Couscous can make a great base for a balanced meal. Couscous, a grain dish traditionally made from durum wheat semolina, has become a staple in many cultures. It also has antioxidant properties, which means that it protects against cell damage and infection. Couscous is packed with selenium, and delivers more than three-fourths of your daily needs in a one-cup serving. Like other grains, couscous also delivers carbohydrates, fiber, and protein....

Learn what experts have to say about this popular drink. Cranberry juice is sweet yet tart, making it a delicious daily drink or occasional refreshment. Let’s delve into cranberry juice nutrition, science-backed benefits and tips for selecting the healthiest options. Getty Images It’s also low in total calories and fat, making it a go-to beverage choice for many. you’re free to even incorporate it into fun recipes for entertaining, like ourCranberry-Orange Punch....

We love cucumbersin salads, on sandwiches or by themselvesbut are they nutritious? Let’s find out what dietitians have to say. Cucumbers are a delicious kitchen staple, whether you slice them up for a salad or quick-pickle them. Getty Images / EJGrubbs Staying on top of your fluid intake also helps prevent constipation, while promoting gut health. “Cucumbers are rich in the mineral silica, which helps keep skin healthy,” says Largeman-Roth....

If you’re trying to lose weight, soda is not your best beverage choice. A 12-ounce can of cola has about 8 teaspoons of sugar-which translates to about 130 calories. Other studies show thatconsuming no-calorie sweetenersmay actually make youhungrier. Try seltzer, which gives you bubbles without any sweeteners or sugar and now comes in many fun flavors. you’re able to also add a splash of juice to the seltzer for a more flavorful drink....

But the short answer is: no! Sugar is the simplestform of carbohydrate. It occurs naturally in lots of foods like milk, honey, some vegetables, and fruit. Yes, fruit contains several kinds of sugars and roughly half of them come from fructose. Fructose also makes up about half the carbohydrates in table sugar and high-fructose corn syrup. But, that’s hardly the case. First of all, fruit is more than just fructose....

Half of our meal should always be fruits and vegetables, the commission’sPlanetary Health Dietguidelines advised. But that’s not what raised eyebrows, particularly in the United States. That’s smaller than a quarter-pound burger! Getty Images / Frank Elbers / EyeEm The average American would have to cut their red-meat consumption by 90%. (The U.S. goal, for instance, is 26 to 28% below 2005 levels by 2025.) And reducing beef consumption may be key....

The breakfast and snack staple provides protein for muscles, calcium for bones and probiotics for your gut health. Here’s how to get the most out of your bowl. Is this true, though? Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Here, a registered dietitian breaks down what you’re gonna wanna know. Pictured Recipe:Strawberry-Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark What Is Greek Yogurt? Greek yogurt is similar toregular yogurtbut contains less liquid and has a denser texture....

We spoke to a pediatrician about the potential risks, benefits and overall effects caffeine may have on kids. There is an entire sector of the beverage industry catering to kids, ultimately promoting the consumption of caffeine. All of this may leave you wondering, is it safe for kids to drink caffeine? Photo:Getty Images We spoke with a pediatrician and took a deeper look into this topic. Is It Safe for Kids to Drink Caffeine?...

We consulted a tomato expert to find out what to do with bruised, overripe and moldy tomatoes. Plus, we’ve got tips for how to pick the freshest tomatoes. And, is it OK to eat a bruised or moldy tomato? Photo: Getty Images Read on to for the answers and more! If you intend to use the tomato right away, look for a slight give as you gently squeeze. If you’re not sure when you’ll use it, choose a more firm tomato....

You might have more leeway than you think. Even if its been in there a couple of weeks (or longer! ), its likely that the eggs are still safe to eat, according to experts. Getty Images Here we break down what you should probably know about eggs and expiration dates. However, eggs can be safely eaten two to three weeks past that date. By or Best By. EatingWell How to find that date?...

Spoiler alert: Moldy bread can make you sick. If you don’t want to risk it, just throw it out. Bread is a staple in many homes. Getty Images Maybe you even keep asourdough starterin your fridge so you canbake your own loaves. And it probably made you wondershould I cut off the moldy parts of the bread and eat it? What Is Bread Mold? Moldsare fungi that may or may not be visible to the naked eye....

There are safety concerns around eating raw eggsbut just how dangerous is it, really? I’ve also made, served and eaten homemade mayo prepared with raw eggs many times. Or perhaps you unintentionally consumed undercooked eggs. Photo: Getty Images Whatever led you here, you’re wondering if it’s safe to eat raw eggs. The short answer is no, it’s not completely safe to eat raw eggs. Is It Safe to Eat Raw Eggs?...

You may have eaten raw oats before, but is it safe? As a dietitian and recipe developer, my pantry is typically always stocked with every oat variety. What Are Raw Oats? Photo:Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Catherine Jessee, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle There can be a bit of confusion around the definition of raw oats. We often think of raw as simply uncooked. However, some consider oats to only be raw if they have not been steamed or heated during processing....