Dietary Essentials

Staying hydrated has a number of benefits during pregnancy, but just how much water do you need to guzzle down on a daily basis? Here's what we know.

As far as condiments go, few can compete with the sweet and spicy sublimity of sriracha. But the popular sauce may have some hidden side effects.

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Luckily, drinking tea may be the solution to reducing the chance of being at risk of the disease.

Whether you realize it or not, you probably want your digestion to be better. Let's take a look at some top tips for naturally improving digestion.

Meat processors use chemicals called nitrates and nitrites to keep meat fresh longer. Here's what you should know about the benefits and risks of nitrates.

You may not have heard of the female-oriented telehealth and supplement company Binto. Discover the truth about the company and its custom-tailored products.

Heartburn is typically prompted by our diets. Here are some of the worst foods you can put on the table if you're trying to avoid heartburn.

You can help boost your keratin levels by eating different types of food that support your body's ability to produce and synthesize it. Here are 14 examples.

Experts haven't discovered a cure for psoriasis yet. However, there are options for managing the condition, including eating and avoiding certain foods.

Gut health is tied to the immune system, mental health, and autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. This is why it's important to understand food intolerance.

Many people take vitamin D supplements, but have you ever wondered what's the best time of day to take them? Learn about the best time of day to take vitamin D.

Swapping sucralose for sugar can help reduce calorie intake and help keep blood sugar levels balanced, but could it also be bad for you in some ways?

Even though sweet potatoes are ubiquitous for being a side dish, craving them may be your body's way of clueing you in on what it really needs.

There's something special yet satisfying about biting into a crunchy, salty pickle. But is it safe for a baby to join in on this pickle frenzy?

Certain parts of the animal like the organs are often overlooked or cast aside, but should they be? Just what is offal and is it good for you to eat it?

Kiwifruit is a delicious, tart treat of a fruit, but can you eat the fuzzy skin? Learn whether or not you should be eating your kiwi skins.

Broccoli generally is delicious and incredibly healthy. While it has long been enjoyed by many worldwide, it can actually be dangerous to some people.

Without added sugars, many healthier beverages aren't tasty enough to compare to their toxic competitors. But has Olipop changed the rules for healthy sodas?

Green teas come from the Camellia Sinensis plant and pack major health benefits. Learn the difference between green tea and matcha and which is healthier.

Echinacea is one of the most popular herbs in America today, and has been used for over 400 years as a general "cure-all." But does it work on colds?

Health Digest conducted a survey and asked respondents how many alcoholic drinks they typically have in a week. The results may surprise you.

Green tea has a wide variety of health benefits. Discover how drinking it can help improve your gut health.

Need a quick snack on the go or a protein boost for your workout? Protein bars are convenient, but not all are made equal. Here's our list from worst to best.

Believe it or not, organ meats have some surprising health benefits. Just like with everything else, however, it's important to consume them in moderation.

If you find yourself struggling with getting decent amounts of sleep, incorporating dragon fruit into your daily intake might be able to help.

Everyone has been anxious at some point or another, but some of us experience anxiety more frequently. Fortunately, vitamin D might be able to help.

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that our bodies need to thrive. But can vitamin D deficiency make you feel fatigued, and what can you do to treat it?