Eating and Nutrition - Super Foods

Decoding 10 Nutritional Buzzwords

Superfood? Energy-boosting? Understanding what these phrases actually mean.

10 Foods You Should Eat Everyday

Are you taking advantage of these nutritional superstars?

9 Important Nutrients You May Be Missing

No matter how healthy your diet, you may be falling short on some of these key vitamins and minerals.

Drink Up: Your Guide to Tea

Sip this brew for multiple health benefits.

Exotic Berries: Introducing Aronia, Acai, and More

Are these hard-to-find berries worth it?

Spice up Your Holidays

6 warming favorites that kick up the flavor of both sweet and savory dishes.

6 Healthy (and Simple) Supermarket Food Finds

Quick and easy menu ideas.

Resistant Starch: What it Is and How it Could Improve Your Health

Starches have a bad reputation. But resistant starches go against the grain.

Deviled Eggs: Have Egg Yolks Been Demonized?

This breakfast table basic has stood the test of time. But exactly how healthy are eggs?

Chia: The Super Seed You Need to Eat

You may have heard of chia, but just what is this super seed?

8 Superfoods for Super Health

Make these nutrient-rich foods a part of your diet, and reap the results.

Moringa: The New Super Food?

Many people of Africa see the Moringa oleifera tree as a "miracle" plant, claiming it's responsible for rapidly curing malnutrition. Learn more about this vitamin-rich, mineral-rich food.

Boost Your Health With Berries

Slim down, fight cancer, increase your brain power. Learn more about the big health benefits linked to these colorful, little super foods.

Super Food Spotlight: Quinoa

Quinoa seeds contain essential amino acids along with healthy quantities of calcium, phosphorus, and iron. It's time to get your quinoa on.

The Growing Popularity of Banana Leaf

Learn more about this versatile and nutritious kitchen staple.

How to Choose Healthy Juices

Not all juices are created equal. Here s how to pick the most healthful sip.

Healthy Spotlight: Kale

If you're wondering why all the buzz about this popular leafy green, find out what makes it a nutritional powerhouse and how you can enjoy it as a part of your healthy diet.

Eat More Avocados

The healthy fats in an avocado make this fruit a skincare superstar. But that's not all it has to offer. Here are some other great benefits.

The Mediterranean Diet and Melanoma

Going Mediterranean may offer protective benefits against skin cancer. That's on top of the other health benefits this easy-to-follow diet serves up.

Beyond Protein: 4 Foods That Feed Muscles

Protein plays a crucial role in building muscle, but it's not the only player. Here's what else your body craves.

A New Diet Tool?

An extract derived from unroasted coffee beans is showing promise as a weight-loss agent.

Have You Checked Out Your Local Farmers' Market?

Farmers' markets are growing in popularity, and it's easy to see why. Food that's locally grown and harvested can reap some big benefits. Learn more.

More Mushrooms, Less Meat

Mushrooms (and certain other vegetarian ingredients) can have a positive effect on weight management. Here's how to add more meatless meals to your recipe repertoire.

5 Foods That Deserve More Love

Add these too-often-overlooked nutrition powerhouses to your daily diet.

Clay: The Great Health Elixir?

Learn about one man's positive experience with eating clay, and what his adversaries think.

Could Your Child Be Nutritionally Deficient?

In a country where obesity is a growing problem, so is the issue of poor nutrition. What are some of the most common nutritonal deficiencies, and how can you ensure your child's getting enough of what she needs?

Top Foods That Relieve Breast Tenderness

For most women, breast tenderness is no big deal. But for others, it can be downright painful. Learn how some dietary modifications may help bring relief.

Nuts: A Nutritional Superstar for Diabetes

Today and maybe every day, have a handful of almonds or walnuts. Find out how these diabetes-friendly foods can help your health.

Can Red Wine Help Cure Prostate Cancer?

Raise a glass to this recent finding: A compound in red wine may make prostate tumor cells more responsive to radiation treatment.

The Rewards of Adding More Legumes to Your Meals

Legumes (think lentils and beans) deliver a hefty dose of nutrition at a sensible price. Try them in soups, salads, and even desserts.