Dietary Essentials - Health Digest

Anne Taylor

Is Honey And Cinnamon Good For You?

Honey and cinnamon are often paired together. Not only do their flavors complement each other, but each is said to have unique health benefits.

Anne Taylor

The Truth About What's Really In Jello

Is jello really made from horse hoofs, or something more normal?

Catherine Caruso

The Big Difference Between Milk Chocolate And Dark Chocolate

People have been enjoying chocolate for millennia, but processing can affect the nutrients in the chocolate we eat, so is milk or dark chocolate healthier?

Agnes Erickson

What Is The Least Healthy Kind Of Bread?

As the bread aisle appears to be getting more crowded, it might be helpful to know which types of bread would be the least healthy additions to your diet.

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Agnes Erickson

This Healthy Swap Can Help With Your Soda Addiction

Ready to kick your soda addiction but can't imagine your afternoon without the energizing kick of fizzy bubbles? Consider these healthy alternatives.

Agnes Erickson

The Truth About What's Really In McDonald's McRib

Seeing the McDonald's McRib on the menu may be exciting. But before you order this seasonal delight, find out exactly what's in it first.

A pile of Gala apples on a cutting board

Anne Taylor

When You Eat Too Many Apples, This Is What Happens To You

An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but too many apples may lead to more visits to the doctor than you anticipated.

Kimberly Smith

What's The Difference Between Peanut Butter And PB2?

Everybody loves regular old peanut butter, but the levels of fat can be a deterrent to some. Luckily, there are some alternatives out there, such as PB2.

Someone buys seafood at the grocery store

Anne Taylor

This Is What You Don't Want To See On The Packaging When You Buy Fish

There are plenty of reasons to grab some seafood the next time you're at the grocery store. However, there is one important thing to keep in mind when shopping.

Catherine Caruso

The Ingredients You Shouldn't Add To Your Smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to add more nutrients and antioxidants to your daily diet. However, using the wrong ingredients could sabotage its health benefits.

Zrinka Peters

When You Drink Prune Juice Every Day, This Is What Happens

Prunes and prune juice can get things moving when the digestive pipes are clogged. However, their health benefits go well beyond just that.

Kimberly Smith

The Real Benefits Of Vitamin E Oil

Vitamin E is mainly known for its antioxidant qualities, which means that it helps fight the damage caused by free radicals, but what can it do in oil form?

Jay Wilson

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Sweet Potatoes Every Day

Join us as we peel back the facts and boil down the details on your sweet potato portions. Here's what happens to your body when you eat sweet potatoes daily.

Woman in summer attire holding watermelon slice

Erin Marie

The Downsides Of Eating Too Much Watermelon

Watermelon is a vitamin-rich fruit that offers many tasty health benefits, like antioxidants, but is it possible to eat too much of it?

banquet frozen chicken pasta marinara meal

Robin Rothstein

This Is The Least Healthy Frozen Dinner You Can Buy

If you love eating frozen dinners, you're in good company. However, among the many choices available on shelves are some that you should probably avoid.

Ally Arcuri

7 Types Of Fish You Should Be Eating More Of And 7 To Avoid

While seafood is generally recommended for good health, there are some types of fish you'll want to avoid. Here's the best types to try, and the ones to avoid.

Anne Taylor

The Real Reason You're Craving Soup

The combination of salty broth and carb-loaded noodles makes many types of soup undeniably appealing. But there may be more to your craving than taste alone.

Kimberly Smith

Raw Versus Cooked Onions: Which One Is Better For You?

Onions are certainly packed with nutrients. While you can get some benefits from cooked onions, eating them raw is still (mostly) the way to go.

Zrinka Peters

What Is The Dirty Dozen?

The 12 conventionally-grown produce items that contain the highest levels of pesticide residue are known as the dirty dozen, as ranked annually by the EWG.

Robin Rothstein

This Is What Happens When You Eat Shellfish Every Day

There are a number of good reasons to incorporate shellfish into your diet if you don't have any related allergies, but is it safe to consume every day?

Agnes Erickson

Is Juice From Concentrate Bad For You?

If you've ever drunk juice from a box, it was likely a juice from concentrate. But just how bad is this type of juice for your health?

Anne Taylor

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

Usually made with mixed nuts and dried fruit, trail mix can be a healthy treat. However, it can also be quite unhealthy when certain ingredients are added.

Zrinka Peters

Are Bai Drinks Good For You?

Can Bai drinks deliver a healthy alternative to traditional sodas? Their ingredients may provide a good clue for any health enthusiast.

Sandy Masinter

Everything You'll Find In Joe Biden's Daily Diet

It's time to pull back the curtain a little more and really get to know what fuels President Joe Biden. Some of the foods in his diet may surprise you!

Jenna Demmer

Are Clementines As Healthy As Oranges?

A cross between mandarin and sweet oranges, clementines are about half the size of regular oranges, but does that mean they're any less nutritious?

Jay Wilson

The Best And Worst Energy Drinks For Your Health

Energy drinks have remained controversial pretty much since they went mainstream. However, some types of these popular beverages are healthier than others.

Zrinka Peters

There's Evidence This Vegetable Could Help Slow Down Aging

Whether you love mushrooms as a regular part of your diet or prefer to steer clear of them, there's good reason for most of us to start eating more of them.