Eating and Nutrition - Original Articles

Chocolate lovers cling to claims that this sweet treat helps the heart. What's the real truth?

Can a bite before bed cause you to have vivid dreams or even nightmares? Here's what one study says.

We separate fact from fiction for these common digestive misconceptions.

Don't dine out at a restaurant that hurts your bank account and your waistline. Eat in with these recipes that are light on your diet and on your wallet.

Many Americans are ignoring their health due to the dismal economic climate.

It's one of the hardest things people can tackle, especially as they get older. Here's a look at dieting by the numbers.

When it comes to a healthy body, the number on the scale may not be telling the whole story.

Thanks to TV ads erectile dysfunction is no longer under the covers. Still, misconceptions remain. Learn what causes impotence and ways to reduce your risk.

Stress can stir up an emotional appetite that can lead to overeating. The best solution is to find something other than food to take the edge off.

High cholesterol puts you at a higher risk for serious health conditions, including heart attack and stroke. Here's a look at cholesterol by the numbers.

Proper eating can have an enormous impact on your health. Here's a look at nutrition by the numbers.

Dealing with a vegetarian in a household of carnivores can be challenging, but rest assured, everyone can co-exist peacefully.

You already know it's good for you. Here are the tips and tricks to make your salad a nutritional powerhouse.

There's no doubt that shedding excess pounds is a big boost to your health and well-being, but not everything is totally rosy after weight loss.

Boost your well-being with a fragrance garden. It's easy to grow therapeutic herbs and flowers with these tips.

Here are the safest food choices for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.

The next time you head to the market, be sure to place these cardiovascular winners in your cart.

A university study suggests that the right proteins could help lower blood pressure in patients with diabetes.

Learn how the body reacts to different types of fat, plus get tips on incorporating the right ones into your diet.

You can still have your coffee (and doughnut, too!) if you follow these four common-sense suggestions.

Satisfy your sweet tooth while still keeping your blood sugar in check with these simple tips.

Your body creates vitamin D by synthesizing UV rays. But that doesn't mean skimping on sunscreen. There are safer ways.

With a wealth of antioxidants, green tea is used for weight loss, skin care, and for anti-aging. Is it too good to be true?

In researching ways to make your diet more healthful, you may have come across the terms "refined" or "unrefined." But what exactly do they mean?

Hormones are key players to keeping your digestive system running smoothly. Here s what you can do to maximize their potential.

Recent statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) give women at birth an average life expectancy of 80.4 years compared with 75.4 years for men. So why is there such a gap?

Here's how to pick the right scale to support your goal of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.

Rosacea, which often causes constant redness in the face, can be frustrating and difficult to treat, but there are steps you can take to manage the condition.

From entr es and desserts to sodas and sides, Americans are supersizing. Learn how to choose healthier portions.

Headaches are among the most common pain symptoms in the world. Learn about the different types of headaches and what causes them.