Tomatillo – yes or no? For healthy eating, the answer is easy.
Sep 15, 2025
The tomatillo is a favorite of Mexico – and if you haven’t tried them already, there are plenty of reasons to do so.
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Plumb tired of the same old fruits? Try plums
Sep 2, 2025
Tart on the outside, but sweet and juicy on the inside. Add plums to your shopping list for a fresh summer treat.
Too much salt? How sodium consumption varies by culture
May 28, 2025
Most adults in the U.S. consume too much sodium, which increases health risks. A new study finds the sources vary by culture.
Volunteer EMT skipped his own checkups – until chest pain knocked him to his knees
May 20, 2025
TJ Smith was getting ready to respond to a 911 call for chest pain when he had his own chest pain. Open-heart surgery led to healthier eating, exercise and a mission to get people to take their health seriously.
This popular Korean side dish may have a distinct funky flavor, but it offers heart health benefits
May 16, 2025
Kimchi, a Korean side dish made of fermented vegetables, has risen in popularity over the past decade and is touted for its numerous health benefits.
Plant-based proteins may help lower high blood pressure risk
May 15, 2025
Eating a greater number and variety of minimally processed plant-based proteins may help lower the risk for high blood pressure, new research suggests.
Nothing says Happy Mother's Day like a home-cooked, heart-healthy brunch
Apr 30, 2025
Use these recipes to show the moms in your life some love this Mother's Day by cooking from – and for – the heart.
Let's cut to the chase: How you prep your food matters
Mar 28, 2025
Chopping, grinding, blending and juicing can alter taste and nutrition. Here's a look at what your favorite method might be doing to your meal.
AI can serve up ideas for healthy meals in a snap – but they come with a side of caution
Mar 27, 2025
Dietitians say you can use artificial intelligence to help with meal planning and more, but be on the lookout for half-baked ideas.
Getting more of some vitamins, minerals during pregnancy may lower future risk of high blood pressure
Mar 6, 2025
Women with higher levels of essential vitamins and minerals in their blood during pregnancy experienced lower risks for high blood pressure in middle age, new research shows.