Dietary Essentials - Health Digest

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Is Cold-Pressed Juice Actually Good For You?

Cold-pressed juice seems to be everywhere we look, especially in the world of social media. But is this health food trend actually good for us or just hype?

Kharissa Forte

These Healthy Swaps Can Replace Your Butter

From swapping French fries for vegetables to trading alcohol for healthier beverages, more people are looking to new options, and butter is no exception.

woman smiling big with a flower over one eye

Brynna Standen

How To Protect Your Teeth When Eating Acidic Foods

Tooth enamel can erode and, unlike skin or hair that regenerates, once enamel is gone, it's gone for good. Here is how to protect your enamel.

Candace McMillon-Dantley

Does Vitamin E Thin Your Blood?

Not having enough of a certain vitamin can lead to a deficiency, but having too much of a vitamin such as vitamin E can be just as detrimental to your health.

Zrinka Peters

Ultra-Pasteurized Versus Pasteurized Milk: Which Has A Better Nutritional Value?

Pasteurization of milk has been done for decades in the U.S., but which has a better nutritional value: ultra-pasteurized or pasteurized milk?

Eileen Conroy

Are Pre-Packaged Salad Mixes Good For You?

From the outside, bagged salads seem just as healthy as a regular salad minus the prep work. But are pre-packaged salad mixes good for you?

Kimberly Smith

Are Spinach Wraps Actually Good For You?

The benefits of spinach might give you the idea that a spinach wrap is a healthier choice when it comes to tortillas, but the truth is a different story.

Isabel Cohen

The Different Types Of Vegetarian Diets

When many people think of vegetarianism, they think of simply abstaining from eating meat. Here are the different types of vegetarian diets.

Zrinka Peters

How Long Does Chicken Last As A Leftover?

Your senses can actually give you a pretty good idea of whether it's time to toss your leftover chicken or not. Here is how long it will last in your fridge.

Robin Rothstein

When You Eat Too Much Trans Fat, This Is What Happens To You

Trans fats give good fats a bad rap. There is absolutely nothing good about trans fats. When you eat too much trans fat, this is what happens to you.

Erin Marie

Is It Safe To Put Garlic In Your Ear?

Garlic has antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory health benefits, but how safe is it to put a whole clove in your ear to treat infection?

Woman with worried look eating ice cream

Erin Marie

Does Ice Cream Expire?

When you store ice cream in the freezer, how long can it keep before it needs to be tossed? After all, ice cream is frozen by nature. So does it ever expire?

Kharissa Forte

Can Bananas Put You In A Better Mood?

Bananas are a great source of fiber and are loaded with antioxidants and amino acids that can help digestion, lower your risk of heart disease, and more.

Robin Rothstein

These Healthy Swaps Can Replace Your Peanut Butter

If you can't consume peanut butter due to food allergies, try these healthy nut and nut-free swaps to satisfy your nutty cravings.

Zrinka Peters

Are Potato Skins Good For You?

Potatoes are king of the vegetable world. We enjoy them as hash browns, french fries, or mashed, usually without skins. But are the skins good for your health?

Eileen Conroy

These Four Spices Will Elevate Your Gut Health

Gut health is a very important part of our overall health. But did you know certain spices can actually boost your gut health? Here's what they are.

Isabel Cohen

The Food That Will Help You Fall Asleep After An Evening Coffee

If you find you need a cup of coffee to power through a productive evening, but struggle to fall asleep when you want to, try eating this food to help.

Andra Picincu

What Are The Health Benefits Of Cantaloupe?

Cantaloupe is just as healthy as it is delicious. This favorite summertime fruit boasts lots of vitamin A, folate, copper, potassium, and beta-carotene.

Vincent Madrone

Tomatoes Have An Important Health Benefit For Men

Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants that support good health. Plus, they pack a powerful ingredient that can be especially beneficial to men.

Vincent Madrone

The Real Reason You Should Stop Eating Raw Oysters

Although there is a long culinary tradition of eating oysters raw, consumers might want to think twice before devouring them without cooking first.

Brynna Standen

Are Organic Frozen Foods Actually Good For You?

You may wonder if all those organic food labels in the frozen food aisle are worth it. Here are some important considerations the next time you shop.

Anne Taylor

This Is What Happens When You Drink Artificially Flavored Coffee Every Day

Here's what you should know about frequent trips to the coffee shop.

Eileen Conroy

How "Reverse Juicing" Can Amp Up Your Antioxidants

While there are many ways to boost your antioxidant levels, a technique called reverse juicing may help you get the most bang for your buck.

Vincent Madrone

The One Ingredient That Shouldn't Be In The Salsa You're Eating

Many of us are addicted to our favorite store-bought salsas, but did you know there's one ingredient that shouldn't be in the salsa you're eating?

Half eaten salmon filet on white plate on top of a wooden table

Erin Marie

How Long Does Cooked Fish Last As A Leftover?

There is a variety of health benefits to be gained from regularly eating fish, as it's high in protein, selenium, and vitamin D, while low in saturated fat.

Anne Taylor

The Unhealthy Mistake You Might Be Making When Cooking Pancakes

Here's what you should know about making pancakes for breakfast.

Vincent Madrone

These Healthy Swaps Can Replace Your Favorite Candy

Candy is hard to pass up, but the sugar within can be bad for your health. Here are some sweet alternatives to try instead.