Dietary Essentials

While low-carb and keto dieters steer clear of a banana because of its calories and carbohydrates, those with high blood pressure might want to reconsider.

You may have noticed that drinking coffee sends you running to the bathroom. Here's how you can expect your poop to change if you break your coffee habit.

Have you sworn off eating bread because you've been told it's bad for you? Eating certain types of bread may be healthier for your gut than you think.

There are certain foods to avoid when you have high blood pressure. Fortunately, this unique cheese is not part of the list; in fact, it may be good for you.

If you're the type of person who likes to snack before working out, you may have considered eating a peanut butter sandwich. But is this really good for you?

Men looking to improve their sex lives may want to eat more watermelon. Scientists say there are several ways it can help improve men's sexual function.

Your carbohydrate intake affects your gut health, so it's wise to add the right kinds to your diet. An expert shares his tips exclusively with Health Digest.

While garlic is infamous for causing bad breath, it turn out that it could have an unexpected effect on your risk for early death. Here's what we know.

Tomatoes are packed with health benefits. Here's what happens when you eat them every day.

Even if they choose the healthier types of sushi, people with one particular medical condition can't eat it because of an ingredient that it contains.

Diet plays an important role in heart health, so there's always interest in foods that help lower high cholesterol levels. Cue this yellow-hued citrus fruit.

While cholesterol in itself is not bad, too much of the wrong kind is not good news for your heart and arteries. Can this popular spice lower high cholesterol?

Avocados are known for their creamy and rich flesh and their many health benefits. Here's what happens to your blood pressure when you eat avocados every day.

Proponents of the carnivore diet claim that this eating plan provides many health benefits. Here's what happens to your weight when you eat this way.

As men grow older, a carefully planned diet becomes essential for good prostate health. This protein-rich food is a worthwhile addition to their diets.

What we eat and drink throughout the day may or may not benefit our sleep come bedtime. For example, when you stop eating carbs, it could have this effect.

The consistent consumption of fruits can bring many benefits to the body. Interestingly, eating watermelon can have an unexpected effect on men's health.

There are several important health benefits that eating delicious, nutrient-dense peanut butter can provide for you as you age, including these.

Garlic has long been renowned for its various health benefits, and is part of many people's diets. But avoid it if you have this particular medical condition.

Milk has long been touted for its nutritional value, and is said to be essential for good bone development. But can drinking it daily help muscle growth, too?

It's not a bad idea to incorporate peanut butter into your everyday diet because of its nutritional content. But how would this decision affect your appetite?

If you have high blood pressure, doctors may first suggest changing some of your dietary habits. If so, there's one popular fruit you don't want to leave out.

When it comes to protein, more often than not, we hear why we need to eat more of it. But is it ever okay to consume a meal without protein?

Your diet influences a lot of things connected to your quality of life, including your risk of early death. So make sure to eat enough of this protein source.

In most cases, peanut butter makes for a nutritious addition to just about any diet -- especially if you've been diagnosed with this medical condition.

Most of us don't require a scientific reason to have a piece of chocolate every day. However, dark chocolate could have certain benefits for your gut.

You're probably aware of fiber's role in preventing constipation, but did you know that one particular type of fiber can also help lower your cholesterol?