Diet and nutrition Archive

Learn how whole grains support a healthy diet and what you should look for when selecting them.

Discover how much job-related activity contributes to calorie burn, and how small changes in routine can jump-start weight loss.

If you have high triglycerides, fruit sugar is only part of the story. Carbs, alcohol, weight, exercise, and healthy fats all influence this number.

Meal timing matters less than calorie balance and food quality. For some conditions, though, smaller, more frequent portions may offer advantages.

Carbohydrate intake and other aspects of your diet may impact triglyceride levels. See how everyday choices may nudge this number up or down.

Blueberries are full of antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. But do they really stand above other fruits?

Wondering if poultry belongs in a healthy diet? See how chicken and turkey stack up on protein, fat content, and other aspects of nutrition.

Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet. Does "extra-virgin" offer special heart benefits beyond what regular olive oil can do?

Curious which foods can drive up LDL, or bad, cholesterol? Explore the role of saturated fat and how Mediterranean-style eating may protect your heart.

Belly fat that won't budge can be more than a cosmetic concern. Learn how to spot risky fat around your waist and key habits to shrink it.