nutrition

Congressional child nutrition waivers that allowed for free meals in school and other food assistance measures are expiring June 30.

Immunologist Dr. Heather Moday says diet is a powerful way to boost your immune system. Here are five foods she recommends eating for a healthier lifestyle, and how to incorporate them into your diet.

Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and Harvard Medical School professor, shares the health benefits of drinking coffee — and how to maximize its brain-boosting properties.

Nutritionist Lindsey DeSoto shares the immune-boosting health benefits of her “go-to” super spice, along with her favorite ways to cook with it.

Yes, taking extra vitamin supplements every day can strengthen your immune system, says immunologist Dr. Heather Moday. She shares her top choices, along with why vitamins C and D are two of the most essential.

Should you cut back on coffee? A dietitian shares the foods and drinks that will boost your energy and focus — without the caffeine.

It’s never been more important to improve our health and diet. An allergist and immunologist explains why no ingredient is more detrimental to your immune health than sugar, and steps on how to cut back.

Is honey good for you? Dietitian and nutritionist Lauren Armstrong explains the pros and cons of eating honey, along with how to shop for it and how to use it.

Neuroscientist and psychology professor Dr. Amishi Jha says there are three critical things you must do to successfully remember something.

Halloween is that time of year where local doctors get lots of questions from parents.

A daily diet of colorful fruits and vegetables can help make your brain strong, sharper and smarter, studies show. Here’s what a Harvard nutritional psychiatrist eats to strengthen her memory, focus and overall health.

Fiber is the superhero of nutrients, and yet, nearly 95% of American adults and children aren’t getting enough of in their diet. In addition to reduced risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes, eating fiber-rich foods have been linked to longevity. Here’s why dietitians and food experts call fiber an essential nutrient, and how you can increase your daily...

Depending on your current diet, switching up the foods you eat can help you live a longer, healthier life. One essential food that’s rich in nutritional value is chickpeas. A dietitian shares her favorite recipes to go with it.

Want to improve your health and longevity? Nutritionist Lauren Armstrong recommends trying to incorporate foods from the Mediterranean diet—which is high in vegetables, fruits, olive oil and whole grains, and moderate in protein and animal fats—into your eating routine. Here’s why.

As cases of coronavirus continue to rise, taking daily precautions such as washing your hands, social distancing, exercising and getting enough sleep is key to lowering risk of infection. But maintaining a healthy diet to help boost your immune system may also give you an edge.

Adele saw great results on the Sirtfood diet, but is it worth it? Probably not. And should you be boosting your Vitamin D? In this pandemic? Heck yeah. Our nutrition experts weigh in on which habits to keep and which ones to ditch in 2021.

The lack of health resources in Black communities has been a growing concern that has only magnified with the pandemic. Coach Percell Dugger is the co-founder of “Fit for Us” which advocates for Black fitness professionals and under-served communities through consulting services to provide better opportunities for industry success.

In 2018, one analysis found there were four liquor stores for every grocery store in South Los Angeles. That’s why the Healthy Neighborhood Market Network is transforming liquor stores into healthy food stores—without getting rid of the liquor. Twelve miles away in Compton, Roland Jackson is also on a mission to provide locals with healthy food options. NBCLX’s Cody Broadway...

Our households have completely changed. We’re all home a lot more. Many restaurants are closed, limiting even the occasional takeout or delivery options. College kids and other relatives may be adding to the household numbers.

We all know by now that whole grains are good for us and that we should be eating more of them. Anyone who has dipped a toe (or spoon) into the world of farro, brown rice and quinoa also knows how satisfying and versatile the arena of whole grains can be. But what are whole grains exactly, and which ones…