Nutrition - Health Digest

Erin Marie

Can You Take Too Much Creatine?

If you're looking to increase muscle mass and build strength, you might consider taking creatine supplements. But is creatine loading a good thing, or worth it?

Eileen Conroy

How "Reverse Juicing" Can Amp Up Your Antioxidants

While there are many ways to boost your antioxidant levels, a technique called reverse juicing may help you get the most bang for your buck.

Miriam Hahn

Healthy Black Bean Salad Recipe

This healthy black bean salad combines the taste of black beans with the addition of onions, peppers, tomatoes, and a little jalapeño for added flavor.

Vincent Madrone

The One Ingredient That Shouldn't Be In The Salsa You're Eating

Many of us are addicted to our favorite store-bought salsas, but did you know there's one ingredient that shouldn't be in the salsa you're eating?

Isabel Cohen

Does The Bulletproof Diet Really Work?

The Bulletproof diet aims to reduce inflammation within the body and lead to quick, yet sustainable weight loss. But does it really work?

Half eaten salmon filet on white plate on top of a wooden table

Erin Marie

How Long Does Cooked Fish Last As A Leftover?

There is a variety of health benefits to be gained from regularly eating fish, as it's high in protein, selenium, and vitamin D, while low in saturated fat.

Anne Taylor

The Unhealthy Mistake You Might Be Making When Cooking Pancakes

Here's what you should know about making pancakes for breakfast.

Vincent Madrone

These Healthy Swaps Can Replace Your Favorite Candy

Candy is hard to pass up, but the sugar within can be bad for your health. Here are some sweet alternatives to try instead.

Kimberly Smith

You Should Stop Eating Lentils If This Happens To You

Lentils are a popular way to jazz up salads, soups, and even veggie burgers. But for some, this mighty little legume can cause unpleasant side effects.

Zrinka Peters

What It Really Means When The Roof Of Your Mouth Itches

Itchiness inside of the mouth is actually a common symptom that can have a number of different possible causes, but how does food play a role in it?

Kimberly Smith

This Is How Much Sugar Is Really In A Banana

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits consumed worldwide, likely because they're so sweet. But how much sugar is really in a banana?

Isabel Cohen

Why You Should Try Eating Your Salad After Dinner

Salad can be a delicious and healthy start to any meal. But surprisingly, there may be benefits to eating it after a meal instead, particularly dinner.

Anne Taylor

Can You Eat Too Much Bacon?

Can you indulge too much in this salty breakfast food?

Vincent Madrone

Brussels Sprouts Versus Cabbage: Which Is More Nutritious?

Cabbage and Brussels sprouts are two cruciferous vegetables so packed with fiber, phytochemicals, vitamins, and minerals they're considered "super veggies."

Zrinka Peters

These Healthy Swaps Can Replace Your Bacon

Bacon is a popular breakfast food, but health experts warn you may not want to put it on your plate. Here are some bacon alternatives to consider instead.

Woman drinking kombucha happy with eyes closed

Lauren Alexander

What Happens To Your Body When You Drink Kombucha Every Day

Love it or leave it, the fizzy fermented beverage known as kombucha certainly boasts a significant amount of health benefits that have people hooked.

A variety of olives in wooden bowls against a white background decorated with olives and olive leaves

A. Sooter

When You Eat Too Many Olives, This Is What Happens

Olives can be a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, but when most people eat olives, they're also eating everything they were processed and packaged with.

Erin Marie

The Vitamin You Need If You're Always Sore

Muscle soreness can be a symptom of conditions like Lyme disease or multiple sclerosis, or the flu, dehydration, strenuous exercise, or a lack of this vitamin.

Anne Taylor

The Real Reason You're Craving Tomatoes

Craving tomatoes is actually a common enough occurrence that it has its own name: tomatophagia. It is most common in pregnant women, but can occur in anyone.

Erin Marie

You Could Be Risking Your Health If You Store Your Meat Like This

When it comes to storing your meat leftovers, be mindful of these factors and actions to avoid risking your health with foodborne illness.

An array of salty snacks against a gray background

Ruth Clark

If You're Craving Salt, It Could Be A Sign Of This

We all need salt to survive, but what does it mean if you're craving salt when it's readily available and in many of our typical foods?

Tiffany Nicole

Lamb Versus Beef: Which Is Best?

Calling all meat-eaters and flexitarians. Join us in the great debate between eating sheep versus beef. Does one selection trump the other? Is one healthier?

Catherine Caruso

This Healthy Swap Can Replace Your Salty Snacks

If you're in the mood for a salty snack, you might be tempted to reach for fries or potato chips, which tend to be high in calories, sodium, and saturated fat.

Robin Rothstein

Is Propel Water Good For You?

Replenishing and rehydrating your body after exercise. One popular method is to consume a sports drink like Propel water. But is Propel water good for you?

Candace McMillon-Dantley

Is It Safe To Drink Alcohol While Taking Diabetes Medication?

People with diabetes on medication to control glucose levels and treat high blood pressure or high cholesterol could put themselves at risk by drinking alcohol.

Anne Taylor

How Much Sugar Is In Whole Wheat Bread?

Whole wheat bread is a healthier option than white bread, but it still contains some sugar.

Vincent Madrone

What Defines A Food Swamp?

Food swamps are areas where there are more fast food and unhealthy eating options than healthy ones. Unfortunately, this impacts the health of many people.