Dietary Essentials

Taking too many probiotics can cause gas, bloating and diarrhea, and increase your risk of infection, especially if you have a weakened immune system

Fatty fish are the easiest and most accessible source of Omega-3 fatty acids, but there are vegan options too, including nuts and seeds.

It's easier than you think to make your salad a calorie bomb. Watch out for these common mistakes to avoid when putting together a bowl of greens.

If you're a chocoholic who needs to satisfy your sweet tooth each and every day, there's a way for you to use those dark chocolate cravings to your advantage.

Weight Watchers' new plans mean that people can play to their strengths with some support. For fans of the old Freestyle system, the Blue Plan is the way to go.

Beef jerky is a tasty snack and a great source of protein, but some of the other ingredients in beef jerky may be having a negative effect on our health.

Arugula and spinach both contain numerous health benefits and can easily be incorporated into your diet. So which one is better? It depends on a few things.

Fruit is an important part of a healthy diet. While it's difficult to overeat fruit, there are some side effects you should be aware of before you indulge.

Experts say there are healthy options out there that allow you to enjoy the cheesy goodness.

The next time you're at a barbecue and a fly lands on your plate, you may want to think twice about continuing your meal and opt for a new serving instead.

There are times when drinking a lot of coffee may, instead of causing you to feel wired, make you feel like you need a nice long nap.

Pork is the most consumed meat across the globe. However, there are some concerning health effects related to eating pork that you should be aware of.

Granola bars are a convenient and portable snack. But while they seem like a healthy option, many have a long list of ingredients you may be unaware of.

Balancing nutrient intake can be challenging, and even more so for vegetarians. What vitamins should you consider taking if you're vegetarian?

The popularity of hard seltzers has skyrocketed in recent years. With less calories than the average beer, are spiked seltzers truly the healthier option?

There are some foods that are so versatile, they can be eaten anytime of the day. Salad is one of them.

Losing weight can be take time, and when you get impatient, you may start trying crash diets. The Complete Scarsdale Medical Diet is one of those drastic diets.

Yogurt has many health benefits, but many brands today have lots of added sweeteners. Do the health benefits still outweigh the extra sugar?

Not all fast food automatically equals unhealthy food. Health experts agree that a simple cheeseburger from McDonald's isn't as bad for you as you may think.

As an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon has been described as a superfood. But in addition to the meat, is the skin of the salmon safe to eat?

Most people probably think they're making a good dietary decision when they order a chef salad at a restaurant, but this option may not be that healthy.

Waffles are often made with ingredients most dieticians suggest limiting in our diets. Here are some alternatives for creating a healthy and delicious waffle.

Have you ever been strolling down the produce aisle and come across a durian? It may look & smell odd, but the "King of Fruits" is packed with health benefits.

Whether you love a good steak or you've been vegan for years, you're probably familiar with recommendations about the amount of red meat you should be eating.

When Americans think of weight loss programs, one of the first that pops to mind is probably Weight Watchers — but how do you know if it will work for you?

Despite its name, decaf coffee isn't completely caffeine-free.

Here's a breakdown of why you should consider adding kale into your diet.