Green tea contains caffeine and tannins, an antioxidant that can mess with iron absorption. So drinking it at certain times ...

Timing matters when it comes to supplements. Some vitamins are best taken with meals, while others work better on an empty ...

Healthy fats, magnesium, and zinc all play a key role in how your body absorbs vitamin D. Nutrition experts explain the best ...

Written by Registered Dietitian, Sean Soderman, Womack Army Medical Center. FORT BRAGG, N.C--As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of National Nutrition Month, remembering to ‘Fuel for the Future’ is a ...

The dawning of a new year is — for many of us — the supposed dawn of a new you. New year, new you, new New Year’s resolution to be healthy. You renew your gym membership and you start a diet. Just as ...

Minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, and copper are essential for bone health, oxygen transport, enzymatic function, immune defense, and cellular metabolism. Yet deficiencies are ...

Lentils are a staple in vegetarian diets, providing a rich source of protein and fiber. However, pairing them with the right ...

A new preclinical study published in the journal Nature is demonstrating how fructose can alter cells in the small intestine, subsequently enhancing nutrient absorption and promoting weight gain. The ...

Certain natural plant compounds can interfere with nutrient absorption or cause symptoms in sensitive people, but preparation, balance and diet diversity usually shift the equation toward benefit. For ...

Adding a banana to your berry smoothie might sound healthy, but new research suggests the popular combo could cancel out some of the fruit's benefits. Scientists at the University of California, Davis ...