Food

Certain foods develop a "health halo" around them — no matter what context they're being used in, people assume they are healthy.

Research shows that the reasons behind 'boredom eating' are more complex than just badly-formed habits.

Chinese food is one of America's favorite types of cuisine, but many dishes are incredibly unhealthy. Here are some of the ones you'll want to avoid.

A new study has determined that consuming a high-protein meal before a workout can suppress hunger and fuel fat-oxidation.

Spoiled meat is more susceptible to harboring pathogenic bacteria.

We know this might be heartbreaking, but you might want to think twice before you choose deli meat. This is why you might want to skip the deli meat.

Recently, experts have agreed that the entire egg has tremendous health benefits.

You may have noticed that you feel better -- or worse -- after giving up red meat. Let's take a look at what happens when you stop eating burgers and steaks.

That breakfast is the "most important meal of the day" is an adage that seems to be well-rooted in scientific fact.

While cinnamon is a delicious spice, it can also have some surprising side effects if you eat too much of it. This is how much cinnamon you should really eat.

If you're one of those people who like to sneak a grape or blueberry at the grocery store before filling your bag, here's another reason why you shouldn't.

Mindful eating is something that has been lost in the hurry of everyday life.

Onions are versatile and delicious — turns out that they're good for you, too.

America's appetite for Mexican food is insatiable, but many of these foods contain double if not triple the calories and fat you'd find in many other foods.

Not sure what to eat on the keto diet? For optimal weight loss and health benefits, you will want to stick to these foods when you're on the ketogenic plan.

Before we head into our kitchens to zap last night's leftovers, is it possible we are making our dinner less healthy by reheating it in this go-to method?

For decades, it has been suggested that leaner white meats are healthier than red meats, but new research has people swapping their chicken breasts for chickpeas.

Most people are fans of potatoes in some form. Whether mashed, baked, or cut into french fries, this starchy vegetable has long been a staple of diets worldwide. But what if you're following the keto diet? Are potatoes allowed, and if so, how often?

Vitamin D deficiency is incredibly common. Thankfully, though, you can increase your intake by eating these foods.

A portion of the population hankers for burnt food, including things like popcorn, meat, charred vegetables, burnt marshmallows, and more. This is what it really means when you crave burnt food and what that could mean for your health.

Conventional wisdom says eating before bed is bad for you. Although this isn't quite so cut and dry, there are foods you'll want to avoid eating before bed.

Sprouted potatoes are still good to eat, with certain prep and precaution.

Microwave popcorn is one of the most beloved American snacks, but you may want to change your mind about eating so much microwave popcorn. Microwave popcorn may contain harmful chemicals and flavorings, which puts your health at risk if you regularly enjoy the buttery, salty snack food.

Fiber is an essential part of our diet, but for the most part, Americans simply aren't getting enough every day. Whether you get it from beans, Brussels sprouts, fruit, or oats, this is how much fiber you really need to eat every day for a healthy digestive system.

From pumpkin pie to pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin is a key ingredient in a variety of seasonal drinks and desserts. But did you know that pumpkin is also linked to a surprising number of health benefits?

There's one huge reason fermented foods are good for you. The process that goes into making fermented foods promotes the growth of live microorganisms called probiotics, which are vital for good digestion and make give you nutritional benefits.

One part of Thanksgiving get-togethers that's just about as traditional as turkey and all the trimmings is a post-meal nap. But why do you feel so tired after eating turkey? Nutritionists claim that the l-tryptophan in turkey is not what is making you so tired. This food might be the culprit.