Food Allergies Have Increased Over the Past Decade
CDC Researchers say new cases of reported food allergies increased by 18% over the past fifteen years.
CDC Researchers say new cases of reported food allergies increased by 18% over the past fifteen years.
A Change in Altitude Decreases Appetite
Obese adults lose more weight when they're at high altitudes.
Obese adults lose more weight when they're at high altitudes.
A Young Kids Cookbook Helps Feed Homeless Children
A 6-year old using procedes from his cookbook to help starving children.
A 6-year old using procedes from his cookbook to help starving children.
American Obesity Seems to Have Stabilized
Despite years of increasing obesity rates, experts say the number of American adults who are overweight has stabilized.
Despite years of increasing obesity rates, experts say the number of American adults who are overweight has stabilized.
One-fifth of US Teens Have Abnormal Lipid Levels
About 20% of U.S. teens has at least one abnormal lipid level- putting them at risk for heart disease.
About 20% of U.S. teens has at least one abnormal lipid level- putting them at risk for heart disease.
Obesity May Be a Bigger Health Threat Than Smoking
New research finds obesity now causes just as many health problems in Americans as smoking-- maybe even more.
New research finds obesity now causes just as many health problems in Americans as smoking-- maybe even more.
Powerful Kid Care
We have a national epidemic with childhood obesity. 1 out of every 4 children is either obese or at risk for obesity. Experts believe the cure starts with parenting. Here is some great advice to help parents.
We have a national epidemic with childhood obesity. 1 out of every 4 children is either obese or at risk for obesity. Experts believe the cure starts with parenting. Here is some great advice to help parents.
70% of Fountain Sodas May Have Traces of Fecal Matter
A small study found over 70% of fountain sodas were contaminated with bacteria indicative of fecal matter.
A small study found over 70% of fountain sodas were contaminated with bacteria indicative of fecal matter.
A Diabetes Drug Could Aid Weightloss in Teens
A drug to treat diabetes may also serve as a weight loss aid for obese teens.
A drug to treat diabetes may also serve as a weight loss aid for obese teens.
Obesity Could Erase the Benefits of Quitting Smoking
The growing obesity epidemic could soon erase the health benefit gained by Americans quitting smoking.
The growing obesity epidemic could soon erase the health benefit gained by Americans quitting smoking.
Juice Makes You Fat
Drop for drop, ounce for ounce, on the drink aisle, which is healthier-- fruit juice or soda?
Drop for drop, ounce for ounce, on the drink aisle, which is healthier-- fruit juice or soda?
School Lunches: What You Need to Know
Investing in a childs nutrition has huge benefits. Not just for their health, but for our bottom line.
Investing in a childs nutrition has huge benefits. Not just for their health, but for our bottom line.
Serving Veggies Before Dinner Might Get Kids to Eat Them
Want to get your kids to eat their fruit and veggies? The trick might be to serve them before the family sits down for dinner.
Want to get your kids to eat their fruit and veggies? The trick might be to serve them before the family sits down for dinner.
Some Cholesterol Medication May Not Benefit Some People
New research on cholesterol-lowering medication show some patients may benefit, but for others the drugs do more harm than good.
New research on cholesterol-lowering medication show some patients may benefit, but for others the drugs do more harm than good.
Low-Carb Diets Can Foul Your Mood
Cutting out your favorite foods in the name of weight loss can make anyone grumpy, but a new study shows dieters are more likely to be in a bad mood if they're on a low-carb diet versus a low-fat diet.
Cutting out your favorite foods in the name of weight loss can make anyone grumpy, but a new study shows dieters are more likely to be in a bad mood if they're on a low-carb diet versus a low-fat diet.
Trans Fat Law
Tonight diners should not have to worry about consuming trans fats. Thanks to a new state law.
Tonight diners should not have to worry about consuming trans fats. Thanks to a new state law.
Type-2 Diabetes May Disrupt HDL Levels
Men with type-2 diabetes may not get the benefits HDL, or good cholesterol, provides.
Men with type-2 diabetes may not get the benefits HDL, or good cholesterol, provides.
Using Smaller Plates Can Help You Avoid Overeating
Experts say people typically eat 20-percent less food when they use smaller plates.
Experts say people typically eat 20-percent less food when they use smaller plates.
Tips For Holiday Eating and Drinking to Keep Your Waist Slim
A buffet line, avoiding alcohol, and using skinny glasses are ways to watch your weight this holiday season.
A buffet line, avoiding alcohol, and using skinny glasses are ways to watch your weight this holiday season.
Big Breakfasts Can Lead to Weightloss
Could the key to weight loss be a big breakfast?
Could the key to weight loss be a big breakfast?
