A Lifetime of Nutrition
Common Lifetime Events and Weight Gain
We all share certain times in our lives when we're most likely to gain weight. From going off to college to hitting menopause - here the times many of us are prone to gaining weight.
Americans Don't Have Healthy Lifestyles
So many Americans are unhealthy. Probably due to eating too much and exercising too little. Some people still smoke and drink too much alcohol too. Learn more.
Cooking for Love With Aphrodisiacs
Aphrodisiacs may not be have magical sexual powers, but most of them are nutritious. In fact, they often contain nutrients that are important for sexual health. Learn more.
Share Your Favorite Foods That Help You Sleep
Have you found certain foods help you sleep better? Or do you have to avoid specific foods or drink? Share your story with other About.com Nutrition readers.
Sexy Superfoods
Superfoods are high in antioxidants that may have health benefits. You may feel healthier and sexier when you eat these sexy superfoods.
Are There Any Foods I Should Avoid When I'm Pregnant?
There are some foods you should avoid when you are going to have a baby. Find out which ones and why.
How Much Weight Should I Gain While I'm Pregnant?
You should gain weight when you're going to have a baby - the amount depends on what you weigh before you get pregnant. Find out how much weight you'll need to gain during your pregnancy.
Do Strawberries Cause Birth Defects?
A reader asks if strawberries cause birth defects and wants to know if pregnant women should avoid eating strawberries. Read my answer.
Foods That Help You Sleep
The foods you eat, or don't eat, can help you get a good night's sleep. Here are some ideas for bedtime snacks that can help you sleep.
Is Eating Late at Night Bad For Your Health?
A bedtime snack is just fine for most people. In fact eating a light snack may help you sleep. Just don't overdo it and eat too much.
Can Foods Help Menopause?
Menopause is a normal part of aging for women, but some women suffer from a variety of discomforts. Here's a look at some foods that may help to alleviate some of the symptoms of menopause.
The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet has been associated with a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease and it may help you to live longer. Learn how to follow the Mediterranean diet.
Why Do We Need Fewer Calories Per Day as We Age?
The older you get, the less food you need to eat. Find out why you need fewer calories as you age and what you can do to maintain a healthy weight.
Dietary Supplements: Tips for Older Adults
There are good reasons for older adults to take some dietary supplements. I've got tips for older people who want to take dietary supplements.
Nutrition and Aging: Learning to Eat With Dentures
Getting dentures is one way to deal with dental problems. It can take some time and practice to learn how to eat again. Here are some tips on how to chew and eat your food with new dentures.
10 Topics In Nutrition We Weren’t Thinking - 1999
Here is a list of ten topics in nutrition that weren't on our minds in 1999, but are common now.
