In the 1982 blockbuster, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, E.T. is lured out of hiding using a trail of Reese's Pieces. But what ...

A nutrition scientist applies metabolism, biology and food science to one of science fiction's oldest questions.

For inexplicable reasons, as a young child my son refused all things chocolate. When trick or treating, at home after home he would ask the people handing out Halloween candy, "Do you have anything ...

If you're a chocolate lover, you may be confused about whether eating the sweet treat does a body good or is detrimental to your health. The answer? It depends. Chocolate comes in various forms—white, ...

About 40 million Americans—12% of the U.S. population—have diabetes, 38 million of them having type 2 diabetes. People with diabetes are often advised to limit their consumption of sweets to help ...

How Does Chocolate Cause GI Symptoms? If you’re someone who experiences uncomfortable GI symptoms like bloating or gas after eating chocolate, there are several reasons why it may happen. Chocolate is ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Can chocolate really improve blood pressure and reduce heart disease risk? Emerging research suggests it might – and the findings are sweet news ‘Healthy chocolate’ may sound like an oxymoron to many.

Easter is here and chocolate is everywhere – crowding shop shelves, piling up on desks, and likely already sitting in your pantry. But if you’ve been finding it harder to sleep recently, late-night ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...