Diet Blogs

Eliminating fructose, including high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), from your diet can have many positive effects on your health. Here's why.

Recent headlines say organic isn't better. But Dr. Whitaker knows better. Go beyond the headlines and find out the best ways to keep organic foods in your diet.
 

Blueberries protect your vision, keep your memory sharp and, now, help prevent falls, according to a new study. Resveratrol may be the key. Learn more about the blueberry's latest super health-protecting feat.
 

Keeping hydrated during the summer months is important and drinking plenty of water is a must. But if you are bored with H2O, try these beverages that quench your thirst and benefit your health, too.

A new study compared the salt content of 2,124 foods in six major food chains. What they found is that American and Candian fast foods is considerably higher in salt than food sold abroad.

The produce aisle of the supermarket is filled with health-boosting vegetables, most of which are rich in fiber, protective antioxidants, and vitamins. Here are four easy, healthy ways to add more vegetables to your diet.

Packaged products are cheap to make and sell—and the companies that make them don’t care what they’re doing to your waistline or your health. Here are 10 better snacks to keep on hand that will improve your health.

Over 4,500 studies have documented the remarkable benefits of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), found in the oils of the fatty fish that inhabit the cold waters of Alaska, Norway, and other areas.

Excess fat, particularly saturated fats and trans fats can wreak havoc on your body. A diet high in these fats not only causes weight gain, but also decreases insulin sensitivity which can lead to diabetes and a host of other health problems. 

Avoid sugar (sucrose) and artificial sweeteners and use natural alternatives such as stevia and xylitol instead.

Here are 10 secrets that make healthy eating, easy.

If barbecues are a summertime ritual for your family, consider this: Your meals may increase your risk of cancer.On Wednesday, I’ll be sharing an easy, delicious recipe you can try on the grill—so check back then!

Water is required for the distribution of nutrients, electrolytes, hormones, and other chemical messengers throughout the body, as well as the removal of waste products. It is also an important structural component of skin, cartilage, and other tissues.

When it comes to supporting healthy blood sugar levels, the first thing you need to become aware of is how quickly your body breaks down certain foods into glucose. Here's how to do that.

The meat from organically raised cattle—especially those that are exclusively grass-fed—is much leaner than that of feedlot cattle, and it has less saturated fat and more heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

On average, Americans only consume three servings of fruits and vegetables each day. And that’s a crying shame. Study after study reveals that people who regularly eat five-plus servings of nature’s bounty enjoy several health benefits. 

Going out to eat can be a real treat. You don’t have to cook, you can opt for dishes you wouldn’t normally make at home, and it’s nice to get out every now and again. But if you’re not careful, you may be getting a whole lot more than you bargained for.

Foods with a high glycemic index enter the bloodstream quickly, prompting a rapid rise in blood sugar followed by an equally dramatic drop a few hours later. Fueling your body with these quick-burning carbohydrates can leave you feeling tired, hungry, and irritable.