Nutrition - Health Digest

Beth Bradford

The Unexpected Reason You Should Avoid Eating Raisin Bran If You Have High Blood Pressure

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.

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Prostate When You Eat Too Much Salt

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.

Hot rotisserie chickens at grocery store

Erin Marie

The Food Safety Mistake You Never Want To Make With A Store-Bought Rotisserie Chicken

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.

Woman smiling and drinking a glass of juice

Tanya Sharma

9 Beverages That Can Naturally Lower Your High Cholesterol

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

Angelique H. Caffrey

Deceivingly 'Healthy' Foods That Are Secretly High In Sugar

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.

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Beth Bradford

Women Over 50 Should Avoid Drinking This Popular Beverage

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.

Erin Marie

Avoid Eating Aged Cheeses If You Have This Little-Known Food Intolerance

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

Elderly man grocery shopping in beverage aisle

Erin Marie

Avoid Drinking These Popular Beverages If You Have An Enlarged Prostate

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.

woman taking video of herself eating from food container

Beth Bradford

Why TikTok's 'Fear Food Challenge' Could Be More Dangerous Than You Thought

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

Erin Marie

Snacking Habits That Can Help Lower Your High Cholesterol

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

Erin Marie

What It Means If Eating Peanut Butter Makes You Feel Gassy

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

Friends clinking two glasses of soda together

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Body If You Drink More Than Two Sodas A Day

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.

Beth Bradford

The Best Time To Eat Carbohydrates If You're 50 Or Older

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.

Erin Marie

The Popular Beverage That Can Prevent Kidney Stones (And Help You Sleep)

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.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Is Canola Oil Healthy? Here's What We Know

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.

focused man scooping powder into smoothie

Angelique H. Caffrey

Powdered Peanut Butter Isn't As Healthy As You Thought

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

Erin Marie

The Healthiest Popsicles To Stay Hydrated All Summer Long

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.

Erin Marie

Avoid Drinking Whole Milk If You Have This Medical Condition

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.

Smiling woman pouring glass of orange juice

Erin Marie

When You Drink Orange Juice For Breakfast, This Is What Happens To Your Cholesterol

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.

Beth Bradford

The Best Potassium-Rich Foods That Can Also Help You Poop Fast

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.

Beth Bradford

Your Early Death Risk Increases If You Don't Eat This Vegetarian Protein Source

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.

Beth Bradford

Expert Tips For Eating Out When You Have High Cholesterol

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

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Eating Potatoes Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Pressure

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.

Erin Marie

Breaking The Seal: Why Men Can't Stop Peeing After Going Once

It is a frustrating reality that almost every man who has ever visited a bar has experienced, but what is the science behind the dreaded breaking of the seal?

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Unhealthiest Store-Bought Greek Yogurts Have These Ingredients

Greek yogurt gets a huge thumbs-up for its health benefits. However, the unhealthiest store-bought Greek yogurts are often high in certain ingredients.

Beth Bradford

Science Says These Are The Best Foods To Eat If You Have Insomnia

People with insomnia might think of adding different foods to their diet to help them sleep. But does this strategy work? An expert shared their thoughts.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Foods You Should Avoid Eating If You Have High Cortisol

With certain health conditions come certain dietary restrictions - and having high cortisol is no exception. An expert shared the details with Health Digest.