Food - Health Digest

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Angelique H. Caffrey

Eating Pita Bread Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol (But There's A Catch)

Pita bread (with its handy pocket and foldability) can be a great meal addition. It could have positive cholesterol results, too, if you eat the right type.

A woman eating a healthy breakfast from a bowl

Beth Bradford

This High-Fiber Breakfast Can Get Your Body 'Moving' Like Coffee Does

What you eat at breakfast can influence the ease of your bowel movements. This option, which is high in fiber, may have a similar effect as coffee.

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Beth Bradford

One Of The Healthiest Vegetables For Your Gut Can Also Prevent Cancer Growth

Adding vegetables to your diet provides a wide array of health benefits. One specific vegetable can benefit you in two major ways, according to research.

Angelique H. Caffrey

How Much Extra Protein Is In A Jumbo Egg (And Are They Worth Buying For Your Health?)

Because of the size difference, you might be tempted to buy a dozen jumbo eggs instead of the regular ones. But will you really get more extra protein per egg?

woman and man couple making egg breakfast

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Underrated Breakfast Ingredient You Should Add To Eggs For Extra Protein

Eggs are a mainstay on many breakfast tables across the world. But there's an underrated ingredient that you can add to them to boost their protein content.

A woman patting out four hamburgers on a cutting board

Beth Bradford

What Happens When You Eat A Whole Pound Of Ground Beef (And How Much Protein You'll Get)

The amount of protein in one whole pound of ground beef might surprise you. The consequences of eating it all in one sitting can be quite surprising, too.

Amanda Chatel

Why The White Spots On Top Of A Loaf Of Bread Could Pose A Risk To Your Health

If you spot white spots on the top of your bread, you'll want to think twice about eating it. It could pose this important risk to your health.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Drinking Too Much Fruit Juice Has A Little-Known Effect On Your Stroke Risk

Drinking fruit juice can have an impact on your risk of having a stroke, but why is this so? We asked an expert to explain how the two are connected.

woman in bakery selecting sourdough bread

Beth Bradford

Sourdough Bread Has An Unexpected Amount Of Protein

While we often think of breads as containing carbs, sourdough bread also has a unexpected amount of protein; and it's good for your health in other ways.

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Amanda Chatel

Eating Egg Whites Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Kidney Health

Eggs possess enough nutrients to justify their inclusion in your daily diet. Specifically, egg whites may have an unexpected effect on your kidney health.

A woman eating a healthy bowl of food while

Beth Bradford

One Of Your Favorite Green Legumes Is High In A Vitamin That Can Naturally Lower Cholesterol

High cholesterol can lead to heart disease and stroke. However, eating more of this vitamin-rich legume can help lower your cholesterol levels.

woman looking at produce in grocery market

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Cruciferous Vegetable That Can Lower Blood Pressure And Reduce Your Cancer Risk At The Same Time

Cruciferous vegetables make a great addition to any diet. In an exclusive interview, a health expert talks about one that may benefit your blood pressure.

A man looking at his watch while drinking coffee

Beth Bradford

What Happens To Your Cholesterol When You Skip Breakfast

Skipping breakfast could affect your cholesterol, however, the expert we consulted says this might not necessarily be as bad as you would think.

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Angelique H. Caffrey

The Healthiest Way To Cook Eggs If You Have High Blood Pressure

Eggs are nutritious and can be a great part of your diet even if you have high blood pressure. Here's how experts say you should be cooking them.

A woman deciding which squash to buy at the market

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Popular Winter Squash That Can Lower Blood Pressure And Blood Sugar At The Same Time

With many varieties of squash available, it might be tough to choose among them. Consider this one if you want to lower your blood pressure and blood sugar.

Beth Bradford

The Amount Of Protein In An Egg Yolk Might Surprise You

Many people will consume egg whites to add more protein to their diet without adding fat or cholesterol, but you don't want to count out the yolk just yet.

a woman looking through vegetables in the produce section

Beth Bradford

The Vegetable With The Most Calcium Can Also Protect You From Two Types Of Cancer

While dairy is a well-known source of calcium, this vegetable is also a good source and it may even protect you against two types of cancer.

Beth Bradford

One Of The Healthiest Vegetables You Can Eat Will Boost Heart Health, Improve Sleep, And Help You Poop

According to an expert, there's a specific vegetable that can give you not one, but three important health benefits if you make it a part of your regular diet.

Beth Bradford

What Happens To Your Cholesterol When You Eat Canned Tuna Every Day (And The Risk You Shouldn't Ignore)

If you eat tuna often, it can have an effect on your cholesterol; but there is one important risk that you'll want to consider when choosing which tuna to buy.

Lauren Cahn

Unhealthy Fast Food Items That Even The Staff Refuses To Eat

You may enjoy fast food -- from the occasional french fry to a chicken sandwich -- but even some restaurant staff avoid these unhealthy items. Here's why.

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Unique Type Of Pasta That Has More Protein Than Eggs

Is it possible that a type of pasta would have more protein than eggs? Yes - but as an expert told us, there are a couple of considerations to think about.

A woman sitting on her kitchen counter eating salad

Beth Bradford

The Unpopular Vegetable You Should Be Eating To Protect Against Cancer

While many people don't often eat this vegetable, maybe they should. Studies say compounds found in it could help protect you against certain cancers.

A woman smiling while eating peanut butter from a jar

Tanya Sharma

Everything That's Not Healthy About Low-Fat Peanut Butter

Low-fat peanut butter sounds like a healthier alternative to regular peanut butter, and is usually marketed as such. But surprisingly, it can be unhealthy, too.

Amanda Chatel

The Popular Berry That Can Help Prevent UTIs (Hint: Its Not Cranberry)

Cranberry is usually the first fruit that comes to mind for most when talking about urinary tract infections. But it's not the only berry that helps with UTIs.

A woman smiling as she's eating a salad at a restaurant

Beth Bradford

The Dining Habit You Should Break If You Have High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure can leave you at risk for heart attack, stroke, and dementia. However, our expert says breaking this dining habit can help reduce your risk.

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Underrated Bread That Can Lower Cholesterol And Blood Sugar At The Same Time

A registered dietitian says this type of bread may be able to help simultaneously lower both cholesterol levels and blood sugar readings. Here's what to know.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Eating Cranberry Beans Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Pressure

Cranberry beans aren't the most popular "cranberry," but they may have an unexpected effect on your blood pressure levels if you consume them every day.