New evidence suggests that introducing common sources of food allergies in the first year of life is associated with reductions in new cases in children. But prevention is only part of the story.

Calcium builds and strengthens bones, while vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. You need both calcium and vitamin D in ...

One-in-four children in Cook County are at risk of hunger, and one-in-five homes in Chicago experience food insecurity. 15.2% of Illinois residents rely on SNAP benefits for basic nutrition, and 45% ...

The attorney generals are asking Congress to define hemp and stop the sale of unregulated THC products that contain synthetic ...

The hilarious and food-loving Raphael Gomes investigates jaw-dropping food conspiracies that blew up the internet in 2018.

The old Rainbow Foods in Richfield has been vacant since 2018. Loma Bonita Market will open in the space in the next few weeks. The locally owned Mexican grocery store chain says its newest store will ...

BACKGROUND: Smoking and unhealthy diet are important risk factors for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, contributing to public health crises. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the consumption of ...

From sizzling grills to bubbling broths, every great street food is a science experiment in disguise. These top-rated dishes of 2018 combine chemical reactions, cultural heritage, and precise cooking ...

The consumption of ultra-processed foods is on a slow decline, though most Americans — and especially children — are getting most of their calories from unhealthy, manufactured foods, according to new ...

Lindsey DeSoto, RD, is a nutrition writer, medical reviewer, and registered dietitian who helps clients improve their diet for health-related reasons. Her writing covers a variety of topics, including ...