of Ibuprofen)

Speaking exclusively with Health Digest, an expert shares which type of fish you'll want to include in your diet to combat inflammation, among other benefits.