A cluster of studies relies upon geographical data-mapping to analyze the impact of neighborhood on children’s health.
Nutrition
‘Pink Slime’ Maker Cuts Back Production. Is That a Good Thing?
Faced with dropping sales, the maker of so-called pink slime decides to suspend operations at three plants.
Popcorn Is Packed with Antioxidants
Don’t discount the health benefits of popcorn — it’s full of fiber and, according to a new analysis, antioxidants too.
Eating Red, Processed Meat Raises Your Risk of Early Death
Eating a hot dog or a couple of slices of bacon a day comes with a surprisingly high cost to your health.
How Good Is Walmart’s ‘Great For You’ Nutrition Labeling?
Walmart announced this week that it will highlight healthy foods in stores with bright green “Great For You” labels.
Boot Camp: Do Food Diaries Really Work?
Month three of boot camp has begun, but the pounds stubbornly refuse to budge. Could a food diary — or lack thereof — be the culprit?
Healthier School Lunches: Will They Actually Change What Kids Eat?
Is serving more veggies really going to persuade kids to eat them?
Can Online Games Influence What Kids Eat?
Do you know what an advergame is? Your kids do, and these games are affecting what they are eating
Diet Disruptor: How the Brain Sabotages Weight Loss
Why is it so hard to lose weight? Extra pounds may affect brain structures involved in appetite, making it harder to turn down food
Ads Featuring Overweight Children Make Some Experts Uncomfortable
Heavy children talk about their obesity in a series of ads that have experts debating whether aggressive public health campaigns are educational or exploitative
Can Calorie Counts Convince Teens Not to Buy Sugary Drinks?
How do you get teens to stop drinking sugary soda? Threaten them with exercise.
Can Fast-Food Toy Bans Really Help Kids Eat Better?
Children’s Cereal: More Sugar Than a Twinkie?
Some children’s cereals pack more sugar in a single cup than a Twinkie, according to a new report by the Environmental Working Group (EWG). And many others have more sugar per cup than three Chips Ahoy cookies.
