Nutrition Basics

Understanding the fundamentals of good nutrition and how food fuels your body can help you make smarter decisions and build meals that nourish your body.
Added sugar
How Much Sugar Can I Have Per Day?
Sparkling water with lime
Is Sparkling Water Good For You?
Stevia leaves, powder and tablets
Is Stevia Safe to Use?
what is a serving size
What Is a Serving Size?
Person considering how many calories they need per day
How Many Calories Do You Need Each Day?
Cottonseed Oil
Understanding Cooking Oil Smoke Points
group of proteins: tofu, chicken, salmon
How Much Protein Do You Need?
bowl of blueberries
17 Healthy Late-Night Snacks
cup of black coffee
How Much Caffeine Is in a Cup of Coffee?
bowl of high-fiber fruit
17 High-Fiber Fruits and Their Healthful Benefits
Yogurt
10 Foods That Are Easy to Digest
Mayonnaise annotated
Is Mayonnaise Good for Your Health?
Meats and vegetables
Macronutrients 101
sugar-free candy
Is Maltitol a Safe Alternative Sweetener?
Vegetables
How Many Vegetables Should You Eat Every Day?
woman eating salad
Daily Diet Composition Charts for Carbs, Protein, and Fat
Invert sugar on a spoon
Invert Sugar: Should You Avoid It?
Woman sleeping on sofa
In a Food Coma? Why You Feel Sleepy After You Eat
Proteins
The Effects of Protein Deficiency
types of salt
Choose the Healthiest Salt for Your Kitchen
Fruit
What Fruits Is in Season?
Tomatoes on a plate
Top 9 Foods for Both Low-Carb and Low-Fat Diets
Breakfast cereal
BHA and BHT Keep Foods Fresh, But Are They Safe?
A Guide to Healthy Foods High in Iron
Whole Grain Cereal
Carb Calculator: How Many Carbs Do You Need Daily?
Two ice water glasses with lemons and yellow straws.
Is Flavored Water Good For You?
Dietitians and nutritionists are similar and can help improve your diet.
Differences Between a Dietitian and Nutritionist
Green vegetables
10 Foods That Are High in Vitamin K
Major nutrients your body needs
6 Categories of Nutrients and Why Your Body Needs Them
group of protein sources including eggs, almonds, and cottage cheese
Protein Requirements for People Over 70
Cucumber
How to Calculate the Thermic Effect of Food
Soy milk
Does Soy Milk Affect Estrogen Levels?
Spoons full of grains
12 High-Protein Grains to Add to Your Diet
Almonds
Properly Storing Almonds to Keep Them Fresh and Safe
White bread with sesame seeds
Safety of Eating Calcium Propionate
Woman reading a food label at the grocery store
Calories in Food and Exercise
man reaching into the fridge late at night
How Late Night Eating Can Impact Health
Man drinking a green smoothie
How Exercise Affects Appetite and Hunger, and What This Means for You
The bread aisle of an Iowa grocery store.
How to Spot Sulfites on Food Labels
Spilled salt shaker on black countertop
What Happens If You Don't Consume Enough Sodium
Empty plate with knife and fork on table.
What Is Malnutrition?
Pumpkin puree in a bowl
Healthy Foods That Are High In Lutein
Vegetarian Diet
7 Nutrient Deficiencies That Can Make You Sick
Vegan salad with quinoa, red orange and black olives
Farro vs. Quinoa: How They Compare, According to Dietitians
Woman with hands on belly
Gassy on a Plant-Based Diet? That May Be a Good Sign
Quinoa in a measuring cup
Quinoa vs. Rice: What's the Healthier Grain?
Monitoring blood sugar after a workout
Food Timing and Exercise With Hypoglycemia
Honey drizzle
How Manuka Honey Differs From Regular Honey
Skirt Steak
Formaldehyde in Food: What You Need to Know
Foods high in magnesium.
Healthy Foods That Are High in Magnesium
Basil
9 Dietary Trace Minerals and What Foods Are High in Them
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms
How Vitamin B12 Deficiency Affects the Body
apple
Why Nutrients Are Lost in Cut Fruits and Vegetables
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Is Sourdough Bread Good for You?
high protein foods in bowl
How Much Protein Should I Eat to Lose Weight?
foods for better joint health
7 Foods for Better Joint Health, According to a Dietitian