Eating a variety of foods has been recommended for decades. Encouraging people to eat a variety of foods, also known as dietary diversity, may actually backfire, according to a new scientific ...

The 1990s were a decade of change and experimentation, especially concerning diet and health trends. From low-fat crazes to ...

New U.S. dietary guidelines push meat and animal-based products while underplaying plant-based vegetarian options. More ...

Since the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Health and Human Services made significant dietary recommendations, it has caused a stir among health professionals and the food industry.

As interest surges around “fibermaxxing,” scientists are examining how this overlooked nutrient interacts with metabolism, gut biology, and aging itself.

In its grain-based food recommendations, the Dietary Guidelines took sharp aim at refined grains and starches. The scientific ...