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Eating a healthy diet is one of the primary therapeutic lifestyle changes I recommend for optimal health and well-being. But what, exactly, is a healthy diet?

When scientists tested the polyphenol antioxidant content of a variety of coffees and teas, coffee came out on top. Levels didn’t vary much between brewed and instant coffee, and decaf didn’t fall far behind caffeinated.

I do believe that organic food is superior from both an environmental and nutritional point of view. You may also consider going organic only when buying the produce most heavily treated with chemicals.

While some fats have a bad reputation—and deservedly so—others are vital for optimal health. Sadly, most people eat too many fats that can cause disease and not enough of the essential fats that can prevent disease.

Quinoa, pronounced keen-wah, looks like a grain, but it is actually the seeds of a leafy green plant native to South America. It's rich in protein, fiber, magnesium, and potassium. Quinoa is also an excellent alternative to starchy grains.

Severe dehydration is a well-recognized medical crisis, but any degree of dehydration can lead to ill health. Here are the risks.

Protein is one of the most important nutrients required by your body. Approximately half of your body’s solid substances are made up of protein.

When W.G. Peacock whipped up his first batch of V8 Juice back in 1933, he had no idea what he was on to. Today, we know that this popular beverage confers a bevy of benefits.

Vegetables and fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. They provide a wide range of benefits—from stroke and cancer prevention to optimal brain function and blood sugar control.

Making appropriate food choices is a crucial component of a healthy diet. While there are many factors to consider, a food’s glycemic value is one of the most important.

Limiting your intake of sugar, or better yet, cutting it out altogether, is one of the most beneficial dietary changes you can make for optimal health.

Carbohydrates are your body’s primary source of energy. But all carbohydrates are not created equal. For optimal well-being, you need to fuel your body with healthy carbohydrates.

Excess milk is strained out of Greek yogurt, leaving whey protein solids behind, so it is thicker, creamier, and packs nearly twice as much protein as regular yogurt.

Did you know that watermelon is actually a vegetable rather than a fruit? A member of the squash and cucumber family, this sweet, juicy treat is a nutritional powerhouse.

Drinking plenty of water is a key component of a healthy diet. Water also has amazing healing properties and is essential for maintaining optimal health and well-being.

Reducing your salt intake is very important if you want to achieve optimal health. Excessive salt, or sodium, can cause or exacerbate various health problems, including high blood pressure and kidney disease.