When you're pregnant, what you eat affects not only your health, but your baby's as well. You may hear advice from different people, from your co-workers to your great-aunt Sophie, about what you should and should not eat when pregnant, such as sesame seeds.

From adding a refreshing zing to your water to marinating your fish to perfection, lemons serve a wide range of culinary functions. If you use only the juice and discard the peel, though, you may be doing your diet a disservice.

Alpha-lipoic acid and conjugated linoleic acid share a few things in common, most notably the fact that they're both fatty acids. They both impact blood sugar control in people with diabetes, but only one of them -- conjugated linoleic acid -- may make it difficult to keep blood sugar balanced.

Bright green and spherical, limes are found in most supermarkets, as well as at almost every ethnic grocery store. Sour tasting and full of juice, limes can be used in place of vinegar or lemon to add tartness to a dish. You can also use limes instead of lemons to flavor water.

It may be a harmless condition, but a skin rash can be unsightly and bothersome. Unless your rash is caused by a food allergy, there's no special diet or food that's going to help cure your condition. However, there are foods that contain nutrients that might promote skin health and reduce inflammation.

Your nails and skin can tell you a lot about your health. While there may be a number of different reasons why you're nails are ridged or your skin is dry, a vitamin, or even a mineral, deficiency may be the cause.

Steak at every meal might be a meat lover's dream, but it isn't the best choice if you're trying to lose weight. It is a good source of protein, which can help you feel full, but some cuts are also very high in fat and calories, which quickly derails your diet.

Capric acid is a medium-chain fatty acid found in saturated fats. Small amounts are present in cow's milk and goat's milk, but it is abundant in tropical oils such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil.

Joint pain occurs for many reasons and is a common musculoskeletal issue many Americans suffer from. When joints become inflamed, you can experience pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. Fish oil is commonly marketed for joint health, among other things.

Although chia seeds are nutritious, there isn't a recommended amount you should eat. Research is still preliminary and conflicting on the potential health benefits of these small black seeds.

Whether you suffer from heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease or simply want to better your odds of preventing esophageal cancer, diet matters. What you eat impacts how you feel now as well as your health in the future. You can choose certain foods that are kinder to the esophagus than others.

Dried plums, or prunes, aren't just for those whose digestive tracts are feeling a little backed up.