Nutrition - Health Digest

A plate of heart-shaped waffles on a table

Anne Taylor

Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Waffles For Breakfast

Waffles are often made with ingredients most dieticians suggest limiting in our diets. Here are some alternatives for creating a healthy and delicious waffle.

Agnes Erickson

Why You Should Add Durian Fruit To Your Diet

Have you ever been strolling down the produce aisle and come across a durian? It may look & smell odd, but the "King of Fruits" is packed with health benefits.

Emily Rhode

You're Eating Too Much Red Meat If This Happens To You

Whether you love a good steak or you've been vegan for years, you're probably familiar with recommendations about the amount of red meat you should be eating.

A. Sooter

The Truth About WW's Green Plan

When Americans think of weight loss programs, one of the first that pops to mind is probably Weight Watchers — but how do you know if it will work for you?

Steaming cup of decaf coffee with coffee beans

Catherine Caruso

The Truth About How Much Caffeine Is In Decaf Coffee

Despite its name, decaf coffee isn't completely caffeine-free.

Molly Hurford

Why Your Non-Dairy Creamer Might Not Be Vegan

There are plenty of foods out there that sound like they should be vegan, but surprisingly, still contain some animal byproduct.

Anne Taylor

The Real Health Benefits Of Kale

Here's a breakdown of why you should consider adding kale into your diet.

Michelle Washmuth

Here Are The Best Fruits For Weight Loss

Fruit has developed a bad reputation for weight loss, due its carbohydrate and sugar content. But fruit can actually be your friend in your weight loss journey.

A. Sooter

Health Benefits Of Dandelions You Never Expected

While some people view dandelions as weeds, others have found uses for them in the medicine cabinet and the kitchen. Every part of the dandelion has a purpose.

Michelle Washmuth

This Is Where Vanilla Flavoring Really Comes From

What you may not know about imitation vanilla extract and real vanilla extract is that the difference goes beyond price to the actual ingredients.

Agnes Erickson

Here's How To Tell If Your Eggs Have Gone Bad

What happens when you want to whip up an inspiring omelet and suddenly realize the eggs in your fridge have been sitting there for a long time?

Karen Veazey

Is Frozen Yogurt Really Healthier Than Ice Cream?

When you're in the mood for a sweet treat, you might think it's healthier to reach for frozen yogurt over ice cream. But which is the better choice, really?

Erin Marie

The Real Reason They Got Rid Of The Food Pyramid

The food pyramid has been done away with within the last decade and a new image has taken its place. Why is that?

Ksenia Prints

Paleo Pancake Recipe

After making this yummy dish, our paleo pancakes will be one of your favorite go-to brunch recipes.

Alexandra Shytsman

Vegan Lentil Soup

This easy vegan lentil soup recipe is exactly what you need in your back pocket for when you're craving a warm and cozy meal.

Miriam Hahn

Easy Baked Cinnamon Apples

These cinnamon baked apples work great as a dessert or as a breakfast side paired with hearty options like oatmeal or quiche.

Miriam Hahn

Cauliflower Grits

You can cook up cauliflower grits with just a few ingredients, and this dish works well as a side for just about anything.

Tiffany Nicole

Is It Safe To Eat Eggs With Blood Spots?

Has a bright blood spot in an egg ever caught you off guard? Let's cover why these so-called "meat spots" occur, and whether they're safe to consume.

Maren Epstein

This Beet And Goat Cheese Salad Will Make You Feel Great

Sweet, earthy beets play so well with tangy goat cheese. And in this refreshing salad, they're not the only stars of the show.

Melissa Olivieri

The Best Low-Carb Brownie Recipe You've Ever Tasted

When you're seriously craving chocolate, but you're trying to eat healthier, this low-carb brownie recipe is most definitely your answer.

Catherine Caruso

Fruits You Should Avoid If You're On The Keto Diet

The ketogenic diet, or the keto diet, is a low-carb, high-fat diet meant to help with weight loss and improve energy levels by reducing your carb intake.

Close up of woman's feet stepping on a scale

Ashley Welch

Why You Should Think Twice Before Trying The Optavia Diet

The Optavia diet is a weight loss program that features low-calorie, low-carb, pre-packaged meals, a few simple home-cooked meals, and one-on-one coaching.

Robin Rothstein

The Downsides Of Eating White Rice

If you love white rice, you're in good company. According to Statista, rice remains one of the most popular grains in the United States.

hungry young woman eating cake from the fridge at night

Agnes Erickson

The Best Time To Day To Eat Carbs

Whichever side you stand on, most of us can agree that all carbs shouldn't be seen as equal.

Maria Faller

What Madelaine Petsch's Vegan Diet Really Looks Like

Madelaine Petsch, AKA Cheryl Blossom, CW's Riverdale character you love to hate, is as interesting off screen as she is on - but not how you may think.

Catherine Caruso

Why You Should Think Twice Before Taking Vitamin E

While vitamin E is a powerful vitamin and antioxidant that is essential to your overall health, consuming too much of it can lead to health complications.

Zrinka Peters

The Blood Type Diet Explained

Despite the diet's popularity and a mountain of anecdotal evidence, researchers point out that the scientific evidence of the blood-type diet is weak.