How does the food we eat give us energy? From the anti-inflammatory benefits of a garlic-rich diet to the digestive impact of oatmeal and berries, understanding nutrient synergy is the foundation of an effective detox diet.
You have a cold. You feel miserable. Tempted to reach for junky comfort foods? Think twice. Many of them will do more harm than good in your fight to get well. That’s because it’s doubly important to steer clear of foods that dehydrate, provoke inflammation or disrupt sleep when you have a cold.
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41-year old elementary school teacher Angela shares her experience with Jenny Craig – and the real secret to losing weight.
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If you’ve ever eaten miso soup or enjoyed some homemade sauerkraut, you know how tasty fermented foods can be. Foods produced through the natural process of fermentation have incredible health benefits as well.
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We hear a lot about probiotics, the living organisms found in foods like yogurt and sauerkraut, which take up residency in our intestines and help to keep our digestive tracts and immune systems healthy.
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While all your favorite foods might seem off-limits, Jenny Craig has created low calorie versions of all your favorite treats. Here are 10 of them.
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Week 3 of the 4-Week Meal Prep Challenge focuses on delicious dinners, perfect for on-the-go. Find out how to make this easy, protein-packed jambalaya.
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What you eat can dramatically impact the health of your heart. Research shows certain foods can lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reduce inflammation and fight plaque buildup.
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Ever find yourself making New Year's resolutions that eventually fall by the wayside? Well, you're certainly not alone. According to Alyse Levine, M.S.
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What’s the best way to eat your fruits and vegetables -- raw or cooked? Raw foodies tout the benefits of live enzymes and intact vitamins in raw foods. Meanwhile, traditionalists credit humanity’s brain growth with the discovery of fire and the cultural shift toward cooked foods. So, what's the answer?
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Chia seeds are showing up on supermarket shelves everywhere these days, thanks in part to their superior nutritional value, subtle taste and versatility as an ingredient. They’re able to stand in for eggs, oil or gluten, which makes them a perfect addition to pudding, drinks and baked goods.
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Beyond smoothies and the occasional margarita, we rarely use our blenders. But don't let this kitchen appliance collect dust! Did you know that you can use your blender to make entire meals and desserts -- all while saving time?
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Not only is eating healthy food good for you, sometimes it has the added bonus of doing good for the world. More and more companies are making healthy food and fitness products and giving back, making a positive impact on the planet.
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Do you ever wonder how nutrition experts stay slim or if they ever struggle with their weight? Do they eat for taste or nutrition? Most importantly, do they have any insider tricks that could help you shed a few pounds? Yes, they do.
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The EWP has released their annual "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean Fifteen" lists revealing produce with the most and least amount of pesticide contamination.
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The Paleo diet a.k.a. caveman diet continues to be a hot topic of conversation and debate among the LIVESTRONG.COM audience. Let's investigate.
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What kinds of fish are good for you AND the environment? Nutritionist Lea Basch breaks down the pros and cons of farmed and wild fish.
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Cassava flour is touted as a gluten-free option for bakers, but is it really healthy for you? Or is it better avoided?
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Stay mentally sharp with the MIND Diet, a brain-boosting eating plan that combines Mediterranean and DASH diets to slow aging and reduce Alzheimer's risk.
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Unlike juicing, which removes nutrients from whole foods, souping allows you to eat and take in all the nutrients in the food that you're eating.
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Oatmeal is a nutritious breakfast, with each 3/4-cup serving or prepared packet providing about 12 percent of the daily value for fiber along with significant amounts of magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese and selenium.
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