We asked a wide variety of health experts about what they eat, how they exercise and what their guilty pleasures are.
Nutrition
Omega-6 Fats Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Disease
A study shows that not all good fats are the same when it comes to protecting your health
Can Carrots Reduce the Effect of Diabetes-Causing Genes?
In the latest revelation about the human genome, researchers say individuals with a certain genetic mutation that predispose them to diabetes may be able to rely on beta carotene to reduce their symptoms.
Fast Food Linked to Asthma and Allergies in Kids
Obesity isn’t the only potential toll that dinner from the drive-thru may have on your health.
In Search of…The ‘Superfruit’
More Food for Hungry Students: USDA Tweaks School Meals
A viral video of students complaining about skimpy school meals prompts much needed adjustments to cafeteria menus
Snack Boxes: The Latest Healthy Eating Trend
When hunger strikes, why not reach for a care package stuffed with good-for-you nibbles?
Ditching the Chips: Study Finds Kids Give Cheese and Veggies the Thumbs Up
When it comes to snacks, cheese and vegetables may be just as satisfying as chips
Milk for Kids: 2 Cups a Day, No More and No Less
Milk, it does a body good. But how much milk does the most good?
Power Up, Slim Down: Mobile Apps May Help With Weight Loss
Even for older adults who aren’t tech-savvy, simple digital tools and occasional phone support can dramatically improve weight-management success – and at a fraction of the cost of intensive one-on-one counseling.
Is Too Much Salt a Trigger for Childhood Obesity?
Cravings for unhealthy foods often go hand in hand, which isn’t good news for young waistlines.
Certain Fruits and Vegetables Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
When it comes to foods that lower cancer risk, color may count.
Yes, Chocolate Tastes Better When You’re Dieting
Diets are all about finding healthy or “guilt-free” options. But maybe guilt is exactly what makes food — and the things we enjoy the most — taste so good.