Food & Nutrition
Latest trends and guidance on food, nutrition, and recipes for general healthy living and chronic illnesses.
Coffee May Help You Lose Weight
Talk about a morning perk! New research shows that coffee may jumpstart your body’s fat-burning potential.
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Do You Do Dairy?
A new research review found that this food group can help lower the risk for a host of chronic diseases, including diabetes, cancer, and more. Find out why you might want to add a little more moo to your life.
4 Simple Steps That Could Save Your Life
Heart disease steals millions of lives each year. Yours doesn’t have to be one of them.
Why Yogurt Is Great for Guys
Just two servings a week may reduce your risk of colorectal cancer. Ready to dig in?
25 Cups of Coffee a Day Is (Kind of) OK
... For your arteries, that is. We dig into new research to see what it means for the rest of your body.
A Simple Way to Lower Your Cancer Risk
Improving your diet may be one of the most powerful steps you can take to protect yourself against cancer.
Plant-Based Burgers Are All the Rage: But Are They Really Better for You?
Popular beefless burgers like the Impossible Burger and Beyond Burger can be found across the country. Here’s how they compare with real meat when it comes to your health.
Recipes for Your Best Chronic Dinner Party With MS
Hosting – and cooking – a dinner party can be nerve-racking. Now add the complications of MS, and it’s even tougher. But you can do it, and here’s how.
The Science Behind Your Love for Coffee and Beer
It’s not as obvious as you may think — in fact, it’s in your genes.
Recall Alert: 80+ Tons of Ground Beef May Be Contaminated with E. Coli
Check your freezers — this is one nasty cause of food poisoning.
The Disturbing Truth About Dining Out With Food Allergies
Turns out you may not be able to rely on your server to keep you reaction-free. Here’s how to stay safe and enjoy yourself too.
Meet the Experts
Carmen Roberts, M.S., R.D., L.D.N.
Health Professional, Medical ReviewerCarmen is a Registered Dietitian specializing in diabetes, cardiovascular health, GI disorders, food allergies, and weight management.
Tracy Davenport, Ph.D.
Health WriterSince 2004, Dr. Davenport has shared her passion for health and knowledge of the psycho-social aspects of chronic diseases with the HealthCentral community.