For the extremely obese, the benefits of weight-loss surgery generally outweigh the risks of the procedure. Now, new research suggests that the same might be true for less-obese pe[...]

The nation's record-low teen birth rate stems from robust declines in nearly every state, but most dramatically in several Mountain States and among Hispanics, according to a n[...]

These chickpeas are delicious, simple, affordable and nutritious. This easy recipe uses only 5 ingredients and is budget approved at only $0.27 per serving. A smart snack providing[...]

As a homemade hummus lover, I’m not often swayed by other dip offerings, especially unhealthful ones (apart from on the Super Bowl). Fortunately, over the years I’ve am[...]

People who took crushed up mushroom powder in pills had the same amount in their bloodstream compared to people who only took vitamins. Read more…[...]

It's a good idea to wear rubber or plastic gloves when preparing hot peppers such as jalapenos because the oils can burn your eyes and skin. If you don't wear gloves, thoro[...]

Some of the rice imported into the United States contains high levels of lead, according to a scientific study presented at an American Chemical Society meeting in New Orleans this[...]

One of my vegan cooking gurus, Isa Chandra Moskowitz, recently posted directions for producing perfectly browned tofu. She advises making it in a well-seasoned cast iron pan. I don[...]

1. Almond Milk I have been using Almond Milk for a while and absolutely love the unsweetened vanilla version. My main reason for switching from dairy was because it lasts so much l[...]

Women's vitamin D levels during pregnancy do not affect their children's bone health later in life, a new study shows. British researchers measured vitamin D levels in near[...]