Has the U.S. Department of Agriculture flipped everything you thought you knew about nutrition on its head? At first glance, the newly released dietary guidelines featuring a new food pyramid may seem ...

Aim to add an extra serving of fruits or veggies each day, such as creating a savory veggie omelet or exploring new smoothie blends that let you pack in the produce on the go. Give your cabinets a ...

Both banana and apple are full of vital vitamins, minerals and fibre. However, they have a different carbohydrate type and fibre content. (Picture: Pexels) Bananas have more carbs and sugar, raising ...

Nuts are nutrient-dense foods rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, unsaturated fat, and plant bioactives that support cardiovascular and metabolic health. When included in a healthy diet, higher nut ...

Once known for bottomless breadsticks and supersized meals, American chain restaurants are increasingly rethinking their portion sizes. As GLP-1 weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and ...

Many takeout meals contain far more salt than labels claim, reveals new research. Some of the most popular fast food dishes include more salt than recommended daily guidelines, according to the ...

TOPEKA (KSNT) – State wildlife officials have released new health guidance in early 2026 for people interested in eating wild-caught fish in Kansas. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and ...

The Agriculture Department’s new-look food pyramid, released last week to accompany a new set of Dietary Guidelines for Americans, appears more like a minimalist poster designed to be hung in a foodie ...

Brianna Tobritzhofer is a nationally credentialed Registered Dietitian and experienced health writer with over a decade of leadership in nutrition program development, policy compliance, and public ...

Have you been told to eat more fruit? Theres a good reason for that. Whole fruits are a key recommendation for all healthy, balanced diets, says Christopher Gardner, PhD, the director of nutrition ...

Condiments can change the nutrition of a meal, quickly adding calories, fat and salt to a sandwich or lunch bowl. Dietitians say condiments are fine to use in moderation. They can help people eat ...