Nutrition & Dieting Articles

Antioxidants are having a moment. We all know we should be eating them, or eating more of them, and they're in everything from face creams to protein powders. What are they and what do we need them for?

If you are diabetic, or if you are making an effort to keep from becoming diabetic, articial sweetners may not be a good idea. The problem may be not so much what they do to you, but what they do to the bacteria that live inside you.

A look at the structure of coconut oil and the relation to its many benefits and uses.

Article looks at foods to include and foods to avoid to help protect the immune system. Also gives dietary tip and an example menu plan.

Green smoothies have become a full-blown health fad, but are they really that good for you? Reports that green smoothies could do serious damage have some devotees worried.

Looks at some winter soup recipes and lists the health benefits of each soup and also gives stock guidelines.

Approximately two billion people eat insects every day. Many insects are nutritious and even tasty, if prepared properly. Here are 5 reasons why we alshould consider eating bugs, and a list of insects that won't leave a bad taste in your mouth.

Broccoli is widely regarded as one of the "super foods," but not everybody likes it. Here are ten suggestions for making this unusually nutritious vegetable more enticing for your family and yourself.

Sometimes we need a little help to get us through the day and nutritional supplements could be the answer. However, if they are not taken correctly, they can cause more harm than good. Here are the benefits and drawbacks of dietary supplementation.

This article looks at what serotonin is, how it's made, and looks at the dietary and supplement factors that can help us to high depression, boost mood and control appetite.