Nutrition

There are many health benefits to drinking cranberry juice. But as it turns out, there's an important reason why men might want to include it in their diet.

You'll want to avoid certain foods if your cholesterol levels are high. Fortunately, there are alternatives and healthy options for some of your favorites.

Nutritional needs change as men grow old, leaving room for potential deficiencies. When it comes to men over 50, some multivitamins are better than others.

For most people, a glass of milk is the top-of-mind option when it comes to fulfilling their basic calcium needs. But there's a vegetable that can beat it.

As far as breakfast options go, Raisin Bran's no slouch, nutrition-wise. But if you have high blood pressure, you may want to think twice about eating it.

If you have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate gland, you'll want to read this article about the effects of too much salt.

Swinging by the store to pick up a crisp rotisserie chicken makes dinner a no-brainer. However, there's one food safety mistake you'll want to avoid.

Worried about your high cholesterol levels? There are ways to bring down your cholesterol without medication, such as adding these beverages to your diet.

Some foods that we've come to recognize as healthy actually hide sugary secrets. Health Digest spoke to an expert to uncover the sweet-toothed truth.

When women reach menopause, estrogen and progesterone levels begin to drop. As a result, those over 50 should avoid drinking this type of popular beverage.

Food intolerances can prevent us from enjoying certain ingredients or beverages. One lesser-known food intolerance makes eating aged cheeses a bad idea.

Certain beverage choices can add to your symptoms if you're dealing with an enlarged prostate. Here's what to stay away from, and what to try instead.

While amusing for many, trending social media "challenges" tend to come with risks. Speaking to Health Digest, an expert discusses a potentially dangerous one.

Some folks may opt to avoid snacking entirely if they have high cholesterol levels. Speaking exclusively with Health Digest, an expert offers helpful advice.

If you're among the people who encounter uncomfortable bloating and gas after eating peanut butter, familiarize yourself with the possible causes here.

Soft drinks are almost always within reach no matter where we are. However, this is what could happen to your body if you drink more than two sodas a day.

Is there really an ideal time of day to eat carbohydrates? As it turns out, this is particularly the case when you've already reached or passed the age of 50.

Certain beverages come to mind when we talk about what to drink to help us fall asleep. As it turns out, a specific drink can prevent kidney stones, too.

With all the options that you can buy at your grocery, is canola oil really a healthy choice? An expert shares their thoughts exclusively with Health Digest.

Peanut butter is typically thought of as one of the healthier breakfast spread options. But does powdered peanut butter offer the same nutritional benefits?

Water can start to bore your taste buds as you work to stay hydrated during the summer. Mix things up with some of the healthiest popsicles around.

If you have this particular medical condition, it may be a good idea to bypass the whole milk found in your dairy aisle. We'll explain why this is so.

Here's the deal on how that morning glass of orange juice may be affecting your cholesterol levels, plus useful info on picking the healthiest form of OJ.

If you're looking to increase your electrolytes, add more potassium to your diet. These potassium-rich foods will also help you poop more easily.

Swapping legumes into your diet could have major health benefits. Research shows that eating more of this vegetarian protein can reduce your early death risk.

Having high cholesterol doesn't have stop you from eating out. Just follow these heart-healthy tips from MyFitnessPal R.D. Katherine Basbaum!

Ah potatoes – one of the most versatile and delicious foods. Here's what to know about how the iconic root vegetable can affect your blood pressure.