Food - Health Digest

Pasta with tomato sauce, basil, parmesan

Andra Picincu

Tricks To Make Your Pasta Healthier

Pasta is a perennial favorite, but with lots of carbs and heavy sauces, it's not always the most nutritious. Here are some tricks to make your pasta healthier.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Unexpected Benefits Of Food Sequencing

The theory of food sequencing is that when you follow a certain order while eating, your blood glucose levels will not spike. Is this actually true?

Lisabeth Fauble

Unexpected Health Benefits Of Cilantro

Whether or not you love or hate cilantro, research has shown that this herb may help certain health conditions. Here are some unexpected benefits of cilantro.

Robin Rothstein

Breakfast Habits That Are Bad For Your Blood Sugar Levels

A healthy breakfast is important but many of us choose options that negatively affect our blood sugar. Read on to find out how your breakfast habits size up.

Sandy Masinter

The Healthiest Brands Of Yogurt You Can Eat

Yogurt is versatile and can be tasty and nutritious, but not all yogurts are created equal. We've rounded up a list of the healthiest brands to look for.

Catherine Caruso

Is It Dangerous To Eat Blue Cheese During Pregnancy?

When you're pregnant, there are a lot of things you can't do anymore, and that includes eating some of your favorite foods. Is blue cheese safe?

Meredith Cooper

Common Lunch Foods That Drain Your Energy

While lunch is an important meal to keep you going, if you're feeling sluggish in the afternoon, it could be that you've eaten foods that zap your energy.

Ariane Lang

Foods To Avoid If You Have An Iron Deficiency

You can easily treat iron deficiency anemia with iron supplementation. However, you might also want to be mindful of what you eat and when you eat it.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Unexpected Health Benefits Of Celery

It may not seem like celery has many superfood powers. But the science reveals there are many good reasons to add more of this crunchy vegetable to your diet.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Red Dragon Fruit Versus White Dragon Fruit: What's The Difference?

Red dragon fruit and white dragon fruit have several subtle physical differences as well as differences you should know about when it comes to your health.

Anthony Crutcher

Is It Possible To Be Allergic To Only Some Kinds Of Shellfish?

Like numerous other foods, seafood can cause allergic reactions in some people. Luckily when it comes to allergies, not all fish are the same.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Does Eating Food At High Temperatures Cause More Inflammation?

Undercooking foods can cause harm -- but so can overcooking foods. Cooking with high heat can trigger inflammation. Learn how to combat its effects.

Kimberly Smith

What Are The Health Benefits Of Wheat Germ?

Whether you're adding it to your yogurt for breakfast or sprinkling some onto your salad at lunch, wheat germ can provide a variety of health benefits.

Erin Marie

Does Eating Too Many Beets Cause Red Urine?

Beets are a nutritious addition to any meal. But can they really turn urine red and is it a cause for concern?

Ciara Turner-Ewert

The Health Benefits Of Shopping At A Farmers Market

Shopping at farmers markets not only supports the environment and local business but has a number of health benefits as well. Read on to learn more.

Jay Wilson

12 Foods To Avoid If You Have A Sesame Allergy

Though not as well-known as nuts, wheat, and milk, sesame is also a food allergy trigger. Here's a list of foods to avoid if you have a sesame allergy.

chemical composition of caffeine and beans

Jay Wilson

Foods You Never Expected Contain Caffeine

Caffeine can show up in a huge range of unexpected food and drink items. Here's a list of foods and beverages you never expected to contain caffeine.

Catherine Caruso

How Skipping Breakfast Takes A Toll On Children's Mental Health

Skipping breakfast in the morning might seem like no big deal, but it could be detrimental to children's mental health and psychosocial behavior.

Lauren Alexander

Tips To Help You Move Toward A Healthier Diet

So you want to eat healthier but don't know where to start? We've got your back with all the tips you'll need to move toward a more healthy diet.

Catherine Caruso

What You Need To Know About The Recent Wendy's E. Coli Outbreak

While the exact source of the multi-state E. coli outbreak is still unknown, experts say it is likely that Wendy's romaine lettuce is the culprit.

Amanda Vining

When You Eat Your Carbs Can Make All The Difference In Your Workout Routine

In order to power through a workout routine, most consume a healthy diet, including loading up on carbohydrates. In fact, this can make all the difference.

Jay Wilson

The Best And Worst Foods To Put Into A Juicer

So you want to start juicing but not quite sure which foods to use, right? No problem. We've got you covered with the best and worst foods to juice.

healthyNick

The Real Reason You Should Avoid Ordering Fish On Mondays At Restaurants

Here is why one of the most famous chefs and food journalists of all time — Anthony Bourdain — recommends avoiding ordering fish on Mondays at restaurants.

Tiffany Nicole

What Is The Leanest Type Of Meat?

Eating lean protein is a simple way to improve the quality of your meals and health. Learn which protein source is the healthiest option for you/

woman sitting on bed having the urge to pee

Jocelyn Solis-Moreira

7 Foods To Eat And 7 To Avoid For Bladder Health

If you struggle with issues like incontinence or UTIs, some changes to your diet might help. Here's what you should eat and avoid for a healthy bladder.

Andra Picincu

The Real Reason You're Craving Fried Food

Fried foods aren't exactly healthy for you. If you find yourself eating them a lot, try to figure out why you're craving fried foods -- and what to eat instead.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Four Ayurvedic Food Rules That Support Your Overall Health

Ayurveda is an ancient healing practice that originated in India. It's meant to promote the health of the mind and body from the inside out.