Dietary Essentials

With life's increasing demands, more and more of us find ourselves in need of caffeine. NOS energy drinks provide plenty, so they are a common choice, but are they bad for you?

Despite an increased awareness that sugary drinks are bad for one's health, it's clear many people still crave soda — and here's the real reason they do.

Limiting alcohol consumption is one of the best ways to protect your liver, but did you know about the unusual food that also helps the liver stay healthy?

Plenty of medications come with warnings about consuming alcohol while taking them, so is it safe to drink alcohol while taking blood thinners?

Almonds and walnuts are two of the most popular nuts around. But is one actually healthier than the other? Here's what the science says about which is best for you.

Can you eat the crunchy tails on your shrimp, or should you leave them alone?

CBD oil is a commonly used compound used for relaxation and stress relief. But what happens when it's combined with other substances like alcohol?

Energy drinks with high caffeine content are associated with more health risks. How much Redline, ranked as "extreme" in caffeine strength, is safe to consume?

Here's what you should know about the ingredients in your can of soda.

What's the best way to wash fruits and vegetables? And are those expensive veggie washes and produce sprays really worth the extra money? It might be time to rethink how we've been washing our produce.

Tilapia is a popular fish worldwide eaten for its nutrients and health benefits, but its downsides may make you think twice before eating it.

Queasiness and nausea are common side effects of consuming coffee, but there are measures that will prevent digestive discomfort and let you enjoy your java.

While "use-by," "sell-by," and "best-by" dates are often used interchangeably, they actually have different meanings.

Collagen water is a fancy drink you see everywhere these days, but does it actually work?

People may find the zero calories of artificial sweeteners appealing, but you should know the truth about what they are really made of.

This drink may help alleviate gout symptoms.

This type of food can help you recover more quickly after surgery.

Find out if this food will help with heartburn or if you should avoid it.

While you may know that persimmons are thought to predict how harsh winter will be, you may not realize just how many health benefits can stem from this fruit.

Too much fun can give you a hangover, which comes with a range of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, headaches, body aches, fatigue, and irritability.

Acid levels in coffee can cause discomfort for those prone to indigestion. But are there ways to reduce this discomfort without giving up your morning brew?

Many, many studies have investigated the apparent connection between green tea and heart health. Here's what researchers have found.

Eating small, healthy portions throughout the day has been touted as beneficial to losing weight, but you might gain weight when following that diet regimen.

You have probably heard that whole grains are better for your health than refined grains, but you may be wondering, how exactly are they different?

The reasons many of us develop a headache are so broad, it could be hard to find a place to put the blame. Could a spicy dinner be the culprit?

While drinking coffee comes with many important health benefits, there are some rumors abound that drinking French press coffee may cause harm to your health.

If you're smart about bedtime snacking you can maintain good health, but eating fatty cuts of meat or spicy, or sugary foods late at night can disrupt sleep.