Nutrition

When it comes to exercise, you've likely reached for a sports drink during a workout at one time or another. But how good are sports drinks for the body?

New research from the University of California San Diego points to one small lifestyle change that may dramatically lower one's risk for colon cancer.

While some antibiotics are absorbed better when taken with food, food can be detrimental to the absorption of other types of antibiotics, especially dairy.

Although instant oatmeal is made from healthy oats, with such a quick cook time, the question begs to be asked -- is the instant stuff actually good for you?

You know that overwhelming sense of tiredness that hits after eating something sweet? What exactly is a sugar crash and how can we prevent one from happening?

It's no secret that pasta is a big no-no for low-carbohydrate diets, but even if you aren't dieting, you may be carb-loading without even realizing it.

Artificial sweeteners are commonly used as a way to enjoy sweet foods without the negative effects of sugar. But these sweeteners come with some controversy.

Pescatarianism -- a vegetarian diet that incorporates fish and other seafood as protein sources -- can cause many changes to your body. Here' s a look.

When you're reading the label on a vitamin container, you may see the amount of the vitamin that a capsule contains listed as IU rather than milligrams.

Eating carbs before bed can have different effects, depending on your metabolism, the type of carb you're consuming, and how you eat throughout the day,

Do you know what's in your food? Even you aren't already in the habit of checking nutrition labels, you should at least give these items a quick scan.

The Nordic and Mediterranean diets are more similar than they are different.

The Day-Off Diet might be the best option for anyone who's tried and failed to stick to a strict diet in the past.

A busy day calls for a much-needed morning caffeine buzz. Unfortunately, a cup of java often comes with a rather undesirable aftereffect: coffee breath.

Coffee lovers rejoice! There is yet another health benefit you can add to the list of why giving up your beloved morning latte is simply not an option.

A satiating diet is similar in many ways to a Mediterranean diet, with a few critical small differences.

Sipping hot water — plain, with a twist of lemon, or even as an herbal tea — can have some surprising benefits, from improved digestion to smoother skin.

Many foods advertise their vitamin and mineral content, but what exactly are they selling? Are these nutrients the same thing? And which ones do we need most?

Eating cereal as an every day breakfast is not uncommon. But whether or not this is a healthy morning meal choice depends on what kind of cereal you're eating.

Nutrition labels have been around for years. They provide you with important information about the foods you eat, including Percent Daily Values (DV).

You probably haven't seen raw potatoes on the veggie and dip platter at parties. Because potatoes are often served cooked, does that mean we can't eat them raw?

Consider trying sunflower seeds as a healthy snack in place of your favorite salty potato chip. With all their health benefits, it will be worth the adjustment.

At some point, you may have tried to quit eating junk foods that are doing you no favors. Is it true that you can experience withdrawal symptoms from junk food?

Rice is a common staple in many meals. It's versatile and simple to prepare. With so many types of rice, you might be wondering, which kind is the healthiest?

Nutella's ingredients are sugar, palm oil, hazelnuts, skim milk, cocoa, lecithin, and vanillin, listed in order of amount.

Eating eggs for breakfast is a great way to jump-start your day. That's because eggs are high in protein. But exactly how much protein does one egg contain?

Protein powder seems like a simple, healthy addition to your diet, but not all containers of protein powder are created equal.