This Too Shall Pass: Treating and Preventing Kidney Stones

More common, frequently less painful and far more preventable than reputed, kidney stones have, thankfully, entered a new era of highly effective, noninvasive procedures. We bring ...

This Too Shall Pass: Treating and Preventing Kidney Stones

More common, frequently less painful and ...

What is Somatotype?

A person’s body type — somatotype — used to be defined in simple terms: ectomorphs are thin, mesomorphs are muscular and endomorphs tend to hold onto ...

Serving Size Vs. Portion Size

We’ve all been there: after enjoying a quick snack, we check the nutrition label only to learn we’ve just eaten two, ...

Don’t be afraid of fat. Not only does it make food taste good, but it also plays an important role in a healthy, balanced diet. Learn ...

The Research

Walking and running injuries are very common but can be avoidable by understanding the signs and symptoms. According to ...

Considering Keto: Is It the Right Diet for You?

The truth is that a silver bullet for weight loss likely does not exist, but Americans’ perpetual search continues unabated. Low-carb diets such as Paleo, Whole30, and ...

Considering Keto: Is It the Right Diet for You?

The truth is that a silver bullet for weight loss likely does not exist, but Americans’ perpetual search continues unabated. Low-carb diets such as Paleo, ...

Ask the RD

Although eggs were exonerated in recent years from their reputation as a hindrance to cholesterol, it’s difficult for individuals who are told one thing for ...

Add Years to Your Life

Eating a fiber-filled diet doesn’t have to mean noshing on bran muffins and drinking prune juice. Avocados, raspberries, artichokes, lentils, ...