Nutrition

You may be surprised to learn there are healthy foods that can spike your blood sugar. If eaten too often, it can wreak havoc on your health.

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 keto diet appeals to people who want to lose weight without having to restrict total calories or meticulously track food intake.

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?

Here's what you need to know about electrolytes: Why they're important for much more than rehydration, what happens if you have too much of them, and more.

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.

Keto is a popular low-carb diet that may result in various health benefits. But how does it affect mental health, and more specifically, depression?

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

Intermittent fasting and reverse intermittent fasting involve abstaining or reducing the amount of food being consumed to certain hours of the day.

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.

This quick and easy recipe involves a special step that helps break down raw broccoli florets, turning them into a delicious and nutritious salad base.

Chicken breasts are a staple in many kitchens, but they tend to dry out if cooked incorrectly. This fool-proof method ensures juicy chicken every time!