Food and Nutrition
Food and nutrition affect both body and mind. Learn about all aspects of food and nutrition, from vitamins to aging to natural foods.
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Bagel, Muffin or Doughnut: Which Is the Best and Worst, Healthwise?
When you're grabbing something to go with your coffee in the morning, which of these three baked treats will do the least damage to your health?
6 Fruits Loaded With Sugar
We all know we should eat more fruit, but you may want to limit your intake of these.
Is Kimchi Good or Bad for You?
Kimchi has a reputation for being a healthy dish, thanks to the vegetables, spices and fermentation process that promotes healthy bacteria. But are there any drawbacks?
10 'Healthy' Foods That Really Aren't
Did you really want that protein bar or do you just think it's better for you than a cookie? Maybe it is, maybe it isn't. Here are 10 products that people think must be good for you but may not be.
Is Microwave Popcorn Really Dangerous?
Or is this just a load of hot air?
The Great Egg-Cholesterol Debate Just Got More Scrambled
Confused about whether to embrace or avoid eating eggs if you're watching your cholesterol? A new, large study suggests you should avoid eggs, but nutritionists aren't all convinced.
Do Microgreens Deliver Macro Nutrition?
Microgreens are all the rage now and many people swear that they're tastier and healthier than the bigger vegetables. But what does the science say?
U.S. Workers Get 1,292 Extra Calories per Week From Snacks at Work
Put down the donuts! Free food on the job can be hazardous to your health.
Is Hummus Really Healthy?
Hummus is a chickpea dip that has surged in popularity in the U.S. over the past decade. It sure seems healthy but is it really?
What the Heck Is in Movie Theater Popcorn?
Are you really sure you want to know?
Got Milk? It Might Depend on Whether It Came From a Cow or a Plant
The FDA is considering whether to enforce a rule that restricts usage of the term 'milk' to dairy products. But makers of plant-based milks like soy milk and almond milk are fighting back.
Going Nuts for Nuts Could Improve Your Health
A slew of new research suggests eating more nuts is not just good for your heart, but it's also good for your waistline.
Do You Need Soap to Get Your Dishes Clean?
We spend millions on dishwashing detergents every year, but how necessary is soap to the cleanliness of our dishes?
Actually, We're Not Overdoing It on the Salt
A worldwide study found that although most people consumed more salt than was recommended, it wasn't enough to do damage to their heart health. And there wasn't much of a link between sodium consumption and heart attacks.
How Salmonella Can Wind Up in Your Breakfast Cereal
Sure you can get salmonella from eating contaminated produce or meat, but your beloved breakfast cereal? Really?
The FDA and America's Frightening Food System
The FDA is supposed to ensure the foods we eat are safe. But do you know what's in the foods you're eating?
Why Are People Eating Activated Charcoal?
Activated charcoal is making its way into smoothies, pills and food of all kinds these days. What's the truth behind the health claims?
The Case for and Against Taking Fish Oil Pills
Is something fishy with all those fish oil supplements?
Do Nutrition Labels on Restaurant Menus Trim Down Calorie Consumption?
Researchers looked at several studies before finding inconclusive results.
Salt: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
The sodium in salt causes most of the damage to our organs, so how much is necessary for survival?
​Room-temp Pizza: A Gamble or Good-to-go?
Leftover pizza is practically a staple in college dorms and bachelor pads, but is it safe to eat at room temperature?
'Raw Water' Is Having a Moment
Some alternative health practitioners advocate drinking untreated water because it's 'healthier' for you. But scientists do not agree.
Big Sugar and Its Not-so-sweet Cover-Up
The average American eats 66 pounds of sugar every year, but the sugar industry doesn't want us to how much damage its doing to our bodies.
More Reasons Not to Eat Raw Cookie Dough
Raw flour has been shown to harbour nasty bacteria, even E. coli.
Why a Second Breakfast Can Be Good for Us
A second breakfast can be just as beneficial as a first breakfast.
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