Dietary Essentials - Health Digest

Robin Rothstein

Is Propel Water Good For You?

Replenishing and rehydrating your body after exercise. One popular method is to consume a sports drink like Propel water. But is Propel water good for you?

Candace McMillon-Dantley

Is It Safe To Drink Alcohol While Taking Diabetes Medication?

People with diabetes on medication to control glucose levels and treat high blood pressure or high cholesterol could put themselves at risk by drinking alcohol.

Anne Taylor

How Much Sugar Is In Whole Wheat Bread?

Whole wheat bread is a healthier option than white bread, but it still contains some sugar.

Vincent Madrone

What Defines A Food Swamp?

Food swamps are areas where there are more fast food and unhealthy eating options than healthy ones. Unfortunately, this impacts the health of many people.

Candace McMillon-Dantley

The Vitamins You Need If You Have Dry Eyes

You may think that your dry eyes come from looking at your phone for too long, but they could be the result of not getting enough of the right vitamins.

Kharissa Forte

How Many Carbs Can You Eat On The Keto Diet?

With keto being the top food-related search term in 2020, it is time to discuss what this diet is, its effects, and how many carbs you are asked to eat.

Kharissa Forte

Are ZOA Energy Drinks Good For You?

The media may have you buzzing about Dwayne Johnson's energy drink called ZOA. While the drink claims many health benefits, are they actually healthy?

Niko Vercelletto

Turkey Bacon Versus Regular Bacon: Which Is Better For Your Cholesterol?

Since bacon is so delicious, people are naturally seeking healthier alternatives, and one of these is turkey bacon. Is turkey bacon as healthy as it seems?

Niko Vercelletto

Is It Possible To Be Allergic To Sugar?

Food allergies are common. With sugar found in so many foods, including fruit, milk, ketchup, even cold medicine, being allergic to sugar could be challenging.

Anne Taylor

Is Raw Fish Good For You?

Should you avoid raw fish or is it okay to eat?

Anne Taylor

Fish Oil Versus Eating Fish: Which Is Better For Heart Health?

Here's which option is better for your heart health.

Kharissa Forte

This Is Why Women Should Start Eating More Beets

Beets are bright, purplish-red root vegetables that are just as vital to good health as they are vibrant. Here's why women should start eating more beets.

Catherine Caruso

The Truth About Diet Sprays

Do diet sprays, or mouth sprays that contain active ingredients meant to help people lose weight, really work?

Molly Hurford

How Well Your Diet Really Works After One Year

If your weight loss has recently plateaued despite following a diet that seemed to work well for a time, you're not alone.

Woman feeling tired due to electrolyte imbalances

Andra Picincu

You're Not Getting Enough Chloride If This Happens To You

Along with magnesium, sodium, potassium, and other electrolytes, chloride regulates your body's pH and fluid balance, making it critical to your diet.

Andra Picincu

Is Cornbread Bad For You?

Cornbread has been a Southern comfort food for centuries, but is this gluten-free baked good bad for your health? Here's what you need to know.

Vincent Madrone

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

Potato chips are a delicious snack. But a single serving contains one ingredient that's bad for your health and a single serving contains far too much of it.

Woman drinking a cup of coffee in the kitchen

Andra Picincu

What Is Acrylamide And Is It Bad If You See It In Your Coffee?

Drinking just 3-4 cups of java per day is enough to reap the benefits. Even so, there is some concern regarding acrylamide in coffee.

young black woman with afro and sunglasses eating french fries

Kharissa Forte

These Healthy Swaps Can Replace Your French Fries

If you love French fries but can't imagine giving them up for the sake of a healthy diet, don't fret. These healthy swaps may be your new favorite side dish.

Eileen Conroy

What It Really Means When You Feel Hungover Without Drinking Alcohol

Do you have hangover symptoms without any of the partying beforehand? Here are a few reasons why you may experience this kind of discomfort without alcohol.

Isabel Cohen

Avoid This Kind Of Cereal If You Have Diabetes

If you love breakfast foods, like cereal, and have diabetes, there are some options that are better than others. Here's how to choose the right kind for you.

Vincent Madrone

If This Happens To Your Eyes, It Could Be A Sign Of Malnutrition

While a lack of vitamins and minerals will not change your eye color, it can lead to a variety of problems when it comes to your eye health.

Happy middle-aged couple dancing together in the kitchen, preparing food

Ruth Clark

The Vitamins You Should Be Taking In Your 40s

With age comes more needs and additional responsibility, and that includes focusing on our health. Here are some vitamins to consider in your 40s.

Catherine Caruso

Is 'Keto' Bread Actually Keto-Friendly?

Regular bread often contains too many net carbs per slice to be included in the keto diet, but keto-friendly bread is low-carb and high in fiber and protein.

Emily Rhode

Why You Should Think Twice Before Taking Keto Diet Pills

The controversial ketogenic diet has been used to lose weight quickly by depriving the body of carbohydrates, and now there are keto diet pills.

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Agnes Erickson

Does The Keto Diet Really Give You Bad Breath?

Though it is temporary (thank the dieting gods), the keto diet has been known to cause some pretty stinky breath.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat A Mango Every Day

Mangoes are not only delicious, but they can be a healthy addition to your daily diet. Here are a few health benefits you can expect from the tropical fruit.