Minerals

Eating more plants and less animal products can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, type 2 diabetes, and certain forms of cancer. But excluding meat and dairy doesn’t always guarantee good health. Dr. Joel Fuhrman discusses the findings of a recent study on vegan bone health that found vegans were at a greater risk of fractures than meat eaters. Read on to find out what this study really means, and how you can take action to protect your bones and your overall health.

When you think of taking care of your teeth, what comes to mind? For most people, the list includes brushing regularly, flossing (maybe), and going to the dentist. But did you know that what you eat and drink are also vitally important to your oral health? Here’s what you need to know about the best diet and lifestyle habits to keep your pearly whites happy and healthy.

Your eyes do so much for you, from allowing you to see the beauty of the world to warning you of potential dangers. But many of us don’t think much about the importance of our vision until it's threatened. The good news is that by eating well, you can keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp for as long as possible.

Squash: it’s a racquet game, an unfortunate fate for a bug, and one of nature’s most varied, delicious, and generous foods. If you’ve ever successfully grown squash in your garden, you probably know the meaning of the word “abundance.” But even if you’re a squash lover, there are likely dozens of varieties you’ve never tried. Let’s take a closer look at the health benefits of this versatile, beautiful, and incredibly healthy food.

Far less talked about than some of the other vitamins and minerals, magnesium is a critical nutrient that we need to optimize our health and function at our best. Here are some of the most important magnesium health benefits, the best sources to include in your diet, as well as a few potential risks.

The times we’re living in can make just about anybody feel anxious. While we can’t easily change the state of the world, there are many actions we can take to reduce our anxious responses to it. In this article, we’ll look at what anxiety is, what causes it, and the simple dietary and lifestyle changes demonstrated to help.

With warm weather, some of us start dreaming of summer picnics and parties. But not all of the foods we typically associate with summer are good for us. In this article, we’ll look at the summer foods to avoid — and the ones to embrace for health and happiness.

What do salads, sandwiches, and salaries have in common? They all take their names from one of the most historically and nutritionally important foods in the human diet: salt. Salt has played an outsized role in military campaigns, sometimes driving them and sometimes acting as a weapon. In this article, we’ll focus on a modern dilemma in the realm of nutrition: should we avoid salt and sodium, is it completely bad for us, or is there a healthy place for salt in our diets?

One of the top strategies for boosting mental health is also one of the most often ignored: food. Food doesn’t just shape your physical body. It also shapes your emotions, mental clarity, and how you feel about and respond to life.

Coconut has gained popularity in recent years, but does that mean we should all be eating it? Here’s what to know about coconut and coconut oil.

You CAN take steps to protect your brain health!

Calcium IS essential for health. But the best way to get it may not be what you think.