Cutting carbohydrates can be a fast track to weight loss. But villainizing the nutrient completely is a mistake, experts say.

Angelika Searle, owner of Bolton's Pretzel and Spelt, said years of “tidying up” leftover treats at her bakery left her carrying extra weight and facing potential health risks. After a ...

These low-carb dinners come together in three steps or less. Plus, they feature inflammation-fighting ingredients like lean proteins and whole grains.

Protein is having a moment, with federal guidelines significantly raising the recommended amount people should eat every day and products ranging from coffee drinks to Pop-Tarts touting enhanced ...

Easy-to-digest carbs provide quick energy without upsetting your stomach. Learn which foods work best for workouts, illness, and steady fuel.

A long-term study found that while a ketogenic diet prevented weight gain, it also triggered major metabolic problems. Mice developed fatty liver disease, abnormal blood fats, and an impaired ability ...

I only eat meat or fermented foods,” the health secretary told USA TODAY's Extremely Normal show. Here's what experts say about the diet.

Long held up as the big benchmark of nutrition, the calorie is losing its clout in the age of GLP-1s and a sharper focus on nutrients.

This story is part of our ‘Habits to Embrace—and Ditch—in 2026’ series. Read the whole list here. A warm almond croissant. A giant bowl of mac and cheese. A thick slice of sourdough with a hefty slab ...

Roughly half of Americans have prediabetes or diabetes, including an increasing number of children. High blood levels of glucose (sugar) whether, from prediabetes or diabetes, damage blood vessels and ...

Animal-based diets can increase the risk of health issues like heart disease and cancer. These diets might help lose weight but often lead to losing lean mass, not body fat. It's better to eat more ...