Soybeans contain rich amounts of vegetable protein. Americans commonly eat soybeans and soy foods in place of animal protein in vegetarian diets, but science suggests soybeans are beneficial for more than just their protein content.

A heart-healthy diet that focuses on lowering cholesterol can also help strengthen blood vessels, reports a 1998 article in "American Family Physician."

Whether you’re looking to lose weight, improve your nutrition or simply adopt a healthier lifestyle, salads can be either your best friend or your worst enemy. Although they seem innocent enough, salads can quickly turn treacherous when they’re topped with creamy dressings and packed with fatty, high-calorie mix-ins.

Though pickles often star in supporting roles next to deli sandwiches and ballpark hot dogs, they shouldn't be relegated to the land of condiments. Pickles stand out as flavorful, low-calorie vegetables and are high in vitamin K.

Ethiopia is often associated with starvation and malnutrition, but the traditional cuisine is worth considering. Although many people in Ethiopia are malnourished and underfed, that doesn't mean that their food isn't nutritious. In fact, most Ethiopian dishes are nutrient-dense and low in fat.

You should be getting 2 to 3 cups of vegetables -- or equivalents -- in your diet every day. A serving of potatoes is a nutritious addition to your diet -- and counts toward your daily vegetable servings. However, keep in mind that potatoes are a starchy vegetable and shouldn't replace the green veggies in your diet.

Though the functions of foods are the same, the six food groups of the food guide pyramid have evolved. The United States Department of Agriculture transformed the food guide pyramid into a new icon for dietary guidelines, the MyPlate Guide.

Nutritionists often say that healthy eating doesn’t have to be expensive, but for many, it can take a bite out of the monthly budget. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s most recent Cost of Food at Home food plans, a single adult on the least expensive "thrifty plan"

Lamb refers to the meat of a sheep younger than one year old. Meat from older sheep is called hogget, and from even older sheep is called mutton. Lamb is more tender than hogget or mutton.

All packaged foods come with a nutrition label meant to provide you with the information necessary to know exactly what you're eating. Understanding what's in the foods you eat helps you make healthier choices. Checking food labels also makes it easy for you to compare the nutrient content of different options.

Eating a diet high in red meat and processed meat increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes and colon cancer, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. High consumption of dairy products, such as cheese, elevates your risk of fatal prostate and ovarian cancers.

Whether you’re looking for a sweet yet healthy snack option or you need to add a boost of vitamin C to your diet, clementines do the job. For just 35 fat-free calories, one clementine delivers more than half of your daily value for vitamin C.