Health & Diet Slideshows
- ‘Healthy’ Snacks That Aren’t
You go to the grocery store with every intention of making healthy choices. Learn about some foods and drinks you only think are healthy.
- Healing Foods
Upset stomach? Feel a cold coming on? Before you reach into your medicine cabinet, try reaching into your fridge or pantry. Many foods can ease illness symptoms and help you feel your best. Help yourself to these healing foods.
- The Truth About Processed Food
The phrase "processed food" may not mean exactly what you think it means. Learn some surprising facts.
- Worst Restaurant Meals
These classic restaurant meals may taste great, but they might not be great for you. Find out why, and what alternatives may be healthier choices.
- Healthy Grains and How to Enjoy Them
You know whole grains are good for you. But do you know what millet, sorghum, farro, and bulgur are -- and how to enjoy them?
- Breakfast Mistakes
Carb-filled pancakes and cereal, yogurts that are more like dessert, fatty bacon and sausage -- or no breakfast at all. Here are some morning meal mistakes you may be making and how to get back on track for a great day.
- Best and Worst Drinks For Weight Loss
If you’re trying to lose weight, some drinks can help you, and others can hold you back. Learn the best and worst choices for you.
- Foods to Eat That Help Your Metabolism
When it comes to revving your metabolism, there’s no “silver bullet.” But some foods can boost the rate at which you turn them into energy. See which foods can help you stoke your body’s calorie-burning furnace -- and which to stay away from.
- How Your Waist Affects Your Health
Your waist is a marker for health problems. Find out how to measure it the right way and what it could mean if it's too big.
- What Protein Does for Your Body
Do you know what protein does in your body? Find out how it helps your heart, bones, muscles, immune system, and more.
- Why Beans Are Good for Your Health
Beans are an ancient food that provide protein, fiber, and a carbohydrate called resistant starch that's good for your gut. Find out why beans are so good for your health and how to eat them.
- Reasons You're Not Losing Belly Fat
If you're trying to lose belly fat but can't, there's probably a reason.
- Why Cucumbers Are Good for You
The humble cucumber has more health benefits than you might have thought. Just don't forget the seeds, which have their own special nutrients.
- What Happens When You Give Up Caffeine
What would happen if you gave up caffeine? Find out what health benefits could be in store for your body and mind.
- Can Foods Sap Your Energy?
Food is fuel. But some of the things you eat may backfire and crash your energy before long. Find out which ones might do that.
- What to Eat When
Need to be alert? Want to stay calm? Ready to work out? Find out the best way to fuel your body for specific situations.
- Health Benefits of Soy
Soy doesn’t have to be a staple just for vegans and vegetarians. Learn about the ways this protein can benefit everyone’s health, and how to enjoy soy in your diet.
- Best and Worst Fish for Your Health
Are you eating a good fish or a bad fish? Here's a guide to some of the best and worst fish for your health.
- All About the Paleo Diet
Should you eat like a caveman to improve your health? Learn the pros and cons of the paleo diet.
- What Happens When You Cut Out Added Sugar?
Find out what happens to your body when you cut added sugar from your diet.
- What to Do After You Overeat
Find out how to feel better after overeating and the best ways to get your eating habits back on track.
- How to Cut Down on Sugar
Slashing added sugars from your diet will do your body good. Here’s how to do it and still keep your sweet tooth satisfied.
- Best and Worst Brunch Ideas
Brunch is a treat that you actually can enjoy in a healthy -- or at least, not unhealthy -- way. Learn how.
- How Caffeine Affects Your Body
Caffeine can be a great way to get going in the morning, but it causes definite changes in your body. Find out what to look for and when to talk to your doctor.
- Popular Diets, Plate by Plate
Keto. Paleo. DASH. You’ve heard of these, but what do you eat when you’re on them? See what a typical plate from the most popular eating plans looks like.
- Health Benefits of Peppermint
Peppermint is packed with perks for your health: It can aid digestion, curb your appetite, improve your memory, and more. Find out all the reasons you might try it.
- Health Benefits of Nut Butters
Peanuts aren’t the only thing that can make nut butter. Almonds, cashews, walnuts, and more can make delicious spreads for toast and desserts. But it goes beyond being a tasty treat -- they’re packed with health benefits, too.
- All About Black Seed Oil
From asthma to acne, black seed oil has been a popular cure-all for centuries. Here’s why it works and whether or not it’s worth the hype.
- Health Benefits of Ginger
Ginger can do much more than spice up your supper. Find out all the ways this superfood boosts health.
- Healthier Comfort Foods
Nothing gets you through a rough time like some comfort food. Here are some healthy options you may not have thought of.
- Coffee Alternatives
If the caffeine in coffee makes your heart race and keeps you up at night, try these drinks to keep away the jitters.
- Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Could the jar of cinnamon on your spice rack be the secret to better skin, a healthier heart, lower blood sugar, and more? Find out if the claims hold up.
- Signs You're Not Getting Enough Protein
Are you getting enough protein in your diet? Learn to spot the warning signs of protein deficiency, who is the most at risk, and when you need more protein.
- The Best and Worst American Classics
Take a look at some classic American dishes to see how they rate for your health.
- Guide to Cleaner Living
Looking to clean your routines? Check out these tips for cleaner eating, shopping, cleaning, and living.
- All About the 80-20 (or Weekend) Diet
The idea here is that you get to splurge a bit if you eat healthy most of the time. Find out more about this approach and what it might do for you.
- Healthier Desserts
You want to eat healthier, but you still crave something sweet. These treats won’t throw off your diet.
- Health Benefits of Pumpkin
Pumpkins are good for more than fall decor. As part of your diet, they pack a powerful nutritional punch.
- Best & Worst Indian Dishes for Your Health
Are your go-to Indian orders the unhealthiest foods on the menu? Here’s the lowdown on chicken tikka masala, naan, and your other favorite picks.
- The Truth About Carbs
Carbohydrates are a common source of energy for our bodies. Find out what they do for you and the best ways to get them.
- Best and Worst Late-Night Snacks for Your Health
If you’re truly hungry for a bedtime snack, don't ignore your body's signals. It's hard to fall asleep when your tummy's rumbling or your blood sugar is low. The right nighttime snack can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better.
- What Foods Have More Potassium Than a Banana?
It turns out lots of things have more potassium than a banana! Here's a guide to the tastiest choices.
- What Is The Nordic Diet?
Are you looking for a new way to eat healthy? The Nordic diet might be just the ticket. WebMD guides you through what’s in it and how it might be good for you.
- Best and Worst Thai Dishes for Your Health
Thai cuisine is loaded with fresh veggies and spices. But some dishes are packed with calories and fat. Learn what foods you should order -- and which ones to avoid.
- Best and Worst Choices From the Deli Section
No time to cook? Head to your supermarket’s deli for prepared dishes and sandwich ingredients. But keep in mind that some choices are healthier than others.
- Best & Worst Sushi for Your Health
Sushi can be a very healthy food. But some popular rolls can really pack on the pounds. Check out the good and the not so good.
- The Health Benefits of Peaches
It’s peach season! Whether you prefer yours chopped into a salad or baked in a pie, here’s why being sweet on peaches is good for your health.
- The Health Benefits of Watermelon
That classic summertime fruit, watermelon, has a lot more to offer than sweet taste. It’s chock-full of nutrients that help your body thrive. Check out what you get when you include watermelon as part of a healthy diet.
- Health Benefits of Eggs
Eggs have gotten a bad rap in some circles. Yes, they do have some cholesterol and fat. But they also have loads of nutrients and protein. Learn more about the health benefits of eggs.
- All About Maca Root
Maca root boasts a nutty, slightly butterscotch-y taste and has been popping up in health food stores. Can it really improve your love life or boost your energy?