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7 Foods High in Magnesium That Aren't Pumpkin Seeds
One ounce of dried pumpkin seeds provides around 165 milligrams (mg) of magnesium. Several common foods pack in nearly the same amount...
Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD


Trouble Sleeping? Try Adding These Vegetables to Your Dinner Plate
There are a lot of factors that could help you boost the odds of having a good night's sleep, and your diet is definitely one of them....
Lisa Milbrand


Alternative Treatments for Digestive Problems
Probiotics Probiotics are live microorganisms found in fermented foods and supplements. Probiotics may help with various digestive...
WebMD Editorial Contributor


Gut Health from a Doctor’s Perspective: How to Strengthen Digestion and Support Long-Term Health
Gut health has become one of the buzziest topics in wellness, but how much of it is hype, and how much is truly essential to your...
Ari Howard


20 Things Food-Safety Experts Won’t Eat
The Food Safety Diet Food safety experts live and breathe the words they preach (I call it the “food safety diet”). They have seen cases...
Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.


6 Foods to Boost Prostate Health
Though the exact role of diet in prostate health isn’t clear, several theories exist. Some experts believe that the high fat, high-sugar...
Ashley Marcin


9 Drinks That Can Improve Your Gut Health, According To Nutritionists
A happy gut isn’t just about avoiding tummy troubles. It’s tied to better digestion , a stronger immune system, and even potentially...
Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD


6 Foods That Help You Poop and Relieve Constipation Naturally
Adjusting your diet can be a natural and effective way to alleviate constipation and support your digestive system. Beyond just adding...
Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC


Is Gut Health Linked to Colon Cancer?
The health of the gut and the balance of the microbiome inside the gut play an important role in colon cancer. Changes in the gut...
Elizabeth Pratt


15 Surprising Foods That Cause Gas
Apples The teachers’ favorite contains sorbitol, a sugar that's naturally in many fruits. Some people's bodies can’t absorb it properly,...
Poonam Sachdev


The Benefits of Iced Tea—and How Much to Drink to Get Them
When the mercury rises and the sun is blazing, nothing satisfies like a frosty drink. You might slake your thirst with a cold brew, a...
Randi Gollin


15 Surprising Foods That Cause Gas
Apples The teachers’ favorite contains sorbitol, a sugar that's naturally in many fruits. Some people's bodies can’t absorb it properly,...
Poonam Sachdev


7 Small Changes You Can Make To Improve Your Gut Health
The good news is that things you do every day can help your gut. The opposite is also true – and daily habits can negatively affect gut...
Serena Ball, M.S., R.D.


The Best Supplement to Help You Poop, According to Gut Health Experts
Constipation is a common digestive issue that can leave you feeling bloated, sluggish and downright uncomfortable. When stool moves too...
Johannah Haney


You Should Aim To Eat 30 Different Plants a Week
Counting up the number of plants you eat in a week might help you have a healthier gut. Researchers found that eating at least 30...
Serena Ball, M.S., R.D.


4 Nutrients Americans Don’t Get Enough Of — And What You Can Do About It
In today’s diet culture, so much of the focus is on eating less, cutting certain foods out and demonizing certain nutrients (often...
Christine Byrne, MPH, RD


Cardiologists Reveal Another Health Benefit of Dark Chocolate
For many, few things are more comforting than a hot cup of tea paired with a piece of chocolate—and now, new research suggests this...
Lucy Notarantonio


The #1 Juice for Gut Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
Looking for a gut-healthy drink to add to your routine? Gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab, D.O. recently shared his favorite juice, which...
Danielle DeAngelis


7 Salt Substitutes and How to Use Them
A dash of table salt to liven up a bland dish here and there may not seem like a big deal, but you’re probably getting more salt than you...
Lauren Bedosky, AARP


12 Medications That Don’t Mix Well With Coffee
Coffee contains caffeine and other substances that may affect how your body absorbs, uses, and breaks down certain medications. Caffeine...
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH
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