Healthier drink choices rely on hydration quality, understanding the physiological effects of caffeine, and identifying nutrient-dense alternatives like bone broth.
Chocolate may not be such a guilty pleasure after all. If you choose dark chocolate -- chocolate made with more than 60 percent cocoa -- over milk chocolate or white chocolate, it may provide a number of health benefits. Milk chocolate and dark chocolate eaten along with milk do not provide the same benefits.
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Red wine contains a number of compounds called flavonoids, antioxidants and polyphenols, including one called resveratrol, that may have health benefits. However, drinking alcohol to excess can be detrimental to your health, so balance the possible benefits with the possible risks to determine how much to drink.
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Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden attacks of pain in the joints, often attacking the big toe. Although it is more common in men than in women, gout can also affect women, especially after they enter menopause.
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Energy drinks like Monster are popular, and some people are under the impression that they are healthier than soda. Both Monster and soda contain mainly sweeteners and water. However, Monster contains ingredients not found in soda. These ingredients may provide health benefits, but they may not be safe for some people.
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