Eat Well

Bringing others food is the universal language of love, compassion and the quiet way people care for one another when life gets hard. In an ages-old tradition, people bring food when life gets difficult or busy: After a death in the family, after surgery or during an illness, with the arrival of a baby, when … Read more

Creatine, a compound of three amino acids and generally stored in the muscles, has long been used by athletes for that added boost. But the supplement, considered safe if used as directed, is having a day in women’s health. Besides improving strength and function, it has been shown to maintain bone and muscle mass during … Read more

Get Healthy: Carol Slager: Proper pairings when storing fruits and veggies can keep them fresher and tastier longer By Carol Slager, Times correspondent April 27, 2026 Understanding which fruits and vegetables store well together and which ones do not can help cut down on waste. It’s easy for me to spend a good amount of … Read more

Get Healthy: Latest federal nutritional guidelines turn old recommendations upside down with pros and cons By Christine Bryant, Times correspondent April 15, 2026 The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the most recent version featuring the traditional food pyramid turned upside down, can help shape public health messaging and nutrition education. Sarah Kolb is a registered dietitian … Read more

Patients don’t often walk into appointments asking about the federal dietary guidelines or visual tools including the food pyramid, UChicago Medicine registered dietitian Sarah Kolb said. Instead, many arrive with general nutrition messages they’ve picked up from friends, social media or the latest diet trends. Yet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the most recent version … Read more

Get Healthy: Carol Slager: Orange cauliflower, broccolini and more make the veggie portion of your plate sing By Carol Slager, Times correspondent Mar 16, 2026 Orange, purple and green cauliflower and broccolini pack all the benefits of their traditional cousins while adding flare and flavor. Carol Slager suggests brightening your veggie choices with colored versions … Read more

Get Healthy: Robust diagnostics, advanced therapies just the beginning in improved cancer survival rates By Christine Bryant, Times correspondent Mar 11, 2026 More patients are living long-term thanks to advances in screening, targeted therapies and coordinated care. Dr. Eduardo Braun is an oncologist/hematologist on staff at Powers Health and co-medical director of Powers Health Cancer … Read more

Protein is the building block that keeps your body running strong. Together with fats and carbohydrates, this powerful macronutrient plays an essential role in fueling your metabolism; supporting bone, tissue and cell production; and strengthening your immune system to help ward off pesky illnesses. In addition, protein also contributes to building muscle mass and supplies … Read more

Hundreds of detox drinks exist, so it can be confusing to know what to choose. The good news is that our bodies detox themselves naturally — so it’s not necessary to have a specialty drink on hand to eliminate toxins and waste every day. But there are ways to speed up the process — and crafting … Read more

Vegetarian, vegan, flexitarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, paleo, keto, Mediterranean, Whole30 — with all the different eating plans available, finding one that works with your personal preferences, lifestyle and health requirements can be confusing. When you finally do zero in on a diet you want to try, sticking to the rules is the next challenge. For thoughtful … Read more