Nutrition - Health Digest

Jenna Demmer

Is Diet Soda Really Better Than Regular Soda?

What are healthy beverage options that taste just as good as regular soda? For many, this alternative is diet soda. But is diet soda really any healthier?

Tiffany Nicole

What Is The Master Cleanse Diet?

The Master Cleanse diet involves drinking only a lemonade made of water, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup for three to 10 days.

Catherine Caruso

Are Oats Gluten Free?

Oats are a popular and nutritious grain that can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or even as a topping, but are they gluten-free? Technically, yes —with exceptions.

Michelle Washmuth

What Happens To Your Body When You Forget Your Daily Vitamins

Many experts stress the importance of eating healthy foods in optimizing health, but if your diet sometimes suffers, multivitamins can help compensate.

Jenna Demmer

The Connection Between Diet And Hormones Explained

Consuming nutrients like healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids is one way to help manage hormones without pharmaceuticals.

Catherine Caruso

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Too Much Hot Sauce

How much hot sauce you can handle is a personal preference, but watch out for too much sodium, or negative side effects of thermogenesis.

Molly Hurford

The Real Difference Between Dairy-Free And Vegan Diets

You may be confused about the differences between eating a dairy-free diet, or being a dairy-free vegetarian or a vegan. But the three mean different things.

Maria Faller

The Truth About Lisa Rinna's 'Dirty Vegan' Diet

Rinna is one of the "dirty vegans" who sometimes eat animal products. The other type is those who eat processed food made from meat and/or dairy alternatives.

Catherine Caruso

Why Some Sugars Aren't Actually Vegan

Most people know that meat, fish, and dairy are not part of the standard vegan diet. Learn why some sugars also aren't vegan.

Man preparing to take sleep medication pills

Michelle Washmuth

The Real Reason Melatonin Can Make You Have Strange Dreams

Melatonin can affect your REM cycle, which is when you are most likely to have vivid dreams. Because of this, you might want to experiment with dosage.

woman staring cautiously at slices of bread

Lauren DeMello

How Gluten Intolerance May Be Linked To Genetics

Genetics may provide clues as to why some carry a pathogenic intolerance to gluten or develop celiac disease.

Agnes Erickson

The Health Benefits Of Oranges Explained

This in-demand fruit is packed with nutrition and contains 100 percent of the recommended daily value of vitamin C.

Molly Hurford

The Real Difference Between Micros And Macros

Micronutrients and macronutrients play important roles in your overall nutrition. Here's what you need to know to understand the difference.

a large saute pan of tomato sauce and raw tomatoes surrounding it

Lauren DeMello

Raw Versus Cooked Tomatoes: Which One Is Better For You?

Cooked tomatoes have more of beneficial nutrients like lycopene and naringenin, but don't tend to have as much vitamin C as the raw ones.

Woman holding glass of water and fish oil supplement

Nicole LaMarco

The Real Difference Between Fish Oil And Krill Oil Supplements

Fish oil and krill oil are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Here's a comparison of other health benefits of each.

Molly Hurford

Surprising Side Effects Of Taking Iron Supplements

Iron supplements can cause stomach troubles and more-serious symptoms. Getting iron via whole foods is one way to avoid these negative effects.

Michelle Washmuth

Why Eating Cashews Could Be More Risky Than You Think

Cashews have grown exponentially in popularity, as a dairy-free cream replacement and nut butter, but can be risky if not consumed in the correct form.

Maria Faller

What Eating Too Many Leafy Greens Does To Your Body

Consuming too many leafy greens can result in an excess of fat-soluble vitamin K, which can be dangerous, as well as gastrointestinal symptoms.

Allaya Cooks-Campbell

Here's Why You Should Start Drinking More Bone Broth

People credit bone broth with all sorts of benefits. It's said to be good for your bones, skin, immune system, and gut health. But how much of that is true?

Sparkling pink raspberry lemonade on dark background

Nicole LaMarco

Here's What "Natural Flavors" Really Means

When you see "natural flavors" on a food label, you're probably thinking about lemons or vanilla, but that is not what it means.

Jorie Mark

This Is The Worst Day Of The Week To Start A Diet

Studies show which day of the week is the worst for starting a diet.

Molly Hurford

The Real Reason A High-Carb Vegan Diet Could Help You Lose Weight

Shifting to a low-fat, plant-based diet may help you lose weight, according to a new study.

A woman with one arm up inspecting an under arm sweat stain

A. Sooter

Science Says Eating This Can Make You Smell Better

Researchers found that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables makes sweat smell better.

Maria Faller

Does The Biggest Loser Diet Actually Work?

The Biggest Loser TV show capitalized on its success by creating an at-home version, by way of diet books, fitness DVDs, and even protein powder.

Andra Picincu

This Is What Happens When You Eat Too Much Broccoli

Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse, but it could harm your health when consumed in excess. This is what happens when you eat too much broccoli.

Nicole LaMarco

The Real Health Benefits Of Lemons

Lemons are often seen as a superfood because they have some real health benefits. The health benefits of lemon include heart health and kidney stone prevention.

Anne Taylor

The Unexpected Benefit Of Adding Baking Soda To Your Baked Beans

Baked beans are delicious, but they can make some people gassy after eating. Here's how baking soda can help.