Dietary Essentials - Health Digest

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Robin Rothstein

The Unhealthy Mistake You Might Be Making When Cooking Eggs

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.

Robin Rothstein

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Lettuce Every Day

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.

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Erin Marie

When You Eat Cheese Before Bed, This Is What Happens

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?

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Agnes Erickson

The Real Reason Babies Can't Have Honey

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?

Kimberly Smith

Does An Orange A Day Really Give You Enough Vitamin C?

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?

Catherine Caruso

Is Kale The Best Super Green?

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.

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Kharissa Forte

The Unexpected Supplement That Can Increase Your Muscle Strength

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.

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Agnes Erickson

Can You Really Get Addicted To Chocolate?

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?

Molly Hurford

Why You Should Consider Adding Zoodles To Your Diet

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

Amanda Vining

Can Energy Drinks Make You Break Out?

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

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Robin Rothstein

Can You Eat Too Many Egg Whites?

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

Molly Hurford

The Worst Mistake People Make On The Paleo Diet

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.

Foods high in zinc (salmon, shrimp, beef, yellow cheese, spinach, mushrooms, cocoa, pumpkin seeds, garlic, bean and almonds) alongside blocks spelling out the word ZINC

Ruth Clark

Medications That Could Have Negative Interactions With Zinc

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.

Niko Vercelletto

The Red Flag To Watch Out For In A Multivitamin Label

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.

Candace McMillon-Dantley

The Essential Mineral That Most Multivitamins Lack

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

Maria Faller

The Surprising Way The Keto Diet Helps Your Brain

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

Brian Good

Don't Even Think About Eating These Foods Before Having Sex

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.

Kharissa Forte

Vitamin Supplements You Need If You're Dairy Free

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.

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

The Real Reason Grapefruit Can Mess With Your Medication

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

Molly Hurford

How The Keto Diet Affects Your Gut Health

Switching to a keto diet doesn't just affect what your body burns for fuel, it will impact your gut health as well.

Andra Picincu

This Is How Long It Takes For Omega-3's To Start Working

If you've considered taking an omega-3 supplement, you may be wondering how long it takes to see any benefits. Discover when these supplements start to kick in.

Amanda Vining

Clever Tricks That Will Fool Your Appetite And Cravings

When you feel hungry, your body is communicating its survival need for food. In contrast, appetite is the desire for food — not the need for it.

Tiffany Nicole

Unexpected Side Effects Of Eating Blackberries

Blackberries are a tart, delicious snack or addition to your morning smoothie. Here are some unexpected side effects and benefits of eating blackberries.