Watermelon is a summertime staple. But what's hidden behind the sweetness?
Jul 1, 2021
Lycopene and citrulline are just two of the nutrients that make watermelon a healthy summertime treat.
Food & Nutrition
Farming takes root in Seattle-area food desert
Jun 30, 2021
A food desert in Washington state is being transformed by the nonprofit Living Well Kent, with the help of immigrant farmers, one vegetable at a time.
Doctor thought high blood pressure was his only problem – then he had a heart attack
Jun 28, 2021
When Dr. David Watlington learned he had high blood pressure, he took medicine and changed his diet. He made progress quickly, yet not in time to prevent a heart attack.
Eating patterns could affect risk of dying from heart disease
Jun 23, 2021
The timing of when certain foods are consumed, along with what's in them, can affect the risk of dying from heart disease and other illnesses, according to new research.
As the pandemic wanes, get kids on the road to good health this summer
Jun 7, 2021
The pandemic may have engendered unhealthy habits for kids and their parents, but this summer presents the chance to start fixing that. Here are some tips.
Is mango the luscious superhero of fruit?
Jun 2, 2021
Packing more than 20 vitamins and minerals, mangoes can help with heart, digestive and immune system health. But beware of its allergenic properties.
Food, culture and the secret ingredient to address lack of diversity in nutrition field
Apr 23, 2021
The field of dietetics is overwhelmingly white, which can be a barrier to health for people from other backgrounds. Dietitians say the recipe for making things better calls for a dose of cultural humility.
Sorting folklore from fact on the health benefits of garlic
Apr 19, 2021
Can garlic lower blood pressure? Can it stop a cold? What about garlic breath? And vampires? Let's sort the legend from the facts.
Refined flour substitutes abound – but how to choose the best one?
Apr 2, 2021
If you want to stay away from white refined flour, it may seem the options are endless. But when it comes to cooking and baking, flours are not interchangeable.
Why you should pay attention to inflammation
Apr 1, 2021
Inflammation underlies problems such as heart disease, cancer and COVID-19. Here's what researchers have found – and what you can do to fight it.