“Flavor is the intersection of what we taste and smell—it’s important,” notes Gomez. “Appearance and texture also have a large influence on our appetite, which is why it’s so essential...

Sports drink Powerade, manufactured and marketed by Coca-Cola Co., has finally decided to drop a controversial ingredient from its line of beverages after pressure from an online petition. PepsiCo's Gatorade,...

Did you know that tomatoes do not have to be a deep red color to be an outstanding source of lycopene? Lycopene is a carotenoid pigment that has long been...

People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) know all too well the inflammation and pain that comes with the disease. Although there's no “RA diet” that can treat the condition, some foods...

Forget Paleo and ditch Atkins – the latest diet claiming to help you lose weight is the Nordic diet. Scientists at Copenhagen University developed the diet taking inspiration from local...

Humans have been reaping the benefits of antibiotics for decades, but doctors caution the golden age of these drugs may quickly be coming to an end. The rise of resistant...

Are you ready to say goodbye to the bad fats, processed foods and sugary sweet drinks? Healthy eating is a great lifestyle choice has both weight loss and health benefits....

Eating more fresh vegetables is one of the simplest choices you can make to improve your overall health. A vegetable-rich diet can help protect you from arthritis, heart disease, stroke,...

Every season brings its unique tastes and traditional recipes. When the mercury starts to approach the red line, these hot season favorites will be a hit around the pool, out...

Potassium is a key player in good health, but you may not be getting enough from food. Here’s how potassium contributes to good health, and how to get the potassium...