Nutrition - Health Digest

Anne Taylor

This Is What Happens When You Accidentally Eat A Produce Sticker

Have you ever bitten into an apple only to realize that you took a chunk of the produce sticker with you?

Anne Taylor

The Ingredients You Need To Watch Out For In Your Oatmeal

Oatmeal can be a fantastic breakfast option. Oats are packed with health benefits, but some products contain unhealthy ingredients.

Anne Taylor

Should You Talk To Your Doctor Before You Start Taking Supplements?

Supplements have become so popular that entire grocery store aisles are now dedicated to them. But should you talk to a doctor before you take them?

Anne Taylor

The One Ingredient You Should Watch Out For In The Tea You're Drinking

Tea is an incredibly popular beverage that is enjoyed around the world. While there are many benefits to this drink, there are also some potential downsides.

Anne Taylor

Can You Take Zinc On An Empty Stomach?

Our bodies can't produce zinc, so it is necessary to get this mineral through our diets or supplements.

Anne Taylor

The One Ingredient That Shouldn't Be In The Bread You're Eating

Bread has been eaten for years, but many products today are filled with artificial ingredients to enhance the food's taste, color, and texture.

Anne Taylor

The Ingredient In Your Food That Could Be Giving You Gas

No one enjoys feeling bloated or gassy after eating. This ingredient may be causing negative side effects.

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Anne Taylor

You Should Stop Drinking Protein Shakes If This Happens To You

Protein shakes can cause some side effects in certain people.

Anne Taylor

How Many Eggs Can You Eat On The Paleo Diet?

Can you eat too many eggs on this diet?

Anne Taylor

The Diet You Should Eat To Benefit Your Skin Type

Your skin is the largest organ of your body, so it's important to take care of it both internally and externally.

Anne Taylor

When You Eat Tuna Every Day, This Is What Happens

Tuna is an affordable seafood option that can be used in everything from sushi to casseroles to sandwiches, but it also comes with some controversy.

Robin Rothstein

These Herbs Could Be Risky For Your Liver

Herbs including aloe vera, black cohosh, cascara, chaparral, comfrey, ephedra, and kava can cause liver damage, including toxic hepatitis.

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Maria Faller

What Happens To Your Body When You Take BCAAs Every Day

BCAAs are widely known for their support in muscle recovery, including decreasing muscle damage and reducing soreness, but can also help boost immunity.

Michelle Washmuth

Avoid These Foods If You Have Too Much Saliva

Overproduction of saliva can actually be a health issue, but there are some foods you can avoid if you're mitigating an issue with too much saliva.

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Maria Faller

The One Thing You Always Want To See On Your Supplement Bottle

When purchasing a dietary supplement, check the container for a yellow and green seal of approval from the USP, that reads "USP Verified."

Catherine Caruso

The Real Health Benefits Of Lentils

Lentils are high in fiber and protein, full of other nutrients, and can help manage your cholesterol levels and improve gut and heart health.

Molly Hurford

The Big Difference Between Omega-3s And Omega-6s

Omega-3s and Omega-6 fats as the two fat sources that we need for optimal health, but there are significant differences between the two.

Andra Picincu

You Have Too Much Vitamin K If This Happens To You

Too much vitamin K in your system is rare, but it can cause blood clotting issues, hemolytic anemia, dizziness, confusion, jaundice, and weakness.

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Catherine Caruso

What It Really Means When Your Body Can't Absorb Iron

Consuming iron from food and supplements can help many people avoid deficiency, but some disorders and illnesses prevent the body from absorbing the mineral.

Lauren DeMello

Is MiO Good For You?

MiO is a calorie-free, sugar-free flavored water enhancer found on most grocery store shelves. But are these drinks healthy?

Kharissa Forte

Why Eating Bananas Can Help You After You Have Surgery

If you've ever felt sick after surgery, you know it is debilitating. Eating foods, such as bananas, that energize the body and position it to recover is key.

Ruth Clark

Can You Drink Too Much Hot Tea?

Whether you're suffering from a sore throat or broken heart, there's nothing like a soothing mug of hot tea. But is it possible to overdo it on the tea?

Woman with low back pain due to osteoporosis

Andra Picincu

The Supplement You Need If You Have Osteoporosis

Calcium supports bone growth and repair, and thus can help slow bone loss and osteoporosis.

Kimberly Smith

Vitamins You Shouldn't Be Taking Together

Supplements are often presented as a positive addition to healthy living, but some combinations taken too close together can negate effects.

Robin Rothstein

Mistakes That Are Making Your Coffee Unhealthy

Coffee gets you going in the morning and has a host of health benefits, but preparing coffee any old way may make your coffee downright unhealthy.

Molly Hurford

What Are FODMAPs?

FODMAPs are a type of carbohydrates that include lactose and fructose (dairy and fruit), but there are plenty of other grains and vegetables on the list.

Nicole LaMarco

Here's The Maximum Amount Of Salt You Should Have In A Day

Most Americans are eating way too much salt per day. Here's the maximum amount of salt you should have in a day and ways to avoid too much sodium.