Sweeteners now have numerous aliases: from the zero-calorie sodas to the desserts rich in jaggery, and all boast of being the healthier option. But are they so? While natural sweeteners (such as honey ...

Jessica Rendall is a reporter with experience covering a variety of health and wellness topics, including chronic disease, infectious disease, telemedicine, mental health and health technology. Carley ...

You stand in front of the beverage shelf at the supermarket on your way home from work. You compare a pack of "vegetable ...

Alex Yampolsky, PharmD, is a pediatric clinical pharmacist at Elizabeth Seton Children’s center where he optimizes the comfort and care of his patients. Taking alpha-lipoic acid may improve blood ...

The holiday season means parties and other gatherings where you're likely to find yourself surrounded by sweets. It's only natural to indulge this time of year, and many nutrition experts actually don ...

Sorbitol, a popular sugar-free sweetener, may not be as harmless as its label suggests. Researchers found it can be turned into fructose in the liver, triggering effects similar to regular sugar. Gut ...

Olly is launching Mochi Bites, a new line of supplements inspired by the Japanese rice cake, exclusively at Target.

Erika Prouty, PharmD, is a professional community pharmacist that specializes in blood cholesterol readings, blood pressure readings, and medication therapy management. Many people think of zinc for ...