Diet

Most Americans don't get enough fiber, and, frankly, the nutrient could use a rebrand. Thankfully, people on social media have taken matters into their own hands, coining the term "fibermaxxing," which basically means eating more fiber—ideally, 25 to 35 grams daily, depending on your calorie needs. Read More.

A study found that people with type 2 diabetes tend to be deficient in several micronutrients. Vitamin D, vitamin B12 and magnesium were the most common deficiencies. Read More.

Despite the growing popularity of GLP-1 medications for weight loss, many people prefer to stick to a healthy diet instead. Read More.

Headlines about ultra-processed foods abound. Though they’ve become a staple in the American diet, the type of food is proving to have detrimental effects on human health. Read More.

Registered dietitians explain why a raspberry banana yogurt parfait is the best high-fiber breakfast for better blood sugar and how the nutrients in this meal support stable blood sugar levels. Read More.

Choosing sourdough can make bread more enjoyable and easier to digest thanks to its slow fermentation process. Read More.

A first-of-its-kind study in twins found that taking daily protein and prebiotic supplements can improve memory test scores in people over age 60. Read More.

Shopping for bread can be overwhelming. With so many options available, knowing what types to buy can be difficult, especially if nutrition is a priority. It doesn't help that many store-bought packaged breads have extensive ingredient lists, which can be daunting to navigate. Read More.

When you pick up a prescription from your local pharmacy, you’re given instructions on how to take the medication. But when you purchase a dietary supplement like turmeric, you likely aren’t getting the same detailed advice. Read More.

A new analysis suggests that people who stop taking Ozempic-like medications keep off about 25 percent of the weight they lost, up to a year later. But here's the catch: it's not known how much of this weight loss is muscle rather than fat. Read More.

New dietary guidelines embrace full-fat dairy but cap saturated fat at 10% of daily calories. We asked experts to untangle the confusing math for your diet. Read More.

Snacking often gets a bad rap–especially when you do it before bed. But, for the 48% of U.S. adults who have hypertension (high blood pressure) according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a before-bed snack may actually be beneficial for your health.1 Indeed, as long as you choose the right foods, having a bite to eat at night can help you manage high blood pressure—and these snacks are great at other times of the day, too. Read More.

Explore behavior modification ideas for managing weight, including making small changes to your environment, mealtimes, food preparation and exercise routines. Read More.

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is a molecule derived, among others, from vitamin B3. Read More.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new push Thursday to get medical schools to teach more about nutrition. Read More.