Nutrition - Health Digest

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Ruth Clark

Surprising Uses For Eggs

Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse, providing essential vitamins and minerals, but did you know they have surprising uses for household and personal care?

Kristen Carli

Quinoa Black Bean Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Whether you're looking for new ways to enjoy #MeatlessMonday or you're adhering to a vegan diet, it's hard to go wrong with this recipe for stuffed peppers.

AnnaMarie Houlis

What Really Happens To Your Body When You Eat Red Meat Every Day

There's no denying that red meat is delicious, but eating too much of it can have consequences. Here's a look at what really happens when you eat it daily.

Jenna Demmer

Apples Versus Oranges: Which One Is Healthier?

Both apples and oranges offer unique health benefits, but which fruit is healthier? Here's how they compare in terms of their nutritional value.

Janelle Cox

What Happens To Your Body When You Drink Celery Juice

Celery juice -- made by blending and straining celery -- is packed with vitamins and minerals. But what happens when you drink celery juice every day?

Lana Barhum

Why Your Body Won't Be The Same After The DASH Diet

The DASH diet boasts a whole host of health benefits. And in more ways than one, your body won't be the same after embarking on the eating plan.

Eileen Conroy

The Best Time Of Day To Take Zinc Supplements

Zinc is an important mineral that helps your body function and thrive. But should you take it at a certain time of day to maximize its efficiency?

Eileen Conroy

How To Get Through The Infant Formula Shortage

The infant formula shortage has many parents fearing they won't be able to feed their babies. Here are some tips on how to get through the shortage.

Eileen Conroy

The Vitamins You Need If You Have Anxiety

Managing anxiety in our daily lives can feel very challenging at times. But studies suggest certain vitamins may be able to help. Here's what they are.

Agnes Erickson

Can Drinking Lemon Water Lower Blood Pressure?

We might have a thing or two to learn from all those fancy spas that serve their clients limitless glasses of ice cold lemon water.

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Hannah Gordon

Everything Beginners Should Know About Going Plant-Based

Going plant-based doesn't have to be all-or-nothing. Anyone interested in trying a plant-based diet will be happy to know that they are highly customizable.

Erin Marie

Registered Dietitian Explains When Too Much Protein Can Become A Problem

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, registered dietitian Jamie Feit weighed in on when consuming excessive amounts of protein can be a problem.

Ruth Clark

The Real Reason You Feel Tired After Taking Vitamins

Vitamins can be a great way to get additional nutrition support. But what if they make you feel sub-optimal and fatigued? Here's why that may happen to you.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

The Real Reason You Should Avoid Bread Baskets At Restaurants

Breadbaskets in restaurants may be hard to resist. Especially if you're so hungry, you can't wait for your meal. But this is why you should think twice.

Kimberly Smith

The Healthiest Gluten-Free Flour Alternatives

Being diagnosed with a gluten sensitivity can make cooking and baking difficult. But don't give up just yet. Here's a list of healthy gluten-free flours to try.

Molly Hurford

What Is The Nordic Diet?

Like the popular Mediterranean diet, the Nordic diet is a healthy way of eating, with a focus on local, sustainable foods found in Scandinavian countries.

Miriam Hahn

Healthy Stir Fry Recipe

Stir-fries are a great dinner option as they are endlessly versatile. This particular version is veggie-forward, meaning it's loaded with nutrients.

Zrinka Peters

Why A Plant-Based Diet Is Different From Going Vegan

It can be confusing to tell the difference between a vegan and plant-based diet? Here's a guide to the different recommendations and restrictions.

Molly Hurford

How Meal Prepping Really Helps You Lose Weight

Preparing your meals for the week could benefit your health. This is how meal prepping really helps you lose weight and make smart food choices.

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Ashley Welch

You Should Avoid These Foods If You're Giving Blood

Giving blood can save lives, but can cause side effects like anemia and fatigue. Here's what you should eat before donating blood to help prevent these issues.

Andra Picincu

Is Vitamin Water Actually Good For You?

Vitamin water has been advertised as a healthier alternative to sodas, but is it actually good for you? Read on to learn more.

Jorie Mark

What The Soup Diet Really Does To Your Body

While many turn to soup diets like the cabbage soup diet, ketogenic soup diet, and seven-day broth diet for quick weight loss, they can have an effect.

Beth Bradford

Does Licorice Tea Help Reduce Menopausal Hot Flashes?

Though people don't have periods in menopause, perimenopause can often bring uncomfortable symptoms. Those who have hot flashes might consider licorice tea.

Jay Wilson

12 Foods To Eat For A Healthier Colon

The colon is a crucial part of the digestive tract, and certain foods you eat can help keep this organ healthy and functioning. Read on for more.

Molly Hurford

Can You Eat Fruit On The Keto Diet?

While the keto diet restricts carbohydrates while emphasizing fat intake, is it possible to still eat fruit, which is very carb-heavy normally?

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Unexpected Side Effects Of Eating Sunflower Seeds

Dry roasted or raw, sunflower seeds are both delicious and nutritious. If that doesn't scream eat me, these unexpected health benefits surely will.

Molly Hurford

Surprising Health Benefits Of Chocolate Milk

There's good news for anyone who misses an old-fashioned glass of chocolate milk -- this childhood treat may have more nutritional benefits than you'd think.