Nutrition

There's a swirl of negative health claims around coffee, some as old as time -- but how many of them are true? As it turns out, not that many.

Vitamin supplements can come with lots of different side effects. Keep reading to get all the details.

One colorful fruit that's constantly finding itself on a smoothie or cocktail menu is passion fruit. Luckily, the fruit contains a variety of health benefits.

Lectins are proteins found in many foods and plant sources. Since they may cause gut sensitivity and discomfort, are you better off eliminating them altogether?

Pumpkins are everywhere during fall. Find out if adding pumpkin to your diet can help to lower your blood sugar levels if you're a diabetic.

Most people know that diabetics need to monitor their blood sugar, but should they avoid all sugar? Find out if you need a zero-sugar diet with diabetes.

It's no surprise that some pregnant women might want to take zinc supplements, but is it safe to do so? Here's what you should know about zinc and pregnancy.

While sore throats are a common health complaint, there are plenty of at-home remedies to try. You may have tried honey or hot tea -- but what about hot sauce?

Chef, author, and restaurant owner Dan Churchill discusses healthy eating and the work he's doing with City Harvest to feed families and promote sustainability.

While eggnog is far from the healthiest drink in the world, there are some good reasons you may want to give the festive favorite a fair shot.

With the prostate being an important organ in the male body, it's crucial to keep it in a good state of health. Luckily, there are certain foods that can help.

Given the high caffeine content of energy drinks, it can be tempting to consider having one instead of coffee. But it may not be the wisest option.

Okay, so you've always wondered about the "best buy" dates on food packaging, right? Well, read on to discover the truth behind these confusing date stamps.

Anyone who's gone too long between meals knows that familiar rumbling of the stomach. But you may be shocked to hear your stomach growl even after you've eaten.

The consumption of alcohol can come with a variety of risks. Now, researchers are looking to see if drinking can cause strokes earlier on in life.

To find out people's preferred go-to healthy snack, we issued a survey to readers of Health Digest and asked them to select their favorite snack.

Utilizing the medicinal properties of plants is a tradition as old as mankind, and lemongrass is a particular favorite. Here's the benefits of lemongrass tea.

One type of fish that's always considered a healthy choice is salmon. But the amount of protein depends on what type of salmon you're eating.

If you have trouble falling asleep at night, someone may have recommended you try taking melatonin. But is it safe? Here's what you should know.

Peaches can be the perfect healthy addition to your favorite summer treat. But the fuzzy skin on a peach can cause a much-debated issue — should you peel it?

Many people are affected by dairy and food allergies. Though the brand takes care to label allergens, some surprising Chick-fil-A menu items contained dairy.

One of the most popular drinks on the market is the Celsius energy drink. But is this option actually good for you?

When attempting to follow a healthy diet, the phrase "eat in moderation" often gets raised. Here's what it actually means to eat in moderation.

Ditching meat can lead to healthy changes like lower rates of certain diseases, including heart disease and cancer. But could it also cause withdrawal symptoms?

If you are thinking of taking a prenatal vitamin and you are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you might want to think again. Here's why.

While it's easy to write off parsley as decoration, you may not know that it can come with some surprising side effects: some positive and some possibly unsafe.

Because multivitamins and supplements have become increasingly popular, Health Digest set out to determine which brands of vitamin supplements are most favored.