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All about food allergies
Life at the dinner table looks different for people with food allergies, which often is confused with food intolerance. Understand the differences to help manage your meal planning.
Plant power: Using diet to lower cancer risk
Fruits and veggies may lower the risk of certain types of cancer. Learn how phytochemicals found in plants protect your body from damage and slow down cancer processes.
Intermittent fasting: Fad or valid weight-loss solution?
One of the latest diet trends is intermittent fasting. But is it healthy? Learn about the different approaches and if it's a safe weight-loss option for you.
Eat the rainbow for good health
Colorful fruits and veggies offer health benefits from a stronger immune system to reduced risk of chronic disease. Here's how to paint your plate.
What you eat promotes radiant hair, skin and nails naturally
Potions, lotions and supplements to achieve healthy hair, skin and nails can be expensive. Instead, spend that money on groceries. What you eat can give you radiant results naturally.
Food intolerance or food allergy?
Food intolerances are common, but people often confuse intolerance with allergies. Learn how to distinguish between the two.
Gluten-free: What does that mean?
A gluten-free diet helps manage symptoms of celiac disease and other medical conditions associated with gluten. Find out how it can affect your overall nutritional needs.
Are you getting too much protein?
Protein bars, shakes and powders claim to curb appetite, help with weight loss and build muscle. But what’s the real story? Find out in this Q&A.
Chia seeds pack nutritional punch
Chia seeds are an excellent source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Learn how these small, but mighty, seeds can help with weight loss and decrease your risk of developing diabetes or heart disease.
Eating healthy on a budget
Food budget getting squeezed? These tips can help you save money without pinching your healthy eating goals.
Is sea salt healthier than table salt?
Sea salt has become increasingly popular in recipes. But is it really a reason to put the salt shaker back on the table? Find out if it's healthier, and get other options for other seasonings.
Flaxseed: Tiny nutritional powerhouse
Flaxseed is tiny, but it's health benefits are big: fiber, omega-3 fatty acid and antioxidant protection. Plus, it's easy to amp up everyday foods like oatmeal with flaxseed.