Diet

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.

Drinking a shot of olive oil every morning has ancient roots and is trending for its potential health benefits. Read More.

As we get older, eating habits can change for variety of reasons (hunger and appetite) cues change and certain foods may not agree with you like they once did). Read More.

Eating healthy can seem impossible. One minute you’re intermittent fasting, the next you’re planning for a snack every two hours.And while those habits might seem like an effective nutrition strategy, there’s a reason they aren’t always working as well as you expect.“Many people are making well intentioned choices, but they’re missing key pieces of the puzzle,” says Ulysses Wu, MD, with Hartford HealthCare. Read More.

Intermittent fasting, the eating plan that involves creating set amounts of time during which you fast or eat, has risen and fallen in popularity over the years. Read More.

Do you like to eat breakfast before a morning workout or train on an empty stomach? For me, it depends. Over the years, I’ve experimented with fasted and non-fasted training, and my conclusion is that there’s no hard and fast rule as to which is best. Read More.

When it comes to weight loss, convenience foods can either help or hinder your progress. While these foods may have a bad reputation, many options can actually support your weight-loss goals. In particular, frozen foods can be a game-changer. Read More.

Lettuce doesn't always get the respect it deserves. Often dismissed as "just water," it's easy to overlook in favor of darker leafy greens like kale or spinach. But registered dietitians say that's a mistake. Read More.

We all know that what you eat can affect your overall health—but new research suggests that when you eat might have an impact, too. Read More.