Despite what many people believe, cooking vegetables can increase the bioavailability of certain nutrients. (Getty Creative) If you’ve ever felt virtuous about eating a big salad for lunch, you know ...

A raw food diet — consisting largely of uncooked and unprocessed plant foods — has garnered attention for its potential health benefits. This diet primarily includes fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds ...

Vegetables are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and fiber, and health-conscious consumers naturally ...

Supporters of the raw food diet believe eating raw foods has benefits, including for weight loss and overall health. But there may also be drawbacks, such as not getting enough calories. The raw food ...

Can too much produce ever be a bad thing? Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Feeding your gut the right blend of foods and nutrients is key to helping it function at its best. Which begs the ...

Could you stand to eat only raw fruits and vegetables for three months? Khamar Brown did just that, going “raw vegan” for 90 days — and losing 77 pounds in the process. The YouTuber took to his ...

Eating more fruits and vegetables rich in micronutrients has been associated with better mental health, but a new study suggests that eating them raw is best for mood. "Our research has highlighted ...

The health benefits of plant-based foods are almost universal knowledge. Fruits and vegetables immediately come to mind, on top of other plant foods. Fruits are almost always eaten in their raw form.

Ever wonder which vegetables deserve a front-row seat on your plate? Some veggies offer far more vitamins, minerals, and overall health benefits than others, even though they all earn a place in a ...

Most of us have all too many un-fond memories of vegetables cooked into a gloppy mush. With their taste, texture, and vibrancy cooked out of them, it’s no wonder that so many of their nutrients are ...