February 11, 2016 Childhood ADHD may raise later obesity risk for women Young women who were diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in childhood are more likely to be obese than peers without an ADHD diagnosis, according to a U.S. study.
February 11, 2016 Eating fish may benefit older adults at risk for dementia For older people, the brain-protecting benefits of eating fish outweigh any potential harms from mercury, according to a small U.S. brain study.
February 10, 2016 Extra fat by age 10 tied to increased diabetes risk in preteens Children who have excess body fat by age 10 may have greater odds of developing diabetes in their preteen years than their slimmer peers, a Canadian study suggests.
February 10, 2016 Better diet tied to less severe metabolic syndrome in teens U.S. teens are eating healthier diets and showing less severe metabolic syndrome - a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure and elevated blood sugar that can lead to cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes - a new study suggests.
February 9, 2016 How to bounce back from a high-calorie Super Bowl weekend Not known for their healthful selections, Super Bowl parties are often laden with highly caloric, fattening foods.
February 5, 2016 Eating soy may protect against reproductive effects of BPA Eating soy foods may help protect against reproductive effects of bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical in many plastic consumer products and lining the inside of some canned foods, according to a study of women undergoing fertility treatments.
February 5, 2016 3 Super Bowl snack swaps that cut the salt New government guidelines suggest Americans cut their daily intake of salt to about one teaspoon. With the Super Bowl around the corner, how can we enjoy game-day snacks without going over the limit? Bravo’s ‘Top Chef’ judge Gail Simmons shares some of her favorite, low-salt recipes for the big game
February 4, 2016 Paleo vs. vegan? The pegan diet gives you the best of both Whatever your stance on jorts, Priuses, and the man bun-braid, the latest hybrid is poised to be fall's No. 1 diet sensation.
February 3, 2016 How can vegetarians get enough protein? More than 7 million Americans follow a vegetarian diet, according to a recent study, whether for health benefits or environmental concerns, and many are concerned about getting enough protein without any animal consumption.
February 3, 2016 5 Valentine's Day gift ideas for your health-conscious sweetheart When you think of Valentine’s Day, romance and indulgence in rich and sweet treats may come to mind, but what if your honey is a health nut?
