Sharon Palmer

Everyone knows fruit and vegetables are good for you, but we're not eating nearly enough. Only 6 percent of us meet our daily recommended target for vegetables, and 8 percent...

Should I eliminate gluten from my diet? Which "superfoods" should I eat? Are "natural" foods any better for me? These are the questions on the minds of thousands of consumers...

If you have to avoid gluten, it doesn't mean you have to skimp on whole grains. Just focus on those that are gluten-free, including amaranth and quinoa. A growing number...

Lose 10 pounds in a week! Such are the claims of popular diets featured in magazines, books and on the Internet, which appeal to a growing number of people trying...

Not so long ago, nutrition experts cautioned people to avoid nuts, as they were considered a "fatty" food. During the "fat-free" era of the 1980s, people across the country shunned...

When you're pushing your shopping cart down the supermarket aisle, how do you know which cooking fat to select for heart health? Your choices are endless, from bottles of green...

High blood pressure is called the "silent killer" because about one in three people have it, but many don't even realize it. So, what if you're one of those Americans...

When you're pushing your shopping cart down the supermarket aisle, how do you know which cooking fat to select for heart health? Your choices are endless, from bottles of green...

What do deep-fried zucchini, salmon sauteed in butter, and garden pasta with Alfredo sauce have in common? They're examples of how you can take a perfectly delicious, healthful food and...

Whether you exercise just 30 minutes a day or run 10 miles a day, adequate hydration is critical for optimal health. Turn to water and unsweetened, plant-based drinks as your...