Wellness

Is counting calories wasted energy?

Eating healthy has never been sweeter.

Can a menu change provide relief?

There's more to this salubrious seed than a pop culture reference

Can poor sleep = weight gain?

Can diet reduce your risk?

Answers to your questions about prediabetes and diabetes.

Hot or cold, this tasty brew is one of the most healthful drinks around

Enhance digestion and soothe inflammation with this juicy gem.

The root that lends its flavor to everything from ginger ale to exotic curries is one of the world's oldest medicines

Can cleaning up your diet help clear your head?

What you need to know about your sodium intake

Are you thirsty for the truth about water?

How do garlic and other odors get under your skin?

You can get what you need from a plant-based diet. Here's how.

You don't need fish to reap the benefits.

The "stinking rose" is blooming with health benefits

How Much Fiber Do I Really Need?

What humane testing methods exist in place of animal testing?

Check out Vegetarian Times Editors's author page.

Check out Vegetarian Times Editors's author page.

How can you stop seasonal sniffles? Read our article by Neal Barnard, MD in our Heath Q&A segment to find out.

Are there any natural ways to prevent allergy attacks?

It's a common concern for vegetarians and vegans. Our expert nutritionist weighs in.

Check out Neal Barnard, MD's author page.

Will eating more protein help your body gain muscle faster? The research may surprise you.

Check out Neal Barnard, MD's author page.

Gallstones are a common problem. They occur more frequently in women than men and are more common as we age.

Yep, says the dairy industry whose ads promise a “trimmer tummy” by drinking milk. Other ads on Dr. Phil, Will & Grace and in People and other magazines have positioned milk, cheese and yogurt as weapons in the war on obesity. But the multimillion-dollar campaign could soon face health problems of its own.

I seem to put on pounds more easily than other people, and everyone in my family has struggled with weight gain. Can I change my inherited “plump genes” without starving myself?

I seem to gain weight so easily and lose it so slowly. Could I have a slow metabolism? Or thyroid problems?

Switching to whole grain bread is one of the easiest ways to up your fiber intake. We explain how to make the healthiest choice at the supermarket.

Going meatless? Make sure your nutrition is on point by incorporating the following foods.

Lifestyle changes can help improve your cholesterol — and boost the cholesterol-lowering power of medications.

Do what you can to stay healthy during the season of colds. Plus, tips for getting better if you do get sick.