Dairy marketing has long convinced many of us that drinking a lot of milk is the express lane to strong bones. We’ve told that “milk does a body good.” Turns out, that may not only be false, but a downright dangerous statement that’s luring thousands of men to their early deaths.

Coconut oil is one of the richest sources of saturated fat, a fat long considered to be unhealthy. Yet coconut oil has been credited with a wide range of health benefits. What’s wrong with that picture? Here are 12 ways the research shows coconut oil can impact your health and wellness….

There’s a lot of research claiming to prove the health benefits of coffee. Some of those health claims have a good deal of solid research behind them, while others warrant further investigation. But after more than 20 years of research into coffee, there is one thing we know for sure that can keep you drinking, worry-free…

Plants make potent medicine. Our ancient ancestors knew it. And modern scientists know it (why do you think most medications have their roots in plants?). Still, many folk remedies get written off as hogwash. That’s why it’s especially exciting when research can pinpoint the mechanism behind a plant’s medicinal power…

Alzheimer’s disease has no cure at this point. Does that mean you should sit back and only hope it doesn’t happen to you? That’s a big fat NO. There’s enough research on how to avoid the mind robber, starting with foods you should eat, those you shouldn’t and other helpful tips to live dementia-free…

Eating too much sugar causes weight gain and increases risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer. But before I get all worked up about sugar, it’s worth noting that not all sugar is created equal. One type of sugar sets you up for dangerous health conditions… and another type helps protect you…

Have you jumped on the gluten-free bandwagon yet? It seems everywhere you turn these days, people, including some big-name celebrities, are going gluten-free, claiming it’s helped them with weight loss, energy and their health in general. But there are a few things you should be aware of before jumping on board.

This bright yellow spice has been revered since ancient times. No wonder researchers are rapidly exploring turmeric’s remarkable potential and demonstrating its powerful benefits for many key areas of health. Here are just a few key highlights among turmeric’s long list of beneficial actions…

In a world filled with confusing and conflicting nutrition advice, you can take solace one piece of reliable, scientifically-proven wisdom… Red and processed meats aren’t good for you. And you should eat less of them. Wait, not so fast… a nutritional controversy is brewing yet again that says that might not be so.

There’s a strong argument for getting your basic nutrition from whole foods rather than taking a fistful of supplements each day. One reason for this is because whole foods contain blends of vitamins and minerals that when consumed together, enhance their individual potencies. Here are 8 to pair for bigger benefits…

During my late teens and early 20s, I was vegan. And like a lot of vegans, I was all about fake meat… Soy, tempeh, seitan. Fake burgers, bacon, chicken. I tried them all. But there was one fake meat that stood out from the rest…

There are two ingredients Puerto Ricans eat far more than other Americans do. In fact, it’s not uncommon for them to eat these flavorful foods every single day. What effect does eating so many amazing alliums have on Puerto Ricans? It may be why they’re way less likely to get breast cancer than us mainlanders.