Diets and dieting

Food and mental health are inextricably linked, says Harvard nutritionist and brain expert Dr. Uma Naidoo. Here are the six brain-boosting foods most Americans lack in their diet.

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.

Using New Year’s resolutions to form new behaviors can be a powerful tool if done right, according to Charles Duhigg, author of “The Power of Habit.”

It’s never too late to start eating in a way that gives you the best possible chance of staving off dementia as you age and making sure that your brain stays sharp and healthy. Here are the foods a Harvard nutritionist tries to avoid.

After quitting her consulting job, Emilina Lomas turned her passion for fitness and health into a lucrative career as a freelance writer—making up to $10,000 per month. She shares her top tips on how to make money on Fiverr.

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.

So many of us find it hard to make good decisions, like saving more for retirement, exercising daily and eating healthy. But a Stanford-trained psychologist may have developed a simple exercise that will give you the motivation and confidence to focus on long-term success.

Longevity expert Sergey Young has spent his career gathering insights from health researchers, doctors and dietitians about how to live a longer and stronger life. He shares his top health rules, including his diet, exercise routine and how much sleep he gets.

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...

Intermittent fasting has become one of the most popular health and fitness trends in recent years. Consumer Reports shares how you can benefit from it while avoiding the downsides.

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.

It’s not too late to make your New Year’s resolutions a success. Here’s the science behind forming habits and accomplishing your goals.