A vegan diet may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, according to the AARP, but vegans also have nutritional concerns that aren't as prominent among those with a balanced, omnivorous diet.

Invented in 1933 in Evanston, Illinois, V8 juice contains the same eight vegetables in 2011 as it did then -- carrots, celery, beets, lettuce, parsley, spinach, tomatoes and watercress. Campbell’s produces 20 varieties of V8, including high fiber, low sodium and varieties containing fruit as well as vegetables.

Grocery store shelves are filled with an almost overwhelming variety of choices, and the dairy section is no exception. Consumers can choose among brands and sizes of conventionally produced eggs or opt for cage-free, organic products.

As a breastfeeding mother, you probably think about everything you consume in terms of the effect it will have on your breastfed baby. If you eat a lot of fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C or take supplements with this nutrient, you might wonder whether high doses could affect you or your infant.

One of the first things you’ll notice about prune juice is that it’s far thicker than the average fruit juice. This is because there’s no juice to extract from prunes -- instead, the dried fruit is pulverized into a thick paste that’s dissolved in hot water.

Diets high in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Biotin, also known as vitamin H or B7, is a water-soluble complex vitamin that is vital for strong, healthy hair and nails, and can be found in foods like almonds, eggs, liver, pecans, sardines and whole grains.

Mike's Hard Lemonade is a lemonade-flavored alcoholic malt beverage. Mike's Hard Lemonade has become a favorite for those who want an alternative to beer, but prefer a beverage that is lighter than a cocktail or martini.

Your gastrointestinal tract, also known as your bowels, or gut, is involved in the process of digesting, absorbing and eliminating food. From top to bottom, your gastrointestinal tract runs 25 feet in length.

Vitamins come in two varieties: water soluble and fat soluble. Water soluble vitamins, such as B complex vitamins and vitamin C, dissolve in water and are excreted through the kidneys if you have excess amounts in your body.

Almonds share the same benefits as other types of nuts -- they’re high in nutrients and heart-healthy unsaturated fats that may lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.

Prunes are made from dehydrated plums and are sometimes called dried plums. Both purple and yellow plums can be used to make prunes, which are high in nutrients and dietary fiber. Prunes can be eaten dried as-is, although they are sometimes stewed to make a dessert or are processed into prune juice.