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Angelica Bottaro
Brown vs. White Eggs: Is One Healthier Than the Other?
People may think that brown and white eggs offer different nutrient makeups, but the only difference is the shell's color. The breed of...

Matthew Kadey, R.D.
What Are Nutrient-Dense Foods (And Why You Should Eat More of Them)
It’s not just about calories — it’s about how many nutrients you can pack into each calorie that counts. When you turn over a package in...

Cheryl Kochenderfer
15 Sneaky Tactics Fast Food Chains Use To Get You To Spend More
Have you ever budgeted $10 at a fast food joint and ended up spending $20? It's not just a lack of willpower. Fast food companies know...

A. Pawlowski
9 fruits with the most antioxidants, according to dietitians
Fruits are one of the top sources of antioxidants in the diet, providing powerful nutrients with every bite. Why is that a big deal?...

Matthew Solan
The facts on fiber
Think you eat enough fiber? Think again. Adults should eat 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories consumed. This is 28 to 34 grams of...

Laura Dorwart
Does Protein Boost Your Energy?
Technically, all food sources give the body energy in calories, but protein is not the body's primary energy source. Protein does...

Maria Cohut, Ph.D.
How diet affects cancer risk: What do recent studies say?
Over the years, many studies have suggested that our diets could influence our risk of cancer , particularly the risk of cancers...

Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN, LD
Is Ginger Good for You?
Ginger is a staple in most kitchens and medicine cabinets around the world, mainly due to its reputation for having many health benefits...

Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.
10 Food Safety Red Flags at Restaurants
Restaurant Red Flags When you walk into a restaurant you expect to eat delicious — and safe — food. However, this isn’t always the case....

Brianna Elliott, RD
The 9 Best Foods and Drinks to Have Before Bed
Getting good sleep can help reduce your chance of developing certain chronic illnesses, keep your brain healthy, and boost your immune...

Brandon Peters, MD
Is Eating Before Bed Bad For You?
Eating a meal directly before bed can come with consequences. After you eat, it takes several hours for your body to move food from your...

Corrie Pelc
Eating citrus fruit like oranges tied to 20% lower depression risk
An estimated 280 million people around the world live with clinical depression — a mental health condition that impacts a person’s mood...

Sharon Liao
Best and Worst Chinese Dishes for Your Health
Worst: Egg Rolls Sure, there are veggies in the filling. But egg rolls are anything but healthy. They’re wrapped in dough and deep-fried....

Dana Angelo White, M.S., R.D., A.T.C.
10 Foods That Can Help Boost Your Mood
Feeling a little down? While food may not be able to cure all that ails you, what you eat can certainly affect how you feel. Pasta Who...

Jeff Cattel
Cow’s Milk, Oat, Almond, and More: Which Milk Is Best for You?
Not too long ago, the only decision you had to make in the milk aisle was whole milk, 2 percent, 1 percent, or skim (fat-free). Now you...

Western New England University
Long-term grape consumption shown to improve muscle health in both men and women
A new study from Western New England University (WNE) has revealed that long-term grape consumption significantly impacts muscle health,...

Ian Randall
'Dessert Stomach' Is Real And It Lives in Your Brain
Couldn't eat another bite, but definitely have room for a slice or two of that oh-so-moist triple chocolate ganache cake? This is the...

Matthew Kadey, R.D.
10 Deliciously Simple Ways to Boost Your Fiber Intake
Fiber is one of the key three macronutrients, along with protein and fat, that are essential for good health. But Americans frequently...

Ferozan Mast
6 Chains That Use Real Whole Fish in Their Fish Sandwiches—Not Glorified Fish Sticks
Americans really love their fish sandwiches, so it's rare for a popular fast-food chain to not have at least one fish offering on their...

Brittany Lubeck, MS, RDN
The 5 Healthiest Fish to Eat and Which to Limit, According to a Dietitian
Fish is a nutrient-packed food recommended as part of a balanced diet. However, some options may be healthier than others regarding...
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