Eating and Nutrition - Videos

Who said loosing weight was easy? Not Jessica Simpson. She said its been a slow struggle but I have lost 60 pounds in 6 months since the birth of my daughter Maxwell.

Some diet plans include low-calorie sweeteners, while others ban them. Find out whether low-cal sweeteners can be part of a healthy diet.

Many people are willing to pay more money for organic food because they think it's the healthier option; however, a new study conducted by Stanford University shows that might not be the case. The Doctors weigh in.

Fitness expert John Basedow discusses how to kick the sugar habit for good and explains why it's so easy to get addicted to sweets.

Give up just 100 calories a day and lose that extra ten pounds in a year. But what does 100 calories look like? We'll break it down and show you simple ways to cut those extra calories.

Vitamins and supplements can provide added health benefits, but taking too many can actually produce the opposite effect. Learn how to obtain recommended daily nutrients through food sources, and see how to protect children from deadly iron overdoses.

Do you ever wonder what "gluten free" means on all those food products you see at the supermarket? Stefanie Cruz examines just what gluten is and why it's become important to some consumers.

We need a body image revolution, this time for gay men. With anorexia, bulimia & poor self-esteem on the rise, is today's pressure to look perfect too powerful?

We need a body image revolution, this time for gay men. With anorexia, bulimia & poor self-esteem on the rise, is today's pressure to look perfect too powerful? Joining Nancy Redd to discuss are guests Clay Arnold, Gregg McBride, John Delores and Davey Wavey.

Rumors abound about the safety of the sweetener in the blue packet, but are any of them true? Learn what the science really shows about aspartame.

The low-calorie sweetener sucralose - the one in the yellow packet - contains chlorine. Scary e-mail rumors say this makes the sweetener unsafe. Find out whether that's really true.

Can low-calorie sweeteners actually cause weight gain as some studies seem to suggest? Find out if there's any truth to this notion.

The FDA has recently approved two weight-loss drugs. It's the first time in almost 13 years that the FDA has approved any new drug for long-term weight loss. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Brian Quebbemann, cardiologist Dr. John Kennedy and Elaine Morrato, an associate professor in health systems, management and policy with the Colorado School of Public Health, join Dr. Travis to weigh in on the risks and benefits of weight-loss drugs.

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork sets the record straight about the health benefits of vitamin supplements.

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork sets the record straight on the health benefits of coffee.

Lisa participated in a clinical trial for a weight-loss drug and lost 40 pounds. She acknowledges that she gained back the weight after going off the pill, which put her at risk for diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Despite the risks, Lisa says, "I would rather be on a drug the rest of my life that lets me lose weight and be healthy than have to get sick and then be on a drug to control that the rest of my life. That's my choice."

The Relish Cooking Show's Chef Steve gives the inside scoop on buying and preparing gluten-free pasta.

Red wine is often touted for its power to prevent heart disease. But some research suggests that other types of alcohol such as white wine and beer may be just as beneficial.

Orange juice is one of the most popular beverages in the world. Consumers today have a large selection of OJ options when it comes to getting extra pulp, calcium or vitamins in their glass. Jason Shoultz runs down the choices and gives you the inside information on OJ as it goes from tree to table.

Sweet potatoes were being enjoyed by native tribes in the Americas centuries before explorers made their way to the New World. There are reports of people growing sweet potatoes in Peru as far back as 750 B.C

Getting your children to follow a healthy diet can sometimes be a real challenge. School officials in Madison, Wisconsin decided to bring chefs into the classroom and let students prepare foods. The goal is to help them better understand what goes into a good meal, and expose their taste buds to other options.

Do you swoon over spaghetti? Does your mouth water for meatballs? Chef Rocco DiSpirito shares easy tips for cutting the calories and keeping the taste in your favorite Italian meals.

How to make the right, healthy choices for your heart.

A powerful drug-resistant germ has just emerged thanks to antibiotic use on farms. Could we be facing the end of penicillin? What will it take to get FDA oversight?

Several months ago, The Doctors challenged Collette, a self-professed junk food junkie, to eat fresh. Collete joins The Doctors to share her progress.

Dr. Oz Garcia, author of The Food Cure for Kids and pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears explain how mucus buildup can trigger ear infections in children. See which foods can help treat and prevent ear infections from occurring.

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains what happens to your body when you go on a dietary cleanse.

Discover which foods can help relieve heartburn with Dr. Travis and a participant from the crowd.

Red pepper can spice up your food and boost your metabolism. Learn about its health benefits, as well as some creative ways to add it to your favorite dishes.

Of all the weird diet plans we've heard of, and there are many, this is one of the strangest: not eating food the same color as your plate. It's the diet that Kelly Osborne credits with helping her lose 60 lbs in two years, which has allowed her to shop in the children's section of the Gap again.