October 28, 2015 FDA introduces calorie counts on menus to fight obesity The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced long-delayed calorie labeling rules on Tuesday, requiring chain restaurants and large vending machine operators to disclose calorie counts on menus to make people more aware of the risks of obesity posed by fatty, sugary foods.
October 28, 2015 5 ways to make fish healthier Eating fish has been tied with lower rates of heart disease, stroke, depression, and Alzheimer’s disease.
October 28, 2015 The hot new carbohydrate trend Looks like the minimalism thing has jumped from fashion to food. According to trend forecasters, rice is on tap to be the next carbohydrate superstar.
October 28, 2015 8 surprising foods nutritionists feed their kids It might seem like the children of nutritionists are snacking on broccoli 24/7, but they can be just like any other kids— they’re picky, crave candy, and sometimes refuse to eat dinner.
October 28, 2015 Mediterranean diet with olive oil, nuts linked to healthier brain A Mediterranean diet with extra nuts and olive oil might help improve memory in older adults, a Spanish study suggests, though the results aren't definitive and more research is needed.
October 28, 2015 Toddler food often has too much salt, sugar, finds CDC study Many packaged meals and snacks for toddlers contain worrisome amounts of salt and sugar, potentially creating an early taste for foods that may contribute to obesity and other health risks, according to a new government study.
October 28, 2015 3 unhealthy things we’ve all done—and how to bounce back You know the drill: eat right, get enough sleep, and exercise regularly. And usually you do just that. But even the most disciplined person falls off the health wagon from time to time.
October 28, 2015 Foods to help reduce glaucoma risk Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness among adults.
October 28, 2015 21 reasons you’ll live longer than your friends When we're young, we all believe we're going to live forever. But as we age, most of us realize that's not the case. What's more, it becomes clear that the choices we make can have an impact on how long we live.
