Diet

A modern eating pattern with religious roots, intermittent fasting may improve health markers like blood pressure and cholesterol while raising questions about long-term health effects. Read More.

After a shocking pre-diabetes diagnosis, an active grandfather transformed his health by eating slower and making better food choices, lowering blood sugar levels and losing 27 pounds. Read More.

A mouse study shows that dietary oleic acid, a key Mediterranean diet component, protects against age-related bone and microbiome damage triggered by periodontal infection. In contrast, a Western-style palmitic acid diet worsens bone loss and destabilizes the gut microbiome. Read More.

The MAHA report called out health risks in kids associated with food dyes. But the connection isn't that clearcut, experts say. Read More.

Expert Tip of the Day, a dietitian reveals the important macronutrient that gets overlooked when we focus too much on protein goals. Read More.

There's so much fresh produce to choose from right now. Start with these nutritious picks. Read More.

Everyone needs protein — it's vital for the growth, repair and maintenance of your muscles, bones and skin. Read More.

One man reversed heart disease through his diet, and now his daughter is a local chef helping others achieve health goals through food. Read More.

Food is medicine (FIM) programs that incorporate healthy food into health care for people with or at high risk for chronic disease show great potential in improving diet quality and food security, but additional research is needed to understand clinical outcomes, according to a systematic review of randomized controlled trials in the U.S conducted by the American Heart Association. Read More.

A new study finds that levels of the amino acid, popular among longevity enthusiasts, don't decline as we get older, raising questions about its use as a supplement. Read More.

Researchers found the artificial sweetener called neotame in popular e-cigarette brands. But what exactly is it – and why haven't you heard of it before? Read More.

Not all sugars are equal when it comes to our diabetes risk, according to a recent study. Read More.

Olive oil is known as a superfood, but new research suggests it could promote weight gain, more than other fats. Read More.

The oldest cheese samples that survive today were found in the necks of Bronze Age mummies in China. Read More.

Eating cereal for breakfast may be a habit you want to break, either for yourself or your kids. A recent study finds newer cereals have more sugar, fat and salt. Read More.