Nutrition

Eating whey protein every day is a great way to build muscle, but did you know it can also help with hypertension? Here's what to know.

Spirulina is a common supplement for astronauts. Many people wonder why algae supplements are among the carefully chosen supplies sent up to space.

As we grow older, there are certain types of food that we should be avoiding. While processed food is typically on the list, there's an especially risky kind.

While fruit snacks may not be directly tied to cardiovascular events, sugar is. And the way you consume your fruit matters.

It's natural to want a glass of red wine with your meal, but you should maybe skip it when eating this plant-based protein. Find out what it is and why.

There are many valid reasons why you may want to consider trying a low-fat diet. But know that reducing your fat intake affects your body in different ways.

Peanut butter goes well with a good number of things, and one of the most popular options is banana. But what does this snack-worthy combo do for your body?

Eating peanut butter can affect your body in ways both good and bad. As it turns out, it can affect a specific part of your body in a surprising way, too.

Certain types of meat can lead to "protein farts," seriously killing the mood in the bedroom. Here's the protein you should avoid eating before having sex.

Feeling good in your 50s is achievable with a healthy diet, but knowing exactly what you're eating is vital. This popular snack is not as healthy you'd think.

Our diet and nutritional intake tends to change as we age, but not always for the better. For instance, some make a few protein-related mistakes in their diets.

When you hear the word fats, your mind probably goes to unhealthy foods, but there's actually a unique fat out there that can help you live for longer.

What's in your cardiologist's lunchbox? You can bet it's not any of these three foods.

For breakfast aficionados, the Peanut Butter Pump was one of the most memorable pitches on Shark Tank. But whatever happened to the product and its inventor?

Activia Yogurt leans heavily into gut health and happiness in its marketing materials. But given what we know about it, can it help alleviate constipation?

For most people, coffee gets the job done when it comes to moving things along, so to speak. But what other beverages can help you conquer constipation?

You might be concerned that too many sardines could cause mercury toxicity, but, actually, this polarizing protein can help lower high blood pressure.

When your stomach is upset, eating the wrong kind of food can make the experience so much worse. One example: this popular treat among the sweet-toothed crowd.

Do you like adding spices to your favorite foods? As it turns out, a particularly popular spice can contribute to lowering your risk of an early death.

While eating yogurt can provide several health benefits, you way want to avoid this type of Activia yogurt if you have a particular medical condition.

Snacking on nutritious nuts like cashews can bring a multitude of benefits to your body. But how does your cashew consumption affect your early death risk?

While pasta can be quite enjoyable to eat, you may want to reconsider if you are experiencing this symptom. Some types of pasta may actually make it worse.

Pregnancy cravings are not uncommon, but some, like Hailey Bieber's, can be a little bit more outside the box. We'll explain her cravings and what they mean.

If you have high blood pressure, this can increase your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. Eating this fat can help reduce your blood pressure.

While cashews and coffee each have their own distinct health benefits, eating cashews and drinking coffee at the same time might have some drawbacks.

Super Size Me served as a call to action for the restaurant industry to provide healthier menu options for consumers. Here's how McDonald's responded.

Independently, elevated cholesterol and blood pressure levels can cause many problems for your body. This vegetable offers a solution to both, simultaneously.