Calcium
Pumpkin Pie vs. Apple Pie: Which Is Healthier?
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but put a bunch of them in a pie and the medical staff could come running. Apple pie’s high calorie and fat count [...]
6 Fruits and Veggies You Aren’t Eating But Should Be
Fruits and vegetables are important parts of a well-balanced diet. But both "fruits" and "vegetables" are rather broad terms. There's a ton of produce out there, and it varies dramatically [...]
The Best Thanksgiving Carb to Eat All Year Round
While mashed (white) potatoes are one of the dishes we most look forward to on Thanksgiving, the sweet potato is a fantastic alternative. According to the Center for Science in [...]
What Are Electrolytes?
They support hydration and help the body produce energy. They're also responsible for stimulating muscle contractions, including those that keep your heart beating.
5 Most Common Nutritional Deficiencies in Athletes
Nutritional deficiencies can negatively affect how athletes perform. STACK talked to sports dietician Leslie Bonci to find out which macronutrients athletes are most commonly deficient in. Bonci laid out the [...]
How the Benefits of Himalayan Pink Salt Compare to Those of Table Salt
Are there any Himalayan pink salt benefits or is it another fad in the nutrition world? The U.S. is finally shifting in a healthier direction with...
5 Weird Health Foods That Will Improve Your Performance
Are you staying up to date on the latest health food trends? Every year, more foods emerge into popularity and create a buzz for themselves in today's...
An Australian Man Lost 53 Pounds In 78 Days By Eating Nothing But Potatoes
Photo via Spudfit.com It might be the most boring diet of all time. No fancy juices or exotic superfoods or celebrity spokesmen. Just good old-fashioned potatoes, every meal [...]
Is the Paleo Diet Good for Athletes?
Beyond the Cave: After attending the annual Food and Nutrition Conference in Nashville recently, I decided to write a few "bites" on the Diet and...
8 Foods Packed With Nutrients Athletes Need
An athlete's body needs a lot more than just protein to thrive and perform at it's best. Vitamins and minerals like calcium, magnesium, Vitamin D, and...