Preventing Low Birth Weight Babies
Babies weighing less than 5.5 pounds are at an increased risk for health problems, but expecting moms can take action to boost baby birth weight.
How Sleep and Diet Affect Each Other
A recent study published in the journal Appetite examines how sleeping more or less is related to one’s diet and vice versa.
Lifestyle Changes Lead to Weight Loss and Fewer Medical Problems
Exercise and diet changes helped this women lose weight while also reducing her need for medication and improving her overall health.
Folic Acid Awareness Before You’re Pregnant
Adequate folic acid is needed in the very earliest stage of pregnancy, often before a woman knows she is pregnant, to prevent neural tube birth defects.
Snack Smart
Snacking can help manage hunger and boost energy levels throughout the day, if you snack smart that is.
Symptoms of Overactive Thyroid
Many may be more familiar with an underactive thyroid, but an overactive thyroid can cause health problems too.
Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Cancer Risk
We can help prevent nearly one third of the most common types of cancer by making healthy changes to how we live our lives.
HRT As A Last Resort
Women going through menopause may manage symptoms through diet and lifestyle changes and other natural therapies; turning to hormone replacement (HRT) as a last resort.
Successful Dieters Share Flavorful Filling Recipes
Enjoy these healthy but delicious recipes submitted by dieters who have successfully lost more than 100 pounds.
Gluten Free Chocolate Treat
Flourless cakes make a great gluten-free treat for Valentine’s Day…or any other time of year.
Look for Lean Beef
Some cuts of beef can be leaner than other popular white meats. The trick is to know what to look for when shopping.
Teen’s Food Intolerances Lead Him to Help Others
Learning that he could no longer tolerate wheat, dairy, or sugar led this teen to develop new creative recipes to share and stock allergy-friendly foods at pantries.
Pharmacy Gives Away Free Vitamins to Kids
In an effort to spread the message to children and their families about proper nutrition, this program provides free vitamins to children ages 5-12.
Healthy Foods to Fight Illness
Good nutrition is the cornerstone for a healthy body and mind. Here are some tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to help you ward off illness.
Melanoma On The Rise
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer and it is on the rise while other types of cancer rates are declining.
The Power of Placebo
The mind is a very powerful thing and and our thoughts and beliefs can affect the body and our health outcomes.
Is Sugar to Blame?
Is the prevalence of sugar in the American diet to blame for our obesity epidemic and related health problems?
Kosher and Table Salt Differences
They both are a source of flavor and sodium but they have some differences you should be aware of when cooking.