Food

If you're accustomed to eating other fruit peels for their high phytochemical and fiber content, it's natural to wonder if this applies to mango skins too.

If you experience heartburn after eating nuts, you're not alone. Here's the science behind why they may cause heartburn, but also how they could prevent it too.

As far as condiments go, few can compete with the sweet and spicy sublimity of sriracha. But the popular sauce may have some hidden side effects.

Meat processors use chemicals called nitrates and nitrites to keep meat fresh longer. Here's what you should know about the benefits and risks of nitrates.

You can help boost your keratin levels by eating different types of food that support your body's ability to produce and synthesize it. Here are 14 examples.

Gut health is tied to the immune system, mental health, and autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. This is why it's important to understand food intolerance.

Swapping sucralose for sugar can help reduce calorie intake and help keep blood sugar levels balanced, but could it also be bad for you in some ways?

Even though sweet potatoes are ubiquitous for being a side dish, craving them may be your body's way of clueing you in on what it really needs.

There's something special yet satisfying about biting into a crunchy, salty pickle. But is it safe for a baby to join in on this pickle frenzy?

Certain parts of the animal like the organs are often overlooked or cast aside, but should they be? Just what is offal and is it good for you to eat it?

Kiwifruit is a delicious, tart treat of a fruit, but can you eat the fuzzy skin? Learn whether or not you should be eating your kiwi skins.

Broccoli generally is delicious and incredibly healthy. While it has long been enjoyed by many worldwide, it can actually be dangerous to some people.

Need a quick snack on the go or a protein boost for your workout? Protein bars are convenient, but not all are made equal. Here's our list from worst to best.

Believe it or not, organ meats have some surprising health benefits. Just like with everything else, however, it's important to consume them in moderation.

If you find yourself struggling with getting decent amounts of sleep, incorporating dragon fruit into your daily intake might be able to help.

Have you ever heard of the term nutrigenomics? Well, it's a very interesting topic about genes and nutrition. You might want to brush up on it right here.

Whether you don't mind shaving the skin of sweet potatoes, or usually debate it, here's what you need to know before you start peeling the skin away.

Rice is a staple piece across many cuisines. Now in order to consume rice without worrying about the calories, consider a few tricks before you start cooking.

If you have hormonal acne, eating foods that can help prevent and calm down hormonal flares may help the condition. Here are some foods you should target.

When it comes to preparing turkey, it's easy to make mistakes. That's because cleaning and cooking an entire turkey for a holiday meal can be quite complicated.

Are you a fan of titanium dioxide? It may be in the foods you eat or products you use regularly, but you may not be able to tell by just reading the label.

Eating raw meat and poultry can be quite dangerous and lead to some serious illnesses. Luckily, there's a simple way you can tell if your food is undercooked.

Playing with fire around old, expired food can leave you burnt pretty quick. Here are some foods that you should never eat past the expiration date.

Pasta is a perennial favorite, but with lots of carbs and heavy sauces, it's not always the most nutritious. Here are some tricks to make your pasta healthier.

The theory of food sequencing is that when you follow a certain order while eating, your blood glucose levels will not spike. Is this actually true?

Whether or not you love or hate cilantro, research has shown that this herb may help certain health conditions. Here are some unexpected benefits of cilantro.

A healthy breakfast is important but many of us choose options that negatively affect our blood sugar. Read on to find out how your breakfast habits size up.