Nutrients

Why more farmers are growing heirloom-wheat varieties that are less troublesome for people with gluten sensitivities.

Five key types of food combos to avoid and what they can teach us about how to eat for better health (and less digestive distress).

Eating an optimal mix of vitamins and minerals is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Here’s how to enhance your diet with five key nutrients.

That is the question many health experts are asking about this hugely popular protein. While it does deliver some nutritional benefits, it’s best to enjoy in moderation.

Stock your cupboards with wholesome essentials and create easy, satisfying meals — fast.

Genetically modified food is everywhere in America’s supermarkets and restaurants. And since it’s not labeled, most of us have no idea how much of it we’re eating — or how much it’s affecting our health.

This popular “natural” sweetener appears less problematic than its artificial counterparts, but it could still have health consequences of its own.

All processed foods are not created equal — especially those that claim to be healthy. Here’s what to watch out for on a product’s label and where to turn for better alternatives.

Fans of the CLA supplements believe it does. Here’s the skinny on how CLA works and whether or not it can help with weight loss.

Your guide to making the most of your body’s beneficial bugs — for gut health, immunity, metabolism and more.

Your neon tights, parachute pants and leg warmers are long gone, so why are you eating like it’s 1985?

Are your eating and drinking patterns giving you heartburn? Are over-the-counter medications making it worse? Here’s how to find out — and fix acid reflux for good.

How intermittently halting our food intake can improve health and metabolism — with zero risk of starvation.

Made from rice, soy, coconut, almonds and more, alternatives to cow’s milk abound. Here’s how to make sense of your options.

Trying to eat more veggies and fruits? Here’s what the experts, including The Juice Lady, Cherie Calbom, MS, say about the pros and cons of juicing.

Managing your weight isn’t just about the number of calories you eat. It’s also — and perhaps primarily — about the quality and character of those calories. Here’s why.

Microwave ovens are a marvel of modern engineering — but could they also be a menace to your health?

There’s been a lot of controversy lately about vitamin D recommendations. If you’re confused about how much you should be taking, you’re not alone.

Most of the processed foods we eat are studded with mysterious additives. They extend shelf life. They create exciting flavors, colors and textures. But they don’t do great things for our health. Find out which ones to avoid, and why.

Some dietary fats we should avoid, others we must embrace. Knowing the difference could change — or even save — your life.

Dr. Mark Hyman debunks 4 claims surrounding soy.