Dietary Essentials

Your gut health affects your entire well-being. These supplements can help support this important part of your body.

Do you really need to take your probiotic every day, or is it okay to skip a few days?

Fat can have a bad reputation, but it's necessary for a healthy body. Here's what happens when you don't get enough in your diet.

Liquid IV is an electrolyte drink that is marketed as a way to get hydrated more quickly than with water alone. But is it actually good for you?

We're all told to eat more veggies, but drinking them can be helpful too.

Have you ever bitten into an apple only to realize that you took a chunk of the produce sticker with you?

Oatmeal can be a fantastic breakfast option. Oats are packed with health benefits, but some products contain unhealthy ingredients.

Supplements have become so popular that entire grocery store aisles are now dedicated to them. But should you talk to a doctor before you take them?

Tea is an incredibly popular beverage that is enjoyed around the world. While there are many benefits to this drink, there are also some potential downsides.

Our bodies can't produce zinc, so it is necessary to get this mineral through our diets or supplements.

Bread has been eaten for years, but many products today are filled with artificial ingredients to enhance the food's taste, color, and texture.

No one enjoys feeling bloated or gassy after eating. This ingredient may be causing negative side effects.

Protein shakes can cause some side effects in certain people.

Tuna is an affordable seafood option that can be used in everything from sushi to casseroles to sandwiches, but it also comes with some controversy.

BCAAs are widely known for their support in muscle recovery, including decreasing muscle damage and reducing soreness, but can also help boost immunity.

Overproduction of saliva can actually be a health issue, but there are some foods you can avoid if you're mitigating an issue with too much saliva.

When purchasing a dietary supplement, check the container for a yellow and green seal of approval from the USP, that reads "USP Verified."

MiO is a calorie-free, sugar-free flavored water enhancer found on most grocery store shelves. But are these drinks healthy?

If you've ever felt sick after surgery, you know it is debilitating. Eating foods, such as bananas, that energize the body and position it to recover is key.

Whether you're suffering from a sore throat or broken heart, there's nothing like a soothing mug of hot tea. But is it possible to overdo it on the tea?

Calcium supports bone growth and repair, and thus can help slow bone loss and osteoporosis.

Supplements are often presented as a positive addition to healthy living, but some combinations taken too close together can negate effects.

Coffee gets you going in the morning and has a host of health benefits, but preparing coffee any old way may make your coffee downright unhealthy.

Most Americans are eating way too much salt per day. Here's the maximum amount of salt you should have in a day and ways to avoid too much sodium.

Some experts say this oil can best be described as "liquid gold," while most tout its benefits for physical and mental health.

Eggs are a common staple in many households, but this unsuspecting food is one of the most common food allergies for children, and adults can also be affected.

Before you decide to pick up a second cup of joe -- or third or fourth or fifth -- you should know what all that caffeine is doing to your body.