Food - Health Digest

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Angelique H. Caffrey

3 Easy Food Hacks To Lower High Blood Pressure Fast

Lowering high blood pressure can be a struggle if you don't know where to start. In an exclusive Health Digest interview, an expert shares 3 quick food hacks.

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Ariane Lang

The Healthiest Cheeses You Can Eat (And Surprising Benefits Of Each)

Not all cheeses are created equal. As it turns out, there are certain types of this popular dairy food that may offer you some unique health benefits.

Beth Bradford

America's Unhealthiest Burger Isn't From McDonald's, According To A New Report

A team compared the nutritional information for each cheeseburger found at common fast food restaurants, including McDonald's. Here is what they found.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Popular Red Meats That Are Lowest In Cholesterol

Fond of eating red meat but worried about keeping your cholesterol levels low? According to an expert, there are easily available, low-cholesterol options.

smiling woman in kitchen using coconut oil for food

Angelique H. Caffrey

Should You Avoid Eating Coconut Oil If You Have High Cholesterol?

Coconut oil is getting a lot of attention for its health benefits, but is it safe to consume if you have high cholesterol levels? An expert gives her thoughts.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Does This Underrated Oil Lower High Cholesterol And Blood Pressure At The Same Time? Here's What We Know

The use of black seed oil is said to lower high cholesterol levels and blood pressure, per research. An expert shared their thoughts on this with Health Digest.

Angelique H. Caffrey

What Happens To Your Cholesterol When You Follow The Carnivore Diet

If you've heard of the carnivore diet, you know it involves eating animal-based foods, which are high in saturated fat. So, how does it affect your cholesterol?

man shopping for cheese in dairy aisle of store

Angelique H. Caffrey

What Is The Healthiest Cheese You Can Eat? It Depends

If you you're looking to find the healthiest cheese you can eat, there are several choices that may be for you, depending on your own personal needs

Melissa Szaro

10 Egg Health Myths We Thought Were True But Aren't

Eggs are an ever-popular food, so it's not surprising that there are a lot of misconceptions about them. It's time to crack some of these myths wide open.

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Beth Bradford

What Happens If You Eat Lead-Contaminated Cinnamon

Some brands of cinnamon have been found to be contaminated with lead. Here's what to know about how using these brands could affect your health.

Beth Bradford

The Best Way To Eat Sweet Potatoes To Reduce Your Kidney Stone Risk

Sweet potatoes are high in a substance that can increase your kidney stone risk. However, they're very healthy and a simple dietary change can protect you.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Here Are The 3 Worst Eating Habits For Your Metabolism

Less-than-ideal eating habits could be sabotaging your weight maintenance attempts. An expert shares the three worst ones in an interview with Health Digest.

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Angelique H. Caffrey

The Underrated Fruit That Can Reduce Your Risk Of Painful Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are a pain to deal with, literally and figuratively. But according to an expert, eating this common fruit can minimize your risk of having them.

Woman smiling while eating avocado toast

Tanya Sharma

7 Unexpected Risks Of Eating Avocado (Especially If You Have These Medical Conditions)

In terms of their taste and nutritional value, you can rarely go wrong with avocados. However, there are certain cases where you'd want to avoid eating them.

Angelique H. Caffrey

Science Says This Is The Healthiest Way To Cook Bacon

According to science, what's the best way to cook bacon with as little guilt as possible? Here's what a nutritionist dietitian told Health Digest.

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Beth Bradford

Eating Brussels Sprouts Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol

Despite the fact that many people hate them, Brussels sprouts have several health benefits. They can also have an unexpected effect on your cholesterol.

woman's hands cracking egg into saucepan

Angelique H. Caffrey

How Many Eggs You Should Be Eating If You're Over 50

Should you be setting a hard limit on your daily egg consumption once you hit 50 years of age? A sports dietitian shares his thoughts in an exclusive interview.

Beth Bradford

Eat This Type Of Protein To Naturally Lower High Cholesterol

If you're looking for foods you can eat to naturally lower your high cholesterol, our expert says this protein source is one that you won't want to overlook.

Beth Bradford

Eat More Eggs If You Have These Age-Related Concerns

As we age, worries about our health become more common. If you have these specific age-related concerns, you'll want to eat more eggs, according our expert.

Mikael Angelo Francisco

When You Eat Pasta Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Cholesterol

If you're a pasta fan, you'll want to think twice before adding your favorite dishes to your daily diet. As it turns out, they may affect your cholesterol.

Woman smiling while eating a spoonful of peanut butter

Tanya Sharma

When You Stop Eating Peanut Butter, This Is What Happens To Your Body

Can you imagine what it would be like if you decided, one day, to totally eliminate peanut butter from your diet? It may affect your body in shocking ways.

Nancy Schimelpfening

What You're Really Sucking On When Chewing A Stick Of Gum

Chewing gum is known to have certain controversial ingredients. We asked a nutrition expert to explain what they are and whether they are bad for your health.

father with daughter choosing chicken parts at the store

Angelique H. Caffrey

This Piece Of Chicken Has The Most Cholesterol Per Serving

Having a heart-healthy diet doesn't mean removing delicious food like chicken from your diet. You should be wary, though, of consuming high-cholesterol foods.

middle-aged couple having lunch at a cafe

Beth Bradford

Here's What You Should Eat When You're Over 50 To Reduce Depression Later In Life

With aging comes a shift in one's nutritional needs to protect their overall health. When you pass 50 years of age, this type of food can help fight depression.

Beth Bradford

Honey Might Have An Unexpected Effect On This Common Type Of Cancer

Honey adds that subtle touch of sweetness to your tea, toast, or pancakes. It can also have health effects such as potentially treating a common type of cancer.

people linked up ordering at Panda Express

Nancy Schimelpfening

The Unhealthiest Foods You Can Order From Panda Express

American Chinese food can be high in both fat and sugar. We asked Registered Dietitian Angel Luk to share what are the most unhealthy foods at Panda Express.

Beth Bradford

This Underrated Breakfast Cereal Can Help Lower High Cholesterol (And It's Not Oatmeal)

When you think of lowering your high cholesterol, oatmeal might first come to mind. However, there's another breakfast cereal that can get the job done too.