Nutrition

How much fat is in strawberries?

Go ahead: enjoy those strawberries! Fruits make a great snack when you're trying to stay healthy and fit

Foods that lower blood pressure

To lower your blood pressure, you should focus on eating foods high in calcium, potassium and magnesium

Why eat organic foods?

If a food item is deemed 100-percent organic, all the ingredients in that food are organically created

Why does turkey make you sleepy

Turkey contains the amino acid tryptophan that has a slight sedative effect on the human body

Heart healthy snacks

A tossed salad is full of the leafy-green vegetables that can help clean your heart's arteries

Foods that help cholesterol

Pistachio nuts are filled with fiber and anitoxidants that can help you lower your cholesterol level

Healthy Easter baskets for kids

A great addition to a healthy Easter basket is a stuffed animal

What is a vegan?

Granola is a popular choice for vegans

Low fat lunch ideas

Fresh vegetables are perfect for low fat lunches

What is green tea

NCI researchers are investigating the therapeutic and preventive use of tea catechins against a variety of cancers

What does organic mean

Organic is clearly healthier, but the exact meaning of the term organic can be confusing

Natural cures during cold and flu season

Many are turning to natural cures to not only treat, but also to prevent colds and flu.

Food pyramid updates

The traditional food pyramid and the healthy eating pyramid are two great ways to monitor what you eat to stay healthier and more fit.

Fast food calories

How many calories are lurking in your favorite burger?

Benefits of vitamin E

Is the recent interest in vitamin E justified?