Spending the day on the beach is fun, but eventually you to come out of the water to eat — and that can be difficult.

Aluminum foil may be convenient, but it may also be toxic. Here are some alternatives for when you're cooking over high heat.

The end of artificial preservatives may be near — thanks to the power of plants and phytonutrients called flavanoids.

Mango is a delicious fruit that can be a pain to cut. Here's how the pros do it gto et the most fruit without hassle or harm.

Most nuts are safe to eat past their best-by date, but eventually almonds, cashews and other nuts will go rancid.

Researchers suggest our most lasting legacy will be chicken bones.

Those food storage beeswax cloths and bags you've been noticing? They work.

The government shutdown has forced the Food and Drug Administration to significantly reduce the number of inspections it's able to do.

It all has to do with the smoke point of the oil.

Chickens with ankle monitors and spinach with trackers can tell consumers a lot about their food — including whether it's tainted.

New research shows some raw food contains deadly bacteria.

Seafood fraud remains rampant in the U.S., according to a new investigation by Oceana, with one in five samples mislabeled.

Research finds a bad diet to be the biggest risk for early death worldwide.

Electronic cigarettes are surging in popularity among young people, despite bans in Michigan and San Francisco.

Flavonoids are plant-based compounds with powerful antioxidant properties found in a lot of fruits and vegetables like blueberries and grapes.

Julia Child and food safety experts disagree on whether you should wash raw chicken before cooking it.

The virtues of preparing a home-cooked meal for one's family has been extolled as the answer to all of our food problems, but is that realistic?

Dried beef jerky is a staple at most grocery stores and gas stations, but more sustainable options for vegans and vegetarians are on the rise.

A recent U.K. case study focused on a teenage boy's highly restrictive diet, and how his junk food preferences led to permanent vision loss.

Sometimes cooking (and sometimes raw) is the best way to get the most nutrients from your favorite fruits and vegetables.

A study finds that a tomato's cancer-fighting properties are reduced when consumed with iron-rich food.

By playing and joking with young patients, Carrick makes going to the hospital a little less scary.

They don't shed tears and won't remember having mustaches!

Making baby food at home is easier & more important than you think. Here are 5 homemade baby food recipes.

Hospitalized infants in Kansas City are photographed wearing sweet costumes for Halloween.

Take a look at the nutritional benefits of 5 popular tree nuts, and you'll realize nuts are a great snack!

Move over pumpkin spice, the humble pear is a true harbinger of fall. Here's how to choose and eat the different types of pears.

Aflac employee and Auburn alumnus rallies colleagues to raise more than $70,000 for boy with leukemia.

An Aflac CSR Hero volunteers to instill a sense of purpose and confidence in New Hampshire children who need it most.

Don't be intimidated by this oft forgotten fragrant fall fruit. We'll show you how to eat quince like a pro.

Sea slugs could tell us a lot about why we fall into a food coma.

We've read about the harmful health effects of eating processed meats. But what about their fishy counterparts?

You may think you're stuffed, but sugar has a way of making more space in your stomach, Norwegian researchers discover.

Buckner is dedicated to creating and maintaining a family atmosphere, both at work and in his service to the community.

The company celebrated its employees and independent agents who exemplify its mission to serve the community.

For this CSR Hero, helping those less fortunate is a family affair.

Top myths about chocolate. Aphrodisiac? Acne inciter? Friend or foe? Here's the skinny on the world's most beloved confectionery.

Packed with protein, calcium and probiotics, yogurt is a popular dairy staple available in lots of varieties.

Baker puts her passion for environmentalism to work.

A major new study examines the impact of certain foods on both the body and the planet.

When people think of avocados, they think of guacamole, but there's more to these nutritious fruits than meets the chip.

Aflac’s vice president and corporate secretary makes sure the company goes above and beyond to create and maintain a culture of purpose.

It's not just that your mom encourages second helpings. Studies show that a phenomenon called "social facilitation" is one factor in why we overeat with others.

Nutritionists say it's not just what we eat, but when we eat dinner that matters.

A new study seeks to define what a 'hyper-palatable' food is, and how they're specifically designed to make us eat more than we should.

‘Moments of Joy’ highlights Aflac’s near-25-year commitment to raising awareness for childhood cancer while addressing the challenges kids face.

Laleh Mohmedi transforms her young child's meals into memorable cartoon characters as a way to encourage healthy eating.

Predicted to be a hot trend in 2020, the rise of everything butters and spreads has only just begun.

When we throw away banana peels, we throw away a lot of health benefits.

Not everyone is a fan of this low-carb, high-fat diet that puts your body into a metabolic state of ketosis.