Our ‘food environments’ affect what we eat. Here’s how you can change yours to support healthier eating
We need a steady source of fuel for our bodies to run efficiently. Simple carbohydrates (sugars, starches, and grains) burn quickly and don’t last. They also cause spikes in insulin.
Vitamin D supplements can keep bones strong – but they may also have other benefits to your health
Summer means salads. And salads are even more delicious with a good dressing.
Overeating at Christmas can cause weight gain – but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s permanent
In a world where the quest for quick solutions often overshadows the journey towards sustainable health, the conversation around weight loss drugs like Wegovy offers a crucial opportunity for introspection and a return to foundational health principles.
Ensure a safe and delicious holiday feast: How to use a food thermometer to prevent foodborne illness
How the Christmas pudding, with ingredients taken from the colonies, became an iconic British food
How cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger became the scents of winter holidays, far from their tropical origins
I’m trying to lose weight and eat healthily. Why do I feel so hungry all the time? What can I do about it?
Gingerbread is a delicious yet ancient staple of the holiday season — and its spices may have some surprising health benefits
In 1998, a group of researchers at the Department of Internal Medicine at the Medical University of Innsbruck (Austria) observed that high vinegar consumption can have three main harmful effects:
Most of us have been raised on a carbohydrate-based diet, which means we’re slaves to glucose. As your body digests starches, glucose is the result.
Chicken doesn’t need to be washed before cooking – here’s why
This Thanksgiving ? and on any holiday ? these steps will help prevent foodborne illness
With more than 30 years follow-up, we found that the stronger the adherence to a DASH diet in midlife, the less likely women are to report cognitive issues much later in life,
Cranberries are a staple in U.S. households at Thanksgiving – but how did this bog dweller end up on holiday tables?
Discover eight super-healthy leafy greens – and why you should eat them.
How much protein do I need as I get older? And do I need supplements to get enough?
One surprise was that rye flour fostered a much wider diversity of bacteria than any other type of flour