Dietary Essentials

Don't feel bad for snacking on cherries before bed.

As a nutrient we develop from sunlight, vitamin D is praised for its health benefits. Did you know that vitamin D can even improve muscle health?

Drinking is a part of our culture, whether we're socializing with friends or attending a game. But that doesn't mean it has to derail your health goals.

You might be surprised to learn that energy drinks like Red Bull have been trending. Excessive consumption of these drinks can impact your health.

Exercise and a healthy diet can stave off complications of diabetes. Now research suggests there may be another way to keep blood sugar balanced -- whey powder.

While coffee is shown to provide a wide range of potential health benefits, there may be one type of coffee that holds the key to living a long, healthy life.

Fatty foods, like ice cream, take longer to digest, meaning they spend more time in your stomach. As a result, your stomach makes more acid in response.

The baby formula shortage has made many parents fearful of being unable to feed their babies. Here's what kind of help Operation Fly Formula can provide.

A good alternative for getting the benefits of beetroot is to take a supplement in the form of a powder, pill, or gummy, but is it effective?

For those with gout, diet is a huge part of managing the condition and minimizing painful attacks. Here are some foods to eat, and some to avoid.

The trend of bulletproof coffee has taken the world by storm, but many of its so-called health benefits are up for debate.

Kourtney Kardashian says that she eats quail eggs to help her fertility, but notes she hasn't done research on the topic. Naturally, this led us to investigate.

Due to the risk of E. coli infection, you should not let your children play with raw dough provided at restaurants (or at all). Here is what you should know.

Researchers have discovered it's not just the food we put into our bodies that determine blood sugar impacts, but when we consume them.

Kale is one of the most nutritious foods to eat, according to experts. But did you know kale can actually interact with certain medications?

Deli meat may be a convenient sandwich staple, but what will it do to your body if you eat it every day? Read on to find out.

Dr. Diane Callello has dealt with infant formula substitutes firsthand. She told Health Digest what everyone needs to know about these alternatives.

Magnesium plays a key role in over 300 enzyme reactions involved in muscle and nerve function, metabolism, protein synthesis, and other biochemical processes.

Sugar has gotten a bad rap in many health-conscious circles. But there are certain nuances to consider when making dietary choices about this molecule.

While eating whole foods high in magnesium is always preferred, you can also take supplements to help increase your daily magnesium intake.

Your symptoms may be related to what you eat and drink. Certain foods and beverages can irritate the bladder, causing a burning sensation, pain, and discomfort.

Most people know polyphenols are great for our health. But did you know there's a quick and easy way to tell if your food is rich in them? Here's what it is.

Without enough iodine in the body, a person risks developing hypothyroidism, which occurs when the thyroid can't function as it should.

Pears contain about 70% fructose, plus sorbitol and glucose. When consumed in excess, fructose can lead to liver disease, inflammation, and high blood pressure.

Alcohol can cause many side effects. But one lesser-known effect is on the skin -- particularly the sensations on your face.

The baby formula shortage has created a great deal of anxiety and fear in many parents. But Abbott claims there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Lab-grown meat isn't a new concept, but it's a growing one. Companies are racing to seek FDA-approval for real meat grown in a lab, not on a farm.