Nutrition

How much turmeric is too much? What high-dose curcumin can do to your liver

Federal drug-safety scientists now rank turmeric among the top causes of herbal liver injury nationwide.

Your morning chia may hold more omega-3 than salmon. Your body only uses a fraction

Chia, flax and walnuts win the raw milligram contest, but the biology is not that simple.

Lentils, salmon and olive oil: the weeknight Mediterranean dinners researchers tie to a stronger heart

A July 2026 Washington Post feature spotlighted weeknight dishes with the strongest cardiovascular evidence.

Three tablespoons of hemp seeds outdo salmon on omega-3, with one honest catch

The number looks great on paper. What happens inside your body is more complicated.

After 60, protein at breakfast may build muscle that dinner protein can’t

After 60, when you eat your protein may matter almost as much as how much.

How much turmeric is too much? What high-dose curcumin can do to your liver

Federal drug-safety scientists now rank turmeric among the top causes of herbal liver injury nationwide.

Your morning chia may hold more omega-3 than salmon. Your body only uses a fraction

Chia, flax and walnuts win the raw milligram contest, but the biology is not that simple.

Lentils, salmon and olive oil: the weeknight Mediterranean dinners researchers tie to a stronger heart

A July 2026 Washington Post feature spotlighted weeknight dishes with the strongest cardiovascular evidence.

Three tablespoons of hemp seeds outdo salmon on omega-3, with one honest catch

The number looks great on paper. What happens inside your body is more complicated.

Professor: This Type of Oats Is the Healthiest

Professor Tim Spector warns that not all oats provide the same health benefits, particularly when it comes to lowering cholesterol.

11 Signs That You May Not Be Eating Enough

In a world where diet and weight loss are often the main focus, it’s easy to overlook the potential dangers of eating too little.While...

Should You Really Cut Out Sugar? New Research Says Balance is Key

We've all been there—sitting with a steaming cup of coffee, debating whether to take just one more cookie. But then the doubt creeps in. Is it really good for you?

Drink Your Way to Better Health With This Beverage

A popular hot beverage, found in many British kitchens and increasingly enjoyed worldwide, may offer significant health benefits for both the heart and brain, according to a nutrition expert.

How Diet Can Help Smokers Fight Nicotine Cravings

A doctor has shared an interesting list of dietary supplements and food choices that may help smokers manage their nicotine addiction

How to Say No to Alcohol at Parties – Without Feeling Awkward

It can be challenging to turn down a drink when bottles are being passed around and the expectation to "join in" is in the air.