Food for Health: Anti-Inflammatory Diets & Nutrients

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.

Homemade hummus with lemon, herbs and freshly baked baguette

Hummus & Constipation

If you like hummus and are often constipated, you may be able to get some relief by pairing hummus with fiber-rich foods.

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Variety of Cheese, High Angle View, Differential Focus

Does Cheese Cause High Cholesterol?

What you eat can affect your cholesterol levels, with some foods increasing your risk for high cholesterol and some foods potentially helping you lower your cholesterol levels.

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7 Signs Your Gut Is Out of Whack

It’s time for a gut check -- literally. “It’s not as easy as one would think to figure out if your gut is healthy or not,” says Kristi King, M.P.H., RDN, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Read on for some surprising signs it's imbalanced -- and what to do about it.

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