Dietary Essentials - HealthDigest

Beth Bradford

How Many Eggs Should Kids Eat A Day? JD Vance's Claim About His Children's Diet Cracks The Internet

When Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance revealed how many eggs his kids eat per day, the Internet was shocked. But are they really eating too many eggs?

Angelique H. Caffrey

Cucumbers Aren't High Fiber But They Have A Positive Effect On Your Blood Pressure

Cucumbers aren't exactly known for their fiber content. But as an expert tells Health Digest, adding them to your diet may benefit your blood pressure somewhat.

woman adding cheese to bean dish of chili

Angelique H. Caffrey

Eating Kidney Beans Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol

Kidney beans are an excellent addition to your diet, as they work in a variety of dishes. According to an expert, they can also affect your cholesterol levels.

man's hand slicing fresh mozzarella cheese

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Healthiest Cheese To Eat If You Have High Blood Pressure

If you have high blood pressure, you might think you'll need to skip cheese forever. But according to an expert, all you have to do is choose the right kind.

Beth Bradford

How Many Eggs Should People Over 50 Eat To Cut Their Alzheimer's Risk?

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, an expert talks about the potential anti-Alzheimer's benefit of consuming eggs for people above 50 years of age.

Amanda Chatel

The Absolute Healthiest Breakfast You Can Eat If You Have High Blood Pressure

An easy way to get your blood pressure moving in the right direction is to have a heart-healthy breakfast. We spoke to a doctor about what's a good choice.

man getting fast food bag from chain restaurant worker

Angelique H. Caffrey

High-Protein Fast Food Orders That Are Actually Good For You

While it's true that most fast food isn't exactly healthy, some items offer a surprising amount of nutrition, like these high-protein food orders.

woman with short gray hair measuring blood pressure

Angelique H. Caffrey

3 Easy Food Hacks To Lower High Blood Pressure Fast

Lowering high blood pressure can be a struggle if you don't know where to start. In an exclusive Health Digest interview, an expert shares 3 quick food hacks.

Beth Bradford

What To Know About Drinking Cranberry Juice With Warfarin

While loads of cranberry juice could have potential interactions with the common blood thinner warfarin, that's not the whole story.

smiling white-haired man holding cheese board

Ariane Lang

The Healthiest Cheeses You Can Eat (And Surprising Benefits Of Each)

Not all cheeses are created equal. As it turns out, there are certain types of this popular dairy food that may offer you some unique health benefits.

Beth Bradford

America's Unhealthiest Burger Isn't From McDonald's, According To A New Report

A team compared the nutritional information for each cheeseburger found at common fast food restaurants, including McDonald's. Here is what they found.

woman sitting on her kitchen counter drinking green juice

Beth Bradford

The Best Fruit Juices You Should Drink To Poop Fast

Are you having trouble with keeping your bowel movements regular? An expert has suggestions on the best fruit juices that can help with constipation.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Popular Red Meats That Are Lowest In Cholesterol

Fond of eating red meat but worried about keeping your cholesterol levels low? According to an expert, there are easily available, low-cholesterol options.

Beth Bradford

Drinking Chicken Broth Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On The Way We Age (But There's A Trick)

Regular chicken broth consumption can help us as we age. However, you'll want to drink a specific type of chicken broth if you want to reap the benefits.

smiling woman in kitchen using coconut oil for food

Angelique H. Caffrey

Should You Avoid Eating Coconut Oil If You Have High Cholesterol?

Coconut oil is getting a lot of attention for its health benefits, but is it safe to consume if you have high cholesterol levels? An expert gives her thoughts.

middle age woman holding a water bottle after a workout

Beth Bradford

After You Turn 50, You'll Need To Drink More Water. Here's Why

If you're over 50 years of age, your hydration needs are much greater than they were when you were younger. An expert shares insights in an exclusive interview.

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.

smiling woman holding pear in front of table of produce

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.

Beth Bradford

Is Trader Joe's Banana And Almond Butter Protein Smoothie Healthy?

Trader Joe's has a decadent banana and almond butter protein smoothie, but is it really healthy? Here's what a registered dietitian had to say.

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.