Nutrition Tips

The government does not oversee or regulate this term, but other groups have stepped in. Look for the Animal Welfare Approved label and the Certified Humane Raised & Handled labels.

Most people tolerate the alkaloids just fine, but these toxin-containing compounds may trigger health issues in others.

The term is much more regulated than it used to be. Look for the USDA Organic label, which means that at least 95 percent of the ingredients are mostly free of pesticides and fertilizers.

Look for American Grassfed Association certification, which means animals were raised 100 percent on grass and forage — not grain.

Nightshade vegetables and fruits are nutrient-dense foods, delivering important antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Learn why these foods can be great for you — and how you can mitigate their effects if they bother you.

Are nightshades bad for you? For most people, these foods are a healthy part of a varied diet. But for others, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and potatoes can be problematic.

Herbs like basil, thyme, fennel, mint, and more can be used in cooking — and in herbal medicine.

Overfishing happens in both oceans and lakes.

Fish are frequently contaminated with persistent organic pollutants. Here are some tips on how to avoid toxins when you eat fish.

Fish offers a host of health benefits, but pollution, overfishing, and human-rights abuses have muddied the waters. Learn how to make more sustainable choices.

Butyrate can help keep inflammation in check by strengthening our gut lining.

Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid that plays a surprisingly big role in overall health.

If you have digestive challenges, a raw-foods diet might not be right for you. Here’s why.

Raw-food diets have many passionate advocates, but the benefits differ for different people. Learn how find a balance that’s right for you.

Cutting back on caffeine, eating magnesium-rich foods, and more can help support you while you are healing from chronic stress.