Vegetables are a valuable part of any diet. However, if you suffer from heart, cardiovascular, and hypertension issues, certain vegetables may be best consumed in small amounts. Here are several ...

While most produce is a heart-health hero, certain vegetables pack hidden sodium and compounds that undermine your ...

When a particular eating plan becomes super popular all of a sudden, it's worth looking at with skeptical eyes. After all, plenty of diets that started out as legitimate, expert-backed plans designed ...

Oxalic acid is a naturally occurring compound in many fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains. While small amounts of oxalic acid are not harmful, this compound can inhibit the absorption of other ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My blood pressure crept up on me, and I went on medication. I had been eating what I thought was a healthy diet to keep my blood pressure in check. My nutritionist suggested to me I ...

Hiding within many of our most nutritious foods is a naturally occurring compound that deserves more attention than it typically receives. Oxalic acid, also known as oxalate, exists in varying amounts ...

Kathy C. from Indiana writes: “Recently, I read that people with osteopenia should avoid foods with oxalates. It’s hard for calcium to be absorbed. The partial list includes healthy food that I like ...