Nutrition

It is common knowledge that body weight can fluctuate daily. Many things can trigger sudden weight gain, and it turns out that excessive sodium is among them.

Is tomato juice good for you or should you choose other options?

Dasani water is a popular water brand. But is there anything other than water contained inside? Here's what to know when you twist the top and take a sip.

By shifting away from the quickest way to hit your goals and more toward eating healthier, balanced meals, you'll position yourself for long-term success.

We all know drinking at least eight glasses of water daily is good for optimal health, but is drinking flavored water bad for you?

Sometimes, you can have too much of a good thing -- and that's true even for chia seeds. Here are the pros and cons of eating them every day.

To enjoy a healthier version of the classic McDonald's Shamrock Shake, you need to whip up this easy, 5 minute recipe that's as good for you as it tastes.

When you're looking for an elegant and healthy side to serve to guests, look no further than this recipe for sweet potato and carrot soup.

Scones are usually loaded with dairy products and eggs, so they're not vegan-friendly. But this recipe for vegan blueberry scones is easy and delicious.

With a few quick ingredient substitutes, you can make a heart-health carrot cake in less than an hour. Try this recipe the next time you need a sweet treat.

Kombucha, a fermented and sweetened tea beverage, has antioxidant qualities and purported health benefits including protection against prostate cancer.

If you thought a veto-friendly risotto recipe would be impossible to make, think again. This keto risotto recipe is quick, easy, and low-carb.

Green tea and coffee are two of the world's most popular beverages. But which has more caffeine, and is one better for you than the other? Here's what you need to know.

In this day and age, it seems our attention is often pulled in multiple directions. However, this vitamin may actually be able to help improve concentration.

At the end of your day, once you've settled in for the evening, at that point you are free to indulge in a drink or two should you so desire. The trouble with nighttime drinking, though, comes when you extend the happy hour right up until bedtime.

Limiting these seafood options can help you manage your gout symptoms.

Aging affects our brains in a multitude of ways, but there may be a food that can help: fruit. Specifically, those that contain lutein might be beneficial.

Can you fix an unhealthy diet with exercise? While exercise burns unwanted calories and helps weight loss and management, a poor diet still puts you at risk.

Cow's milk is a great source of protein and packed with calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B12, potassium, zinc, and other nutrients. So is too much of it a bad thing?

Not all fruit juices are healthy. Here are some of the best ones to enjoy.

Here are some of the most popular brands of protein powders ranked worst to best, based on nutrition and the amount of suspicion their ingredient lists inspire.

Gallons of distilled water are one of many bottled water choices for consumption on market shelves. But is it really safe to drink distilled water?

Many people love cooked garlic on their favorite dishes, but is raw garlic better for you? Here's why raw garlic may be better for your health.

We all know that carbonated soda can eventually damage your teeth. Despite having less sugar than soda, is sparkling water also bad for teeth?

White Claw is a popular adult beverage, also known as a hard seltzer. While it's touted as being better-for-you, we wanted to see how it measured up on sweetness.

When it comes to canned meats, it probably comes as no surprise that Spam tops the U.S. market -- but does that necessarily mean it is good for you?

Protein powder and coffee sound like the best blend. You get a boost of energy and nutrition at the same time. Here's what to know about mixing the two together.