Dietary Essentials - Health Digest

Catherine Caruso

The Real Health Benefits Of Goji Berries

Rich in antioxidants and medicinal properties, goji berries have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years.

Jorie Mark

This Is The Healthiest Way To Eat Eggs

Recently, experts have agreed that the entire egg has tremendous health benefits.

Vanilla protein shake next to the powdered form

Agnes Erickson

Is It Safe To Drink Protein Shakes If You're Not Exercising?

Protein shakes are popping up as a drink choice everywhere, but it's still worth questioning: Are they safe to drink if you're not exercising?

Valerie Kalfrin

Low-Carb Diet Vs Low-Fat Diet: Which One Is Better For You?

Either a low-carb diet or a low-fat diet will drop the pounds — but research shows that low-carb diets may have additional benefits.

Allaya Cooks-Campbell

Is Fruit Still Healthy When It's Frozen?

Buying frozen fruit can be an easy alternative to your fresh produce sitting out for days. You may wonder if fruit is still healthy when it's been frozen.

Lauren Cahn

When You Stop Eating Red Meat, This Is What Happens To Your Body

You may have noticed that you feel better -- or worse -- after giving up red meat. Let's take a look at what happens when you stop eating burgers and steaks.

Molly Hurford

Noom Vs. Weight Watchers: Which One Is Better For You?

Noom and Weight Watchers are two commonly cited tools for weight loss, and both focus on a sustainable healthy lifestyle rather than a crash diet.

Ziba Redif

What Really Happens When You Take Cinnamon Pills

For thousands of years cinnamon has been said to have significant medicinal purposes and now there are multiple scientific studies to support those claims.

Maria Faller

What Is The Body Reset Diet?

Both Kim Kardashian and Ariana Grande swear by celebrity personal trainer Harley Pasternak's 15-day reset diet. What is the body reset diet exactly?

Allaya Cooks-Campbell

The Best Time Of Day To Eat Breakfast

That breakfast is the "most important meal of the day" is an adage that seems to be well-rooted in scientific fact.

Nicole LaMarco

The Real Reason You Tear Up Around Onions

If you've ever chopped or sliced an onion, you have probably noticed your eyes burn and tear up. This is the real reason you tear up around onions.

Catherine Caruso

The Benefits Of Adding Jackfruit To Your Diet

Jackfruit has grown in popularity in recent years, especially among vegans and vegetarians. These are the benefits of adding jackfruit to your diet.

Molly Hurford

Are Greens Powders As Healthy As You Think?

Greens powders have been around for years, but they've been growing in popularity as more people realize the importance of eating more vegetables.

Agnes Erickson

How Many Calories Are Really In Your Coffee

Coffee is a regular part of many of our mornings, but do you know what's really in your morning cup? This is how many calories are really in your coffee.

Molly Hurford

Why The Keto Diet Makes You So Tired

If you recently started a keto diet, you may be noticing that you're constantly feeling tired or out of sorts. Why does this happen?

Alarm clock, silverware sitting on plate

Karen Veazey

Read This If You're Thinking About Intermittent Fasting

If you're looking to make a dietary change, you're bound run into information about or the suggestion to try intermittent fasting. Here's what it's all about.

Nicole LaMarco

10 Surprising Side Effects Of Eating Too Much Cinnamon

While cinnamon is a delicious spice, it can also have some surprising side effects if you eat too much of it. This is how much cinnamon you should really eat.

Karen Veazey

Is Sugar In Fruit The Same Thing As Sugar In Candy?

With many fruits, the sugar content in them could be just the thing to satisfy your sweet tooth, while also being better for your health.

Molly Hurford

The Downsides Of Drinking Bulletproof Coffee

If you've dabbled in ketogenic diets, paleo, or intermittent fasting, you've likely stumbled across Bulletproof Coffee.

Zrinka Peters

Is It Safe To Eat Fruits And Vegetables Without Washing Them?

If you're one of those people who like to sneak a grape or blueberry at the grocery store before filling your bag, here's another reason why you shouldn't.

Business man working on the go with smart phone and take away sandwich lunch

Nicole LaMarco

What Is Mindful Eating?

Mindful eating is something that has been lost in the hurry of everyday life.

Nicole LaMarco

How Eating Onions Can Really Benefit Your Health

Onions are versatile and delicious — turns out that they're good for you, too.

peanut butter powder with a white background

Agnes Erickson

What You Should Know Before Switching To Powdered Peanut Butter

Ah peanut butter. Slightly sweet, nutty, and... powdered? That's right.

Karen Veazey

The Truth About Meal Replacement Bars

When you're hungry and pressed for time, you might be tempted to reach for a meal replacement bar. But is that really the best option for your health?

Nicole LaMarco

Why You Should Think Twice Before Starting The Cucumber Diet

Proponents of the cucumber diet claim you can lose 15 pounds if you follow it for seven to 14 days, but you should read this before starting down that path.

Brian Good

Unhealthy Food You Should Always Avoid At Mexican Restaurants

America's appetite for Mexican food is insatiable, but many of these foods contain double if not triple the calories and fat you'd find in many other foods.

Maria Faller

Do Gummy Vitamins Really Work?

Gummy vitamins might not be as effective or nutritious as they claim to be.