Dietary Essentials

Most restrictive diets focus on cutting out one macro or everything but a handful of foods. In the case of the oatmeal diet that one food is, well, oatmeal.

Despite its name, decaf coffee isn't completely caffeine-free.

Tap water has a reputation for being less safe than bottled water. Both are regulated by safety standards, but which of the two have more health benefits?

Hydration is important, but there are some downsides to drinking bottled water that you should know.

Eating cereal as an every day breakfast is not uncommon. But whether or not this is a healthy morning meal choice depends on what kind of cereal you're eating.

Here's a breakdown of why you should consider adding kale into your diet.

For many, the day simply isn't complete without cracking open a beer to unwind. But downing a cold one every night can have an effect on your body. Here's how.

Mothers-to-be have long heeded their doctors' advice to supplement their diets with folic acid. But the importance of folic acid goes beyond pregnancy health.

While some people view dandelions as weeds, others have found uses for them in the medicine cabinet and the kitchen. Every part of the dandelion has a purpose.

What you may not know about imitation vanilla extract and real vanilla extract is that the difference goes beyond price to the actual ingredients.

If you're one of the Americans who love dousing their food with hot sauce, there are some unexpected side effects of spicy food you should be aware of.

Oatly sounds like it may have designed the perfect milk, right? Unfortunately, not everyone agrees.

Behind matcha's green color is a nutritional powerhouse, and swapping your afternoon coffee for a cup of matcha instead may have major health benefits.

What happens when you want to whip up an inspiring omelet and suddenly realize the eggs in your fridge have been sitting there for a long time?

When you're in the mood for a sweet treat, you might think it's healthier to reach for frozen yogurt over ice cream. But which is the better choice, really?

The food pyramid has been done away with within the last decade and a new image has taken its place. Why is that?

Since many vitamins can be purchased over the counter and thus do not have to be prescribed by a medical professional, it's easy to make some mistakes.

Carbs have developed quite a reputation over the years, but experts say that they are a necessary part of a well-balanced diet.

Dipping sauces at Chick-fil-A can range from 25 to 140 calories per serving, which can add a lot of extra sugar and fat to your meal.

Has a bright blood spot in an egg ever caught you off guard? Let's cover why these so-called "meat spots" occur, and whether they're safe to consume.

When talking about healthy complex carbohydrates, the two that often get mentioned are oatmeal and brown rice. But is one healthier than the other?

Bananas are known for their nutritional benefits as a quick on-the-go snack. But hidden behind the vitamin-rich reputation are some risks to overeating them.

One of the most popular drinks on the market is the Celsius energy drink. But is this option actually good for you?

The ketogenic diet, or the keto diet, is a low-carb, high-fat diet meant to help with weight loss and improve energy levels by reducing your carb intake.

The Optavia diet is a weight loss program that features low-calorie, low-carb, pre-packaged meals, a few simple home-cooked meals, and one-on-one coaching.

If you love white rice, you're in good company. According to Statista, rice remains one of the most popular grains in the United States.

Palm oil is one of the most widely-used oils today, and it is also one of the most controversial when it comes to health benefits.