When You Eat Too Much Protein, This Is What Happens
Can you get too much protein? And if you do, what is the effect on your body?
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Surprising Health Benefits Of Eating Cherries
It's hard not to think about cherries without thinking about our favorite cherry-inspired desserts, such as cherry pie. But luckily for us, whether we eat cherries alone or smothered in all that extra goodness, there are surprising health benefits hidden within. -
Here's How Long It's Still Safe To Eat Leftover Pizza
If you want to save your favorite pizza for more than a few days, storing your extra slices in the freezer can help them last longer. -
When You Start Taking Collagen, This Is What Happens To Your Body
Collagen supplements are becoming increasingly popular. The question is: What do these supplements actually do? -
Is Eating An Apple A Day Actually Good For You?
Apples may have health benefits that 'keep the doctor away.' Can eating one a day really impact your health all that much? -
Foods Every Woman Needs To Have In Her Diet
Maybe you consume lots of fruits, vegetables, and protein - or maybe not. Either way, you're to want to make sure you start including these foods in your diet. -
Whole Grain Vs Whole Wheat: Which One Is Better For You?
Even when choosing brown breads, is there a difference between whole grains and whole wheat? How do you decide which one is better? -
This One Food Could Boost Fertility In Men
When trying to conceive a baby, you want to give your body every advantage it can have. And now there's research showing that one simple dietary change makes a big impact on male fertility, increasing sperm count as well as sperm health. -
Why Eating Low-Carb Isn't As Healthy As You Think
But while it may not be harmful in the short-term, researchers are finding some disturbing outcomes among those who have followed a low-carb program for long periods of time. -
The Real Reason You're Craving Salty Foods All The Time
Have you ever felt the urge to grab a bag of potato chips or popcorn for no good reason? Have you picked the visibly-salted french fries with your fast food meal over alternatives? Salt cravings are not uncommon, so you may be wondering what they really mean. -
When You Only Eat Salad Every Day, Here's What Happens To Your Body
Nutrition experts agree that eating fruits and vegetables daily can significantly improve a person's health. But is it a good idea to eat only salad every day? -
Why Science Says You Should Start Eating More Oranges
When you think of an orange, the first health benefit that probably comes to mind is its high vitamin C content. And while it's true that one medium orange provides about 93 percent of the daily recommended allowance of this important vitamin, that's not their only advantage. -
Don't Even Think About Eating These Foods Before Having Sex
Not every food is a good match for your libido. You're not even going to want to think about eating these foods before sex. -
Is Butter Good Or Bad For You?
If you've ever thought twice about reaching for the butter to spread on your bagel, you're not alone. Here's what to know about this popular fat. -
What Your Food Cravings Are Trying To Tell You
Food cravings are so common that the average American spends more than 240 hours a year thinking about them. Here's a look at what they're trying to tell you. -
Fast Food Items With Way More Calories Than You Expected
There are many fast food items out there boasting more calories than you'd expect. Here are some deceivingly high-calorie fast food items to look out for. -
The Harmful Chemical That Might Be In Your Canned Food
Fans of canned fish, beans, and legumes may be surprised to learn that 10 percent of all canned food contains a harmful chemical. The chemical is called bisphenol A, also known as BPA. -
Foods You Probably Thought Were Vegan But Actually Aren't
From some of your all-time favorite cookies to candies to meals, these are some of the foods vegans will want to avoid at all costs. -
Desserts That Are Actually Healthier Than You Think
Here's a look at some desserts that are way healthier than you think. -
The Surprising Number Of Calories The Average American Eats Every Day
Why are we eating so much more than our parents and grandparents ate? Nutrition experts blame the explosion in portion size in the past few decades. -
The Best And Worst Foods To Eat Before Going On A Run
Are you curious to know which pre-run foods you should — and shouldn't -- be eating? Whether you're new to running or are simply looking for ways to fuel your body further, Health Digest has you covered. Here are the best and worst foods to chow down on before going on a run. -
Thinking About Going Gluten Free? Here's What You Should Know First
While it is vital for people with celiac disease to go gluten free, should everyone try the diet? Here's what you should know about cutting out gluten. -
You Should Think Twice Before Eating Soy. Here's Why
Despite some nutritious benefits, but consumption (or over-consumption) of soy products is not entirely without risk in certain cases. Learn more here. -
How Many Eggs Is Too Many To Eat In A Day?
Eggs were once demonized as being a main source of high cholesterol — or at least their yolks were given the blame. Luckily, medical science finally established that dietary cholesterol had very little effect on the body's levels of LDL, aka "bad" cholesterol. So how many eggs should eat daily?
