Micronutrients
The Underrated Fruit That Can Lower Cholesterol, Reduce Your Risk Of Blood Clots, And Prevent Cancer – Health Digest
Art_Photo/Shutterstock You can’t beat whole foods like fruits and vegetables to help prevent most chronic diseases. Fruits and vegetables provide phytonutrients that help your body punch out free radicals to achieve optimum health. Popular fruits like bananas, apples, and oranges can also form a tasty base for […]
The Low-Carb Vegetable You Should Eat To Lower Blood Pressure And Reduce Inflammation At The Same Time – Health Digest
Okrasiuk/Shutterstock It’s no secret that eating green vegetables is one of the best things for you, but sometimes you come across a green veggie that you’re surprised to find out has benefits galore. Enter asparagus. Although not the most beloved of the green vegetables out there, as it […]
The Little-Known Ingredient That Packs Over 15 Grams Of Protein In Under 100 Calories – Health Digest
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock There’s one source of protein that’s probably not going to be on a lot of people’s shopping lists in the United States. However, it’s worth trying at least once if you’re looking for a massive protein […]
Drinking Alcohol Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Pressure (But Only Temporarily) – Health Digest
Westend61/Getty Images A difficult day at work can be so mentally and physically exhausting that all you want to do is come home and flop on the couch with a beer or a glass of wine. You’re too lazy to cook that healthy meal from your favorite […]
Do Eggs Make You Fart More? Here’s The Real Answer – Health Digest
Thai Liang Lim/Getty Images Eggs are a great source of added protein for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Scrambled eggs with that whole wheat bagel can keep you full until lunch. Some hard-boiled eggs give you some protein for your spinach salad. A vegetable frittata makes a nutritious […]
Sneaky Ingredients That Are Lurking Inside Your Store-Bought Rotisserie Chicken – Health Digest
Pascal Broze/Getty Images Sooner or later, everyone experiences an “Uh, oh. I didn’t plan anything for dinner tonight!” moment. Fortunately, many stores sell ready-to-eat foods, including fully cooked rotisserie chickens. To be sure, rotisserie chickens are a fairly nutritious choice compared to fried and greasy foods. However, a […]
What’s Really Hiding Inside Your Store-Bought Parmesan Cheese Shaker – Health Digest
Billy F Blume Jr/Shutterstock One of the greatest pleasures when dining at an Italian restaurant is when the server hovers over your hot entree and asks, “Fresh grated Parmesan?” Those little shavings lightly drop on top of your savory pasta as you feel your tastebuds waking up. […]
What The ‘Dirty’ Carnivore Diet Really Does To Your Body – Health Digest
Peter Dazeley/Getty Images If you’re a fan of Joe Rogan, you’ve probably heard of the carnivore diet. For those unfamiliar, the carnivore diet is an all-meat eating plan that excludes everything plant-based. Think bacon and eggs for breakfast, chicken breast for lunch, and steak for dinner (here’s […]
The Underrated Stone Fruit That Can Help You Poop Fast (And Lower Bad Cholesterol) – Health Digest
Josep Suria/Shutterstock If you’ve been indulging in too much processed food or experimenting with the carnivore diet, your gut might be feeling the effects of a low-fiber diet. Fiber is essential for keeping things moving smoothly in your digestive system. It adds bulk to your stool, making […]
Why Some People Should Avoid Eating Walmart’s Canned Tuna – Health Digest
Rocketclips, Inc./Shutterstock Many retailers have store brands; Walmart is no exception. Walk into any Walmart and you’ll see “Great Value” products lining the shelves, including canned tuna. However, though economically priced Great Value canned tuna may tempt you financially, you may need to reconsider purchasing it if […]