The Rod of Asclepius is a striking emblem: a simple staff with a lone snake coiled around it, universally acknowledged as a symbol of medicine and healing.

In ancient times, the mountaintops of Greece held the shrines and ritual sites of the gods. Now, they’re astonishingly ...

For decades, doctors and nutritionists have recommended eating plenty of fruits and vegetables for good health. But when you dig into a salad or nosh on an apple, are you getting the same nutritional ...

The carob seed which became the modern carats shows how ancient Greeks devised ingenious ways to ensure fairness in trade.

A team of archaeologists has excavated portions of the long-lost walls and north gate of Selinunte, an influential Greek city in southwestern Sicily. The excavations offer fresh insights into the city ...

Ancient Greek and Roman statues didn't originally look like they do now in museums. A new study says they didn't smell the ...

Kale is a nutritious leafy green that is featured in many healthy recipes. Take a look at common mistakes you might be doing ...

In the modern world, we know good nutrition is essential for our health.Author Konstantine Panegyres Lecturer in Classics and ...

Under the broad definition of a pie as a filled, baked pastry shell, history has provided a wide range of pies. Egyptian ...

Dr. Lu-Jean Feng expands distribution of FengFit Foods, a line of nutrient-dense, plant-based meals to promote better healing and prevent chronic disease.

Pesticides and chemicals can stick to produce you bring home from the store. But some fruits and vegetables are more susceptible. David Watsky Senior Editor / Home and Kitchen David lives in ...