Eating nutrient-dense foods is just the first step. Try pairing those foods strategically to help your body absorb more of those nutrients, dietitians say.

Your daily coffee ritual delivers more than just energy — it provides protection against type 2 diabetes, liver disease and cognitive decline. Yet this beloved beverage may be quietly undermining your ...

"Your body needs to get the right nutrients from the food you eat to help you lose weight effectively. When your gut absorbs vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients well, it helps your body turn food ...

We all seem to be looking for more ways to get the nutrients our bodies need, but nutrient intake is so much more than just the foods we eat. Even if you're eating foods that are high in the nutrients ...

Written by Registered Dietitian, Sean Soderman, Womack Army Medical Center. FORT BRAGG, N.C--As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of National Nutrition Month, remembering to ‘Fuel for the Future’ is a ...

Eating a balanced diet is only part of the equation for good health. Another equally important factor is the ability of the body to absorb the nutrients from what we consume. Even healthy foods may ...

What are anti-nutrients, and should you build your diet around avoiding them? Have you ever heard advice that tells you to pair black pepper and turmeric to get the most out of your curcumin? If so, ...

Compared to other breads, sourdough is easier to digest, has less of an impact on blood sugar, and is potentially more ...

A risky but often lifesaving surgery that removes damaged parts of the small intestine can leave patients facing a new threat: serious liver damage with no available treatment. Now, scientists have ...

Certain natural plant compounds can interfere with nutrient absorption or cause symptoms in sensitive people, but preparation, balance and diet diversity usually shift the equation toward benefit. For ...