Dietary Essentials

One of the most important periods of your life to take vitamins is during your tween and teenage years, but which ones are beneficial?

While tomatoes are often touted as a healthy food rich in vitamins and antioxidants, they can be a dietary source of pain for those prone to heartburn.

Pasta cravings can feel intense and insatiable. But health experts suggest there may be a reason why your cravings are there to begin with.

Your skin can give you many clues as to what's going on beneath the surface. For instance, skin issues can be a sign you have gut issues.

Constipation is a common, uncomfortable side effect of surgery, so after the procedure it's important to eat foods that help regulate your digestive system.

You may be convinced those sugary margaritas give you a worse hangover than beer. So is it the sugar in your drink that causes the severity of your hangover?

Of all the beverages that are good for our health, tea reigns supreme when it comes to longevity, but what are the benefits associated with green tea?

Exercise takes a toll on your body, which is why fueling up after a workout is critical. It can help with both recovery and muscle building.

Many of us were fed crackers when sick as a child. But is there any research suggesting they actually help with nausea? Here's what the experts have to say.

If you stocked your freezer with frozen foods that have now expired, are these products still safe to eat? You may be surprised to learn the answer.

Make your pancake breakfast a little healthier with this swap.

Choosing between almond butter and cashew butter for weight loss can seem like a difficult task. But science says one might be better than the other.

Hangovers can be an unpleasant experience, to say the least. Fortunately, there are foods you can eat to help you feel better. Here's what made the list.

Sweeter than other citrus fruits, oranges burst with a delicious flavor — but does all that sunny sweetness mean we should watch our intake?

Water is an important part of our everyday diets and can keep us functioning well. But is there such a thing as drinking too much water? Here are the risks.

Over 43 million well water users in the United States are left to monitor the safety and quality of their drinking water on their own.

Bones are the unsung heroes of your body, and should be a factor in your diet. Here are 7 foods to eat (and 7 to avoid) to improve your bone health.

These ingredients can cause health problems when consumed in excess.

Whole grains and enriched grains have some important distinctions between them. Here's what they could mean for your health and how to choose between them.

Intermittent fasting is a popular diet method with many health benefits, but skipping meals may be doing more harm than you think.

Just as flaxseed is linked to many important nutritional benefits, it may also be good for your hair, improving its texture and quality.

Although the healthiest foods don't usually wear labels, there are a few health food brands that are actually worth buying. Here are some of them.

Avocados are a delicious addition to any diet. Fortunately, they may be able to provide some pretty important health benefits for women. Here's what they are.

Menstrual cramps can be an uncomfortable experience each month. But luckily, ginger can help improve your symptoms in these ways.

Swapping your go-to grains with wild rice may be really good for you. Wild rice provides an abundance of nutrients that may protect against certain diseases.

In geographic areas where fast foods, processed foods, and cheap packaged foods abound, you can take steps to ensure you snack and eat healthy.

Vitamins can be a great addition to a well-balanced diet. But what happens if they sit on the shelf for too long? Here's what to know about vitamin expirations.