Food

Running a 5K can be an exhilarating experience that benefits your mind and body. Here's what you should eat before a 5K run so you can perform at your peak.

Pomegranate seeds are high in antioxidants, fiber, magnesium, vitamin E, and polyunsaturated fat acids, but could cause some digestive issues.

Pizza Hut may not always be the best choice for healthy eating. However, there are some healthier options on their menu that won't completely derail your diet.

Maple syrup is an all-natural product that many people use in place of sugar for sweetening. But does being natural make it a healthier alternative to sugar?

Many people cut out the core of the pineapple and throw it away due to its fibrous nature. But should you actually be eating the pineapple core?

What happens if you're accustomed to eating milk and cheese, then go cold turkey? Some say you go through withdrawal. Is there any evidence behind this claim?

Sourdough is a bread with a unique taste. Taste aside, however, you might wonder if sourdough has any health benefits. The answer may surprise you.

Bananas are known for their nutritional benefits as a quick on-the-go snack. But hidden behind the vitamin-rich reputation are some risks to overeating them.

The terms "portion size" and "serving size" may get used interchangeably, but they aren't the same thing. Learn which one matters the most for your health.

Food cravings affect nearly 90% of the population and can clue us into what our body needs. What does it mean when you crave something specific, like shellfish?

Bagels are a popular, convenient morning breakfast — and even plain bagels are delicious. But are bagels bad for you? And what about the "healthy" ones?

Whether scrambled, over easy, in an omelet, or on a sandwich, many people enjoy bacon and eggs for breakfast. But do the health benefits match the popularity?

Some people fear that by cooking broccoli, the health benefits are lost in the process. Should you be eating raw broccoli vs. cooked broccoli more often?

The probiotics found in yogurt can reduce the symptoms associated with inflammatory bowel disease while also strengthening the immune system.

It's hard to escape processed foods. Still, some devastating things can happen to your body when you skip whole foods and stick with ultra-processed treats.

As long-term high sodium intake can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, identifying foods that contain too much is an important endeavor.

You might be low on energy because you're lacking any number of nutrients. Start eating these foods, and you might just ditch that sluggish feeling.

No plant-based food has divided the world quite like the humble soybean, with just as many articles warning against it as there are singing its praises.

Here's a look at what many dietitians, athletes, doctors, and all-around healthy people eat for breakfast.

While it is vital for people with celiac disease to go gluten free, should everyone try the diet? Here's what you should know about cutting out gluten.

Some food combinations -- even seemingly healthy ones -- likely do not sit well with your stomach. Here's a look at some of them, plus why it happens.

For years, Julianne Hough has stuck to one tried-and-true post-workout meal: a protein-packed recovery shake.

You can beat your salt cravings with a little practice and some clever substitutions. If potato chips are always on your mind, try these foods instead.

Carbs aren't just found in bread and pasta. Here's a look at some foods that have way more carbs than you probably realized.

When you hear about health foods, or superfoods, the usual — spinach, kale, avocado — may come to mind. However, you shouldn't sleep on these underrated foods.

Knowing which foods are healthy is harder than it sounds (we're looking at you, coconut oil). Fear not, we've compiled a list of the trickiest intimidators.

Despite some nutritious benefits, but consumption (or over-consumption) of soy products is not entirely without risk in certain cases. Learn more here.