Nutrients
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How Healthy People Decode Labels
All natural? No additives? Our experts help you separate the hype from the reality in the grocery aisle.
Is Raw-Milk Cheese Safe to Eat?
Most people do not need to avoid raw-milk cheeses, says our expert.
Can People Who Are Dairy Intolerant Eat Cheese?
It depends. But, goat and sheep cheeses are often tolerable for people with lactose and casein intolerances.
Is Cheese Good for You?
Is cheese healthy? Many nutrition experts believe it can be if we’re thoughtful about sourcing, ingredients, and quality.
Understanding the Role Your pH Balance Plays in Your Health
Some foods make you acid. Some foods make you alkaline. But why should you care about alkaline versus acidic? Here’s what everyone should know about how to balance the body’s pH.
Top 9 Foods to Support Recovery From Addiction
The following foods can support the body nutritionally as it adjusts and rebuilds during recovery.
Nutrition for Addiction Recovery
What you eat can play a key role in overcoming both drug and alcohol addiction.
Here’s What Not to Eat When You Have a Cold
The foods and beverages you shun when you’re sick can be just as important as those you eat.
The Best Supplements for Colds
Integrative nutritionist Kathie Swift, RDN, MS, recommends the following supplements when fighting off a cold.
11 Foods to Eat When You Have a Cold
Feeling sick? Conquer a cold by eating wisely. Here are several foods that can make you feel better.
The Pros and Cons of Eating Soy
Should you consume soy? Health experts answer key questions about this sometimes-confusing food.
9 Healing Herbs
Herbs were our first wonder drugs, and they remain powerful medicine to this day. Learn more about these health-promoting plants.
The Truth About Refined Grains
When ground into flours, most grains act like sugar in the body, triggering weight gain, inflammation and blood-sugar imbalances. Here’s why whole kernels are a better option than processed grains.
Is CBD Effective?
What is CBD? Our integrative-health experts explain how cannabidiol works to relieve pain, anxiety, and more.
Umami: The Secret Flavor
Sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. These are the four familiar tastes we’ve come to know best. And then there’s the fifth flavor — umami.
What You Need to Know About the Keto Diet
Is the keto diet safe? Nutrition experts explain the pros and cons of this popular protocol.
What You Need to Know About Histamine Intolerance
Understand the role of histamines in the body — and which foods to avoid if they’re causing problems.
10 Steps to Climate-Friendly Eating
How changing what’s on your plate can help heal the planet.
How to Heal a Leaky Gut
Your intestines are home to a great deal of your digestive system, nervous system, and immune system. Here’s how to heal your gut lining and avoid leaky gut syndrome.
How to Get More Collagen
Learn how to use food and supplements to boost your body’s collagen production.
What to Eat for Healthy Skin
Your skin’s appearance is a reflection of your inner health. Learn what to eat and what to avoid for a healthy complexion.