Nutrition basics
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10 great health foods
Add these health foods to the menu and give your diet a healthy boost.
Alcohol use: Weighing risks and benefits
Drinking alcohol in any amount is a health risk that increases with each drink you have. The risk peaks with heavy drinking, including binge drinking, which carries serious health risks.
Artificial sweeteners and other sugar substitutes
Get the facts on products that make food and drinks sweeter.
Caffeine: How much is too much?
Is your caffeine habit causing problems? Find out how much is too much and if you need to curb your consumption.
Carbohydrates: How carbs fit into a healthy diet
See why carbohydrates are important for your health and learn which ones to choose.
Chart of high-fiber foods
Looking to eat more fiber every day? Here are some common foods that can help.
Dietary fat: Know which to choose
Not all fat is created equal. Find out which type of fat to choose — and which to avoid — for good health.
Dietary fiber: Essential for a healthy diet
Some of the health benefits of eating dietary fiber might surprise you. Find out what fiber can do for you and how to get more in your diet.
Sodium: How to tame your salt habit
Find out which foods have lots of this mineral and get tips on how to cut back.
Water: How much should you drink every day?
Know how much water to drink to stay healthy and hydrated.