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.
We give you an honest look at how much sugar, fat and calories your favorite holiday drinks are packing, along with LIVESTRONG-created healthier holiday drink recipe alternatives that will leave you feeling warm, cozy and healthy this winter.
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These healthy Christmas recipes will let you celebrate in style without ruining your nutrition goals. There are actually a ton of richly colored, nutrient-dense vegetables and healthy proteins that you can bring to the table during the holidays.
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We take a look at some of America’s biggest fast food chains to determine the highest-calorie fast food burgers, and determine how those burgers stack up in terms of fat, sodium and unhealthy ingredients.
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If you love a good summer BBQ get-together, you’re not alone. We got nutrition experts from across the country to give you the scoop on the best picks (and what to avoid) at Costco when you're planning a summer barbecue.
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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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From struggling with deadlines to not getting enough sleep, plenty of situations can lead to stress-induced overeating. This pleasure is fleeting and can spell bad news for your weight, immune system and heart health.
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It’s about that time of year when Valentine’s Day candies start popping up in stores everywhere. And while the colorful treats may look innocent and sweet, most of what’s on display is overly processed, packaged foodstuff loaded with added sugar, artificial ingredients and saturated fat.
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You have a cold. You feel miserable. Tempted to reach for junky comfort foods? Think twice. Many of them will do more harm than good in your fight to get well. That’s because it’s doubly important to steer clear of foods that dehydrate, provoke inflammation or disrupt sleep when you have a cold.
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