Diet

You had a bad day. You open the pantry. Suddenly, you’re halfway through a bag of chips, a sleeve of cookies, or a takeout order you didn’t even want an hour ago. Read More.

Smaller meals may mean fewer opportunities to get the protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals your body needs. Read More.

In a randomized clinical trial, the participants were assigned to three weight-loss diets – a low-carb ketogenic diet, a Mediterranean diet and a low-fat, mostly plant-based diet. Read More.

Scientists in Japan have identified a natural compound found in blueberries, grapes, and other berries that may help muscle cells burn excess fat instead of storing it. The compound, pterostilbene, reduced abnormal fat buildup in cultured mouse muscle cells by boosting fat breakdown and helping stabilize a key protein involved in fatty acid metabolism. Read More.

America’s decades-long push toward skim milk just hit a major reversal. The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030 say, “When consuming dairy, include full-fat dairy with no added sugars.” The document adds, “Dairy is an excellent source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.” Read More.

Most Americans are overweight. Whether the goal is to live longer, ease joint pain, breathe easier, or feel more confident, it’s no surprise as many as 42% of us are trying to lose weight. Read More.

The Minneapolis company has shifted to fruit- and vegetable-based dyes, as well as colors derived from spices like turmeric and paprika, to give its cereals their customary bright colors. Read More.

Feeling hungry all the time isn't necessarily a sign you're eating too little. Here's why, along with simple ways you can stay full longer. Read More.

These delicious foods pack an impressive nutritional punch—and you may already have some in your pantry. Read More.

Dehydration is a common warm-weather concern, and even mild dehydration can leave you feeling tired, headachy or slightly dizzy without you realizing why. And it’s not just your energy levels that take a hit. Hours in the sun can also leave your skin feeling dry, tight and overheated—or worse, sunburned. Read More.

A low-fat vegan diet may help people lose weight without counting calories, shrinking portions, or feeling constantly hungry. In a 16-week clinical trial, people eating mostly fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes consumed about 357 fewer calories per day even though the total amount of food they ate barely changed. Read More.

Eggs are one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can add to your breakfast plate. Not only are they an affordable source of protein, but they’re rich in many nutrients Americans tend to underconsume, including choline and vitamin D. Read More.

In some families, recipes are passed down through the generations like heirlooms. Likewise, old food myths about cooking have been handed down, too. While they may not be cherished, exactly, these age-old beliefs, possibly held by descendants from the distant past, still have the power to perplex and shape our culinary habits. We turned to nutrition experts to demystify some of the most common ones. Read More.

Weight loss can negatively affect bone health—but not with these science-backed tips. Read More.

About two out of three Americans have some level of cognitive decline by the age of 70. Given that, it’s understandable to want to keep your mind sharp as you age. And one study suggests that eating eggs may help. Read More.