Nutrition Tips

Feeling confused about what to eat? Unsure about which foods are safest, best for you, and best for the environment? Join the club — then join the ranks of a new group of informed eaters and good-food advocates who are bringing a variety of better, clearer, more satisfying choices into view — and within reach.

Too much? Too little? What to drink and when? Staying hydrated doesn’t have to be confusing – especially once you’re armed with these slick tips from sports-nutrition experts.

Phytochemicals — plant-based micronutrients that contain protective, disease-preventing compounds — might just be the best-kept secret in nutrition.

Discover the power of plant protein. You’ll get all the protein you need plus reap a rich nutritional harvest.

The ideal diet, the spot-on supplement strategy — can a few simple tests help you carve out the one and only nutritional program that’s perfect for you?

Don’t assume that aging equals poor health, says John La Puma, MD. With a healthy diet, you can turn back the clock.

Help your kids decode food packaging and labels and you’ll equip them with a healthy-living skill they can use forever. And you might notice less whining — starting now.

Running on empty? Drop that candy bar and fuel up on healthy foods that keep you going strong.

Reducing your daily intake of toxic compounds can make a dramatic difference in your health.

Dr. Mark Hyman weighs in on the top-five foods to eat regularly – and the top five to avoid.

Have you considered a move toward healthier, whole-food choices? Authors Anna Lappé and Bryant Terry share insights and ideas to get you eating in the right direction.

Are you eating the same five or six foods every day? Stop! Enjoying a range of diverse fruits, veggies and lean proteins can help you correct chronic nutrient deficiencies – and even avoid food intolerances.

The effects of sugar on the body go beyond cavities. High blood-sugar levels have many negative health impacts, including many inflammation-based diseases. Here’s how to cut back and balance your blood-sugar levels.

Wondering what to eat before and after your workouts? Learn the essentials of fueling for optimal energy, recovery and health.

While fresh produce is generally best, with a little nutritional know-how, you can eat healthy from your market’s freezer case and canned-foods aisle, too.

Until recently, consumers had no way of knowing precisely how much trans fat lurked in their favorite foods. But now, a new food-labeling regulation gives us all a better shot at eliminating this danger from our diets.

Oodles of noodles aren’t the only secret to successful pre-race fueling. Here’s a closer look at how to maximize your energy supply.

Food makers are adding vitamins, minerals and other beneficial ingredients to conventional foods, but the value of such enhanced products is still a matter of debate.

Dairy-industry growth hormones boost milk production, but raise questions – like, what if they wind up in the milk we drink? Here’s what you should know about the research into possible risks, including early-onset puberty and antibiotic resistance.

Did you give up on grains entirely when you cut down on carbs? Or are you a white-bread and refined-flour junkie? Either way, it might be time to take a closer look at the value of whole-grain goods.

When reality bites, eating right becomes essential. Stress and worry deplete your nutritional stores, destabilize your blood sugar, and reduce your stamina. Here’s what you need to know about building and maintaining a well-rounded diet that can withstand the pressure.