Dietary Essentials

What we eat after we work out can make a big difference in how we recover. Here's a surprising drink you should avoid.

It's important to eat a combination of both protein and carbs after you work out. Here's what carbs you should eat after hitting the gym.

Is ranch dressing your favorite condiment? If you're eating a lot of it, it may be negatively impacting your health.

You're more likely to die sooner if you eat certain foods, science has shown. Learn the risks of some of your favorite foods, and choose your meals carefully.

Unlike fresh tuna, canned tuna can be stored in your pantry, is low-cost, and a quick lunch option if you're in a pinch.

If you want better gut health and a digestive system that runs smoothly, there are specific foods you may want to start eating regularly.

Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse, providing essential vitamins and minerals, but did you know they have surprising uses for household and personal care?

There's no denying that red meat is delicious, but eating too much of it can have consequences. Here's a look at what really happens when you eat it daily.

Both apples and oranges offer unique health benefits, but which fruit is healthier? Here's how they compare in terms of their nutritional value.

Celery juice -- made by blending and straining celery -- is packed with vitamins and minerals. But what happens when you drink celery juice every day?

Zinc is an important mineral that helps your body function and thrive. But should you take it at a certain time of day to maximize its efficiency?

The infant formula shortage has many parents fearing they won't be able to feed their babies. Here are some tips on how to get through the shortage.

Managing anxiety in our daily lives can feel very challenging at times. But studies suggest certain vitamins may be able to help. Here's what they are.

We might have a thing or two to learn from all those fancy spas that serve their clients limitless glasses of ice cold lemon water.

Going plant-based doesn't have to be all-or-nothing. Anyone interested in trying a plant-based diet will be happy to know that they are highly customizable.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, registered dietitian Jamie Feit weighed in on when consuming excessive amounts of protein can be a problem.

Vitamins can be a great way to get additional nutrition support. But what if they make you feel sub-optimal and fatigued? Here's why that may happen to you.

Breadbaskets in restaurants may be hard to resist. Especially if you're so hungry, you can't wait for your meal. But this is why you should think twice.

Like the popular Mediterranean diet, the Nordic diet is a healthy way of eating, with a focus on local, sustainable foods found in Scandinavian countries.

It can be confusing to tell the difference between a vegan and plant-based diet? Here's a guide to the different recommendations and restrictions.

Giving blood can save lives, but can cause side effects like anemia and fatigue. Here's what you should eat before donating blood to help prevent these issues.

Vitamin water has been advertised as a healthier alternative to sodas, but is it actually good for you? Read on to learn more.

While many turn to soup diets like the cabbage soup diet, ketogenic soup diet, and seven-day broth diet for quick weight loss, they can have an effect.

Though people don't have periods in menopause, perimenopause can often bring uncomfortable symptoms. Those who have hot flashes might consider licorice tea.

The colon is a crucial part of the digestive tract, and certain foods you eat can help keep this organ healthy and functioning. Read on for more.

While the keto diet restricts carbohydrates while emphasizing fat intake, is it possible to still eat fruit, which is very carb-heavy normally?

Dry roasted or raw, sunflower seeds are both delicious and nutritious. If that doesn't scream eat me, these unexpected health benefits surely will.