The old saying, “An apple a day can keep the doctor away,” may have truth behind it after all. Eating nourishing foods rich in certain vitamins can help your immune system fight off illness.
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Heart Disease and Vitamins: Helpful or Harmful? (Video)
Many people think that taking vitamins and other supplements can support their heart health, but the opposite may be true. None have been proven to help, and some could even be dangerous.
Think Your Child Gets Enough Vitamin D? You Might Be Surprised
The number of kids with vitamin D deficiency is alarming – and the number is going up. Find out how your child can get enough of this crucial nutrient.
Goji Berries a Surprisingly Good Source of Protein (Infographic)
There are unlimited ways to mix versatile Goji berries into your diet. In this infographic, Cleveland Clinic registered dietitian Laura Jeffers, MEd, RD, LD, explores how this fruit’s nutritional profile is almost too good to be true.
7 Myths About Medication and the Facts Behind Them
Discover the right way to swallow a pill and other facts that will keep you healthy and safe.
Should You Take Vitamins for Eye Health?
There’s no question that vitamin deficiencies can cause eye problems. But do you need vitamins or supplements as a result? That’s an important question. If your diet is missing the key vitamins or nutrients you need on a day-to-day basis — or you have a diagnosed deficiency that increases your disease risk — your doctor … Read More
What Your Tongue Can Tell You About Your Health
For clues about problems in your mouth, stick out your tongue and look in the mirror. A healthy tongue should be pink and covered with small nodules (papillae). Any deviation from your tongue’s normal appearance, or any pain, may be cause for concern. Family physician Daniel Allan, MD, discusses why you should watch for changes … Read More
Eat These Foods to Boost Your Immune System
Want to fight off that illness that’s spreading around the office or your child’s school? Aside from practicing good hygiene, boosting your immune system is a great way to start. Your diet plays a part in strengthening your immune system. Sadly, too many of us don’t eat enough of the fresh fruits, vegetables and other … Read More
Best – and Worst – Holiday Foods for Your Skin
The holidays are coming – and so is holiday food. Cookies, homemade pies, candy canes, gingerbread – with so many tempting foods around, the holidays can mean straying from our usual good eating habits. But weight gain and poor nutrition aren’t the only things you might worry about. What you eat also can affect your … Read More
Do Fortified Cereals Have Too Many Vitamins for Your Kids?
On most hectic weekday mornings, a bowl of cereal may be all that many parents have the time to offer — not to mention it’s often one of the only breakfasts many finicky kids will eat without a fuss. While a new study published by the Environmental Working Group reports children might be consuming too … Read More