Dietary Essentials

As people age, it can be difficult to get enough of certain nutrients, including this mineral which may protect against heart attacks, strokes, and dementia.

Would you believe that there's a specific (and less popular) fruit juice that's said to be able to simultaneously burn fat, lower blood sugar, and stop illness?

If you lift weights, you may know about creatine's role in providing energy for muscles. But did you know that it may also help when you are sleep deprived?

Adding vegetables to your diet provides a wide array of health benefits. One specific vegetable can benefit you in two major ways, according to research.

According to Donald Trump, he intentionally refrains from drinking alcohol. As it turns out, this conscious decision has basis in scientific fact.

While adding a stick of Liquid I.V. to a glass of water can help meet your hydration needs, drinking too much could be bad for your heart. Here's what to know.

Because of the size difference, you might be tempted to buy a dozen jumbo eggs instead of the regular ones. But will you really get more extra protein per egg?

Are you planning to go on a 7-day juice cleanse to flush toxins out of your body? Some unexpected things might happen, and not just about food cravings.

Eggs are a mainstay on many breakfast tables across the world. But there's an underrated ingredient that you can add to them to boost their protein content.

The amount of protein in one whole pound of ground beef might surprise you. The consequences of eating it all in one sitting can be quite surprising, too.

If you spot white spots on the top of your bread, you'll want to think twice about eating it. It could pose this important risk to your health.

Drinking fruit juice can have an impact on your risk of having a stroke, but why is this so? We asked an expert to explain how the two are connected.

While we often think of breads as containing carbs, sourdough bread also has a unexpected amount of protein; and it's good for your health in other ways.

Eggs possess enough nutrients to justify their inclusion in your daily diet. Specifically, egg whites may have an unexpected effect on your kidney health.

High cholesterol can lead to heart disease and stroke. However, eating more of this vitamin-rich legume can help lower your cholesterol levels.

Cruciferous vegetables make a great addition to any diet. In an exclusive interview, a health expert talks about one that may benefit your blood pressure.

Skipping breakfast could affect your cholesterol, however, the expert we consulted says this might not necessarily be as bad as you would think.

According to our expert, apple cider is rich in compounds that could be beneficial to your prostate health. Here's what to know about this fruity beverage.

Eggs are nutritious and can be a great part of your diet even if you have high blood pressure. Here's how experts say you should be cooking them.

With many varieties of squash available, it might be tough to choose among them. Consider this one if you want to lower your blood pressure and blood sugar.

Many people will consume egg whites to add more protein to their diet without adding fat or cholesterol, but you don't want to count out the yolk just yet.

There are different varieties of commercially available apple juice that you can easily purchase. But one specific kind may have a unique health benefit.

If you make pear juice a part of your diet every day, it can have some surprising benefits. But does it also have an unexpected effect on your blood pressure?

While dairy is a well-known source of calcium, this vegetable is also a good source and it may even protect you against two types of cancer.

According to an expert, there's a specific vegetable that can give you not one, but three important health benefits if you make it a part of your regular diet.

If you eat tuna often, it can have an effect on your cholesterol; but there is one important risk that you'll want to consider when choosing which tuna to buy.

You may enjoy fast food -- from the occasional french fry to a chicken sandwich -- but even some restaurant staff avoid these unhealthy items. Here's why.