Dietary Essentials

Dried fruits are chock-full of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, but you still need to watch your portions. They are called "nature's candy" for a reason.

We all scream for ice cream (or did as kids, maybe), but be aware of ingredients that shouldn't be in the ice cream you're eating.

Crowning spinach or broccoli as the victor for containing the most nutrients is a tough decision. Ultimately, the choice comes down to many factors.

Collagen is an important part of skin and bone health, but it deteriorates as we age. Discover the truth about how a collagen diet can help promote wellness.

Bodyarmor is one of the newer brands of sports drink, and it claims to be healthier than the alternatives. Is that true? Read on to learn more.

Ranch dressing may have several unique ingredients, but there is one specific addition that some may want to avoid, especially if they are prone to bloating.

A low-residue diet contains little or no fiber for people with certain restrictions, but a low-residue diet may not be safe in the long run.

Even the best whole foods can affect kidney health when consumed in excess. If you have pre-existing kidney disease, too much of this food may harm the kidneys.

Eggs are a breakfast favorite, but before cooking them in that pot or frying pan, look out for some tell-tale signs of an egg gone bad.

Lettuce is packed with vitamins and nutrients, but can you eat too much of it? Here's what happens to your body when you eat lettuce every day.

It helps to avoid certain food items before bed that may have a stimulating, rather than relaxing, effect on the body. Is cheese one of them?

Pooh Bear may love the honey, but you definitely need to keep it away from your newborn. How can a substance as natural as honey harm a baby?

Oranges are one of the best fruits to eat, and they certainly have a lot going for them, but does eating one a day give you all of the vitamin C you need?

There are several different super greens, with kale being one of the most well known. Find out if kale is the best super green, or if others are better for you.

While most people tend to focus on protein and complex carbs while getting fit, there's another macronutrient that should be taken into consideration: fat.

Yes, this oh-so-tempting sweet comes in many forms and may be hard to turn down, but is it really possible to be addicted to chocolate?

Zoodles — noodles made using strips or spirals of zucchini — might be the easiest, tastiest way to drop your caloric intake.

Energy drinks can certainly impact your energy levels, but they could also affect your skin. Do energy drinks really cause breakouts?

Egg whites have a reputation for being healthier than their yolk counterparts, but is eating too many egg whites bad for your health?

While the paleo diet — eating like our ancestors did 10,000 years ago — can be a tough diet to stick to and to do in a way that is healthy and sustainable.

Since our bodies don't create or store zinc naturally, we have to get it through food and supplements. Luckily, it's found in many plant and animal foods.

While multivitamins can't replace a well-balanced diet, they can help fill in nutritional gaps that aren't filled in by what you eat.

Many believe multivitamins are created equal and will provide the same nutritional benefits, but there's an essential mineral that most multivitamins lack.

The keto diet has been subject to much speculation by professionals and doctors but studies show that it provides some brain-boosting benefits.

Not every food is a good match for your libido. You're not even going to want to think about eating these foods before sex.

If you're lactose intolerant or just not a fan of dairy, you may need to be more mindful of plant-based options for the nutrients you're missing.

You might assume eating a grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice could do no harm. However, consumption of grapefruit may not be recommended.