Dietary Essentials

Since dehydration (and the subsequent electrolyte imbalance) tends to exacerbate many nausea symptoms, adults have been turning to Pedialyte to cure themselves.

You may have heard something about high fructose corn syrup being bad for you, but what exactly is it, and is it really bad for you?

Krill oil is a good source of heart-healthy fats and other nutrients, so what is it exactly and why should you be taking it for optimal health?

Fruit is loaded with antioxidants, but some fruit can also be high in sugar. When it comes to raspberries, how much sugar is in one serving?

It's important to handle and cook your eggs the right way to avoid getting sick. How do you know your eggs are cooked properly before you eat them?

The science behind vitamins largely shows that supplements may be good for some, but are not a substitute for getting proper nutrition from food and diet.

Cheese is both delicious and quite nutritious, but just as there are healthier, artisanal cheeses, there are highly processed varieties.

It's normal to feel hungry a few hours after eating, but here's why you may still feel hungry even when you're eating a healthy diet.

Electrolyte water is infused with essential minerals, like sodium, calcium, potassium, and magnesium, that are vital to many of your body's important functions.

Originating in Indonesia, Jamu is a type of juice made up of various herbs and spices. Read on to find out more about Jamu juice and whether it's good for you.

Omega-3s support cardiovascular function and immunity, but as with most things, there's a lot of misinformation regarding their role in human health.

A bloated stomach can be a symptom of food intolerance, constipation, or PMS. But can stomach bloat also be caused by a vitamin D deficiency? Let's find out.

Olive oil may cut down on excessive sweating, by supporting digestive function and calming the nervous system.

There are 13 essential vitamins, of which four are fat-soluble. But what does fat-soluble mean and how much of each of these vitamins do we need daily?

For all the pep coffee gives us in the moments we need it most, it may be doing the exact opposite when we want to spend quality time with someone special.

Onions give food a flavor that always leaves us wanting more. However, the downside to eating onions is that they can impact your journey towards weight loss.

Although Coke is a beloved beverage by many, there is a drawback to the soda that health experts have been talking about for years: It's loaded with sugar.

Pickle juice (also known as pickle brine) has several health benefits, and the best part is that it's budget-friendly.

When it comes to exercise, you've likely reached for a sports drink during a workout at one time or another. But how good are sports drinks for the body?

New research from the University of California San Diego points to one small lifestyle change that may dramatically lower one's risk for colon cancer.

While some antibiotics are absorbed better when taken with food, food can be detrimental to the absorption of other types of antibiotics, especially dairy.

Although instant oatmeal is made from healthy oats, with such a quick cook time, the question begs to be asked -- is the instant stuff actually good for you?

It's no secret that pasta is a big no-no for low-carbohydrate diets, but even if you aren't dieting, you may be carb-loading without even realizing it.

Artificial sweeteners are commonly used as a way to enjoy sweet foods without the negative effects of sugar. But these sweeteners come with some controversy.

When you're reading the label on a vitamin container, you may see the amount of the vitamin that a capsule contains listed as IU rather than milligrams.

Eating carbs before bed can have different effects, depending on your metabolism, the type of carb you're consuming, and how you eat throughout the day,

Do you know what's in your food? Even you aren't already in the habit of checking nutrition labels, you should at least give these items a quick scan.