Dietary Essentials

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.

While some people view dandelions as weeds, others have found uses for them in the medicine cabinet and the kitchen. Every part of the dandelion has a purpose.

What you may not know about imitation vanilla extract and real vanilla extract is that the difference goes beyond price to the actual ingredients.

What happens when you want to whip up an inspiring omelet and suddenly realize the eggs in your fridge have been sitting there for a long time?

When you're in the mood for a sweet treat, you might think it's healthier to reach for frozen yogurt over ice cream. But which is the better choice, really?

The food pyramid has been done away with within the last decade and a new image has taken its place. Why is that?

Has a bright blood spot in an egg ever caught you off guard? Let's cover why these so-called "meat spots" occur, and whether they're safe to consume.

The ketogenic diet, or the keto diet, is a low-carb, high-fat diet meant to help with weight loss and improve energy levels by reducing your carb intake.

The Optavia diet is a weight loss program that features low-calorie, low-carb, pre-packaged meals, a few simple home-cooked meals, and one-on-one coaching.

If you love white rice, you're in good company. According to Statista, rice remains one of the most popular grains in the United States.

Whichever side you stand on, most of us can agree that all carbs shouldn't be seen as equal.

While vitamin E is a powerful vitamin and antioxidant that is essential to your overall health, consuming too much of it can lead to health complications.

Despite the diet's popularity and a mountain of anecdotal evidence, researchers point out that the scientific evidence of the blood-type diet is weak.

A recent survey done by Health Digest yielded some surprising results when it came to looking at what popular diets readers tried, hated, and quit.

Aside from looking and tasting great, watermelon has many health benefits as well.

Eggs are a popular source of protein for carnivores and vegetarians alike, but have you ever considered swapping your chicken eggs for a duck egg?

Created by TikTok user Sherwayne Mears, nature's cereal, a vegan and fruit-based alternative to processed cereals, is the latest food trend to go viral.