Nutrition

Articles about nutrition, diets, foods, herbs, supplements, vitamins and more, often including the health benefits of the chosen topic. Written by qualified journalists or Dr. Axe himself, each piece is based on studies and always fact-checked.

12 Ginger Benefits … for the Body and Brain

With its zesty, peppery flavor and its extensive list of health benefits, ginger root is equal parts delicious and nutritious. It’s one of the most used dietary condiments in the world today, versatile, easy to ...

Dandelion Root Benefits for Cholesterol Levels and the Liver

Dandelions have a reputation as both a granter of wishes and a dreaded weed and lawn nuisance. However, did you know that dandelion root is loaded with nutrients and boasts a variety of benefits to ...

Kiwi Nutrition: 10 Surprising Benefits + More Vitamin C than Orange

If you've never tried a kiwifruit, you might be on your way to the grocery store after reading all of the ways it can enhance your health. That's because kiwi nutrition provides an insane amount ...

Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) Benefits for Cardiovascular Health

There are plenty of ways to get proper amounts of vitamin B5 (also known as pantothenic acid) into your diet, and because many people consume B5 vitamin foods frequently, luckily today we don’t see a ...

What Is Diatomaceous Earth? Benefits for Health & Home

You may never have heard of diatomaceous earth before, but chances are you've consumed or used plenty of products that contain it. What is diatomaceous earth, and does it really work? Diatomaceous earth is a powder that ...

Alkaline Diet: the Key to Longevity and Fighting Chronic Disease?

A popular diet that touts longevity benefits and staving off disease is the mostly plant-based alkaline diet. A 2012 review published in the Journal of Environmental Health found that achieving pH balance by eating an ...

Avocado Benefits: The Most Nutrition-Packed Food on the Planet?

Avocado has snagged a spot as one of the world's healthiest superfoods — and for good reason. In addition to being delicious and easy to enjoy, avocados also contain a hearty dose of important nutrients, such ...

25 Brain Foods to Boost Focus and Memory

While we’ve always known that what we eat affects our bodies and how we look, scientists continue to uncover evidence that what we eat plays a huge role in the health of our brains. Yes, ...

Greatest Plant Protein: Edamame?

Young soybeans harvested before they ripen, edamame is a popular plant-based food in Asian cuisine and across the globe with potential health benefits. It's available in many different forms, including shelled, in the pod, fresh ...

What Is Gelatin Good For? Top Benefits for Skin, Gut & Joint Health (Plus More!)

If you’ve ever had Jell-O before, you’ve come into contact with gelatin whether you realize it or not. What might surprise you is that it’s a lot more than just a creative way to make ...