Indonesia has one of the highest rates of child malnutrition in the world, with more than a third of all children under 5 suffering from inadequate nourishment. Even though the country is undergoing great leaps in economic growth …
Diet & Fitness
5 Healthier Alternatives to the Potato Chip
For sheer crispy, crunchy deliciousness, the potato chip is tough to beat. It’s no wonder, then, that Americans spend more than $7 billion a year on the salty snack. Not coincidentally, it’s also one of the top dietary contributors to weight gain, according to a recent Harvard study.
$5 Friday: How to Eat Healthy for Five Bucks a Pop
How much does it really cost to eat healthy? The organizers of a new slow-food challenge say you can do it for five dollars a person per meal.
Marijuana Slims? Why Pot Smokers Are Less Obese
If cannabis causes the munchies, how is it possible that pot smokers are thinner than nonsmokers?
Study Is In: Weight Watchers Works
When it comes to weight loss, people may be better off following the commercial diet program Weight Watchers, rather than relying on guidance from their primary care doctors.
The Benefits of Exercise Add Up: Over Time, a Little Goes a Long Way
Increasingly, evidence suggests that even moderate amounts of exercise can lead to measurable health benefits. But while you don’t have to be a marathoner to be healthy, it helps if you exercise consistently and stay active over …
Is the Poor Potato Being Unfairly Vilified?
Potatoes may be getting a bum rap, according to a small new study that finds that people who ate potatoes daily saw a drop in blood pressure after a month.
Why Most Dietary Supplements Aren’t Worth the Money
To Lose the Beer Gut, Try the Treadmill, Not the Dumbbells
Sweat it out on the treadmill or start pumping iron? A new study suggests that jogging (or similar aerobic exercise) is more effective than lifting weights for shedding fat lodged deep within the abdomen.
Enjoy! Chocolate Is Good For Your Heart
Yes, it’s true: a new study from BMJ.com finds that eating chocolate is no sin. In fact, it was associated with a 37% lower risk of developing heart disease.
The Four Foods That Lower Your Cholesterol
Eating certain foods can help people lower their cholesterol levels, even without the aid of medication, a new study finds.
Coriander Oil: Potential Weapon Against Harmful Bacteria?
A new study suggests that oil from the seeds of coriander — the green herb that’s more commonly known as cilantro — may be able to wipe out a broad range of harmful bacteria, including drug-resistant bugs and those that …
Eat Well, Move Often, Don’t Smoke, Drink a Little — and Live Long
Unless you’ve been blessed with certain longevity genes, research suggests that living clean may be your key to living long. A new analysis from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that people who …