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Angelique H. Caffrey

Does This Underrated Oil Lower High Cholesterol And Blood Pressure At The Same Time? Here's What We Know

The use of black seed oil is said to lower high cholesterol levels and blood pressure, per research. An expert shared their thoughts on this with Health Digest.

Angelique H. Caffrey

What Happens To Your Cholesterol When You Follow The Carnivore Diet

If you've heard of the carnivore diet, you know it involves eating animal-based foods, which are high in saturated fat. So, how does it affect your cholesterol?

man shopping for cheese in dairy aisle of store

Angelique H. Caffrey

What Is The Healthiest Cheese You Can Eat? It Depends

If you you're looking to find the healthiest cheese you can eat, there are several choices that may be for you, depending on your own personal needs

Melissa Szaro

10 Egg Health Myths We Thought Were True But Aren't

Eggs are an ever-popular food, so it's not surprising that there are a lot of misconceptions about them. It's time to crack some of these myths wide open.

woman's hands sprinkling cinnamon to raw dough

Beth Bradford

What Happens If You Eat Lead-Contaminated Cinnamon

Some brands of cinnamon have been found to be contaminated with lead. Here's what to know about how using these brands could affect your health.

Beth Bradford

The Best Way To Eat Sweet Potatoes To Reduce Your Kidney Stone Risk

Sweet potatoes are high in a substance that can increase your kidney stone risk. However, they're very healthy and a simple dietary change can protect you.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Here Are The 3 Worst Eating Habits For Your Metabolism

Less-than-ideal eating habits could be sabotaging your weight maintenance attempts. An expert shares the three worst ones in an interview with Health Digest.

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Angelique H. Caffrey

The Underrated Fruit That Can Reduce Your Risk Of Painful Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are a pain to deal with, literally and figuratively. But according to an expert, eating this common fruit can minimize your risk of having them.

Woman smiling while eating avocado toast

Tanya Sharma

7 Unexpected Risks Of Eating Avocado (Especially If You Have These Medical Conditions)

In terms of their taste and nutritional value, you can rarely go wrong with avocados. However, there are certain cases where you'd want to avoid eating them.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Science Says This Is The Healthiest Way To Cook Bacon

According to science, what's the best way to cook bacon with as little guilt as possible? Here's what a nutritionist dietitian told Health Digest.

smiling woman holding handful of Brussels sprouts

Beth Bradford

Eating Brussels Sprouts Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol

Despite the fact that many people hate them, Brussels sprouts have several health benefits. They can also have an unexpected effect on your cholesterol.

woman's hands cracking egg into saucepan

Angelique H. Caffrey

How Many Eggs You Should Be Eating If You're Over 50

Should you be setting a hard limit on your daily egg consumption once you hit 50 years of age? A sports dietitian shares his thoughts in an exclusive interview.

Beth Bradford

Eat This Type Of Protein To Naturally Lower High Cholesterol

If you're looking for foods you can eat to naturally lower your high cholesterol, our expert says this protein source is one that you won't want to overlook.

Beth Bradford

Eat More Eggs If You Have These Age-Related Concerns

As we age, worries about our health become more common. If you have these specific age-related concerns, you'll want to eat more eggs, according our expert.

Mikael Angelo Francisco

When You Eat Pasta Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Cholesterol

If you're a pasta fan, you'll want to think twice before adding your favorite dishes to your daily diet. As it turns out, they may affect your cholesterol.

Woman smiling while eating a spoonful of peanut butter

Tanya Sharma

When You Stop Eating Peanut Butter, This Is What Happens To Your Body

Can you imagine what it would be like if you decided, one day, to totally eliminate peanut butter from your diet? It may affect your body in shocking ways.

Nancy Schimelpfening

What You're Really Sucking On When Chewing A Stick Of Gum

Chewing gum is known to have certain controversial ingredients. We asked a nutrition expert to explain what they are and whether they are bad for your health.

father with daughter choosing chicken parts at the store

Angelique H. Caffrey

This Piece Of Chicken Has The Most Cholesterol Per Serving

Having a heart-healthy diet doesn't mean removing delicious food like chicken from your diet. You should be wary, though, of consuming high-cholesterol foods.

middle-aged couple having lunch at a cafe

Beth Bradford

Here's What You Should Eat When You're Over 50 To Reduce Depression Later In Life

With aging comes a shift in one's nutritional needs to protect their overall health. When you pass 50 years of age, this type of food can help fight depression.

Beth Bradford

Honey Might Have An Unexpected Effect On This Common Type Of Cancer

Honey adds that subtle touch of sweetness to your tea, toast, or pancakes. It can also have health effects such as potentially treating a common type of cancer.

people linked up ordering at Panda Express

Nancy Schimelpfening

The Unhealthiest Foods You Can Order From Panda Express

American Chinese food can be high in both fat and sugar. We asked Registered Dietitian Angel Luk to share what are the most unhealthy foods at Panda Express.

Beth Bradford

This Underrated Breakfast Cereal Can Help Lower High Cholesterol (And It's Not Oatmeal)

When you think of lowering your high cholesterol, oatmeal might first come to mind. However, there's another breakfast cereal that can get the job done too.

young woman having her blood pressure checked

Angelique H. Caffrey

What Happens To Your Blood Pressure When You Follow The Carnivore Diet

The carnivore diet has been touted by many for its supposed health benefits. But is there a possibility that you're risking your heart health by sticking to it?

Nancy Schimelpfening

Eating Popcorn Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol

If you eat popcorn every day, it can have an effect on your cholesterol. However, what that effect is will depend on how you prepare it. We explain.

group of happy people dining in the summer

Beth Bradford

This Popular Summer Vegetable Has More Potassium Than A Banana (And Can Help Lower High Blood Pressure)

While bananas are known to be great potassium sources, you might not be aware that this summer vegetables has more, and it can help lower your blood pressure.

woman sitting at table eating green and red grapes

Angelique H. Caffrey

Eating Grapes Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol

Grapes are a popular choice for a quick and easy snack. But research has shown that this tasty fruit can affect your cholesterol levels in unexpected ways.

woman's hands holding a bowl of cottage cheese with strawberries

Beth Bradford

If You Eat Expired Cottage Cheese, This Is What Happens

When you eat food that's past its expiration date, your body may suffer unpleasant consequences. But what happens if you eat cottage cheese that has gone bad?