Dietary Essentials

Since ramen has skyrocketed in popularity in the West over the past few years, there are now many noodle shops located all over the U.S.

A popular supplement among gym-goers, whey protein has come steadily into the mainstream -- but what does it actually do for your body? Read on to find out.

From adding in lemon for a tart twist to spicing up your water with orange and cinnamon sticks, there are many flavored water combinations to try.

If you're a fan of a late-night snack, you may wonder which foods are best right before bedtime. So how does grapefruit rank amongst them?

Many athletes swear by Powerade, but should you be drinking it every day?

Argan oil is derived from the argan tree, and the essential oil has been used traditionally for its health benefits in both edible and medicinal forms.

If you're dedicated to eating well, you may try to get as many superfoods into your diet as possible. Here's one you may want to consider adding to your diet.

You may be surprised to learn there are healthy foods that can spike your blood sugar. If eaten too often, it can wreak havoc on your health.

Don't feel bad for snacking on cherries before bed.

As a nutrient we develop from sunlight, vitamin D is praised for its health benefits. Did you know that vitamin D can even improve muscle health?

Drinking is a part of our culture, whether we're socializing with friends or attending a game. But that doesn't mean it has to derail your health goals.

You might be surprised to learn that energy drinks like Red Bull have been trending. Excessive consumption of these drinks can impact your health.

Exercise and a healthy diet can stave off complications of diabetes. Now research suggests there may be another way to keep blood sugar balanced -- whey powder.

While coffee is shown to provide a wide range of potential health benefits, there may be one type of coffee that holds the key to living a long, healthy life.

Fatty foods, like ice cream, take longer to digest, meaning they spend more time in your stomach. As a result, your stomach makes more acid in response.

The baby formula shortage has made many parents fearful of being unable to feed their babies. Here's what kind of help Operation Fly Formula can provide.

A good alternative for getting the benefits of beetroot is to take a supplement in the form of a powder, pill, or gummy, but is it effective?

For those with gout, diet is a huge part of managing the condition and minimizing painful attacks. Here are some foods to eat, and some to avoid.

The trend of bulletproof coffee has taken the world by storm, but many of its so-called health benefits are up for debate.

Kourtney Kardashian says that she eats quail eggs to help her fertility, but notes she hasn't done research on the topic. Naturally, this led us to investigate.

Due to the risk of E. coli infection, you should not let your children play with raw dough provided at restaurants (or at all). Here is what you should know.

Researchers have discovered it's not just the food we put into our bodies that determine blood sugar impacts, but when we consume them.

Kale is one of the most nutritious foods to eat, according to experts. But did you know kale can actually interact with certain medications?

Deli meat may be a convenient sandwich staple, but what will it do to your body if you eat it every day? Read on to find out.

Dr. Diane Callello has dealt with infant formula substitutes firsthand. She told Health Digest what everyone needs to know about these alternatives.

Magnesium plays a key role in over 300 enzyme reactions involved in muscle and nerve function, metabolism, protein synthesis, and other biochemical processes.

Sugar has gotten a bad rap in many health-conscious circles. But there are certain nuances to consider when making dietary choices about this molecule.