Dietary Essentials

It takes holistic effort - diet, exercise, and sometimes medication - to manage high cholesterol. If you include eggplant in your diet, here's how it can help.

Constipation got you fidgeting in your seat? Snack on this popular fruit to get things going instantly -- but make sure to pick one that's already ripe.

Sourdough bread is healthier than you might think it is. It can even help protect your heart health. We'll explain how it's able to do this.

When Jennifer Anandanayagam found out that olive oil can be used to make yourself poop instantly, she decided to give it a go. Here's what happened.

Soy's popularity as a superfood is far from where it used to be decades ago. But that doesn't mean health-conscious men should ignore it, says science.

A number of popular beverages have a reputation for being gut-friendly. But one particular drink rich in "good" bacteria may actually reduce your cancer risk.

Drinking coffee regularly can provide both advantages and disadvantages to your health. But research suggests that coffee can prevent a well-known disease.

Low-carb dieting has become one of the most popular options for weight loss. But what does eliminating carbs from your diet really do to your metabolism?

Eating peanut butter every day can come with a variety of health benefits. But does indulging in this sweet spread on the daily affect your risk of dying early?

Cinnamon adds just that little bit of biting spice to cookies, and it makes a nice finish on top of a latte. It can also effect your gut. Here's how.

Are you running short on time and aren't able to bring a healthy lunch from home? These are the healthiest fast food salads you can buy, according to an expert.

Making smart choices involving your diet can be the key to lowering your cholesterol levels. One great way to do it is to add this ingredient (or snack).

While many people store their jar of peanut butter in their pantry, is this always the best choice? When would you want to think twice about doing this?

Milk might pair well with smoothies, a bowl of cereal, or a handful of chocolate chip cookies, but you'll want to avoid pairing it with this popular supplement.

There are many reasons why cauliflower is a great addition to a well-balanced diet. But people who suffer from this particular medical condition must avoid it.

The number of prostate cancer cases has grown. Eating one particular fruit group, however, may offer some degree of protection against prostate cancer.

Having high cholesterol levels is a common affliction shared by many Americans. There are ways to counteract this, including eating a certain tropical fruit.

A peanut butter-induced headache probably sounds quite strange. However, it is entirely possible. Here's why peanut butter can sometimes trigger a headache.

Fatso's range of natural peanut butter certainly seems like they offer multiple health benefits. But are there any potentially risky ingredients hiding in them?

Quest Peanut Butter Cups are the snack of choice for many health-conscious and sweet-toothed peanut butter lovers. But are these snacks actually healthy?

One out of every 10 people will develop a kidney stone at some point in their lives. However, eating this popular fruit can help prevent kidney stones.

Peanut butter offers a variety of health benefits, so adding it to your regular diet makes sense. But does it have an impact on this common medical condition?

Having high blood pressure is an indicator that you might have some serious health conditions. But can your situation be improved by eating almonds every day?

When you reach a certain age, you might find yourself battling your cholesterol levels. However, this unique beverage can help you raise your good cholesterol.

Have you wondered if there are any specific foods you should be dropping extra money on? A registered dietitian told Health Digest there are three such options.

Can't sleep? If only there were a snack lurking in your fridge that could help you fall asleep in record time. Well, turns out, there just might be.

Have you ever wondered what regular milk consumption can do for your nails? It turns out there are several nail-friendly nutrients in milk, including these.