Do Consider Nutrition at College
For those heading off to college, good nutrition can be as simple as 1, 2, 3.
Sports Dietitians Help Football Players Win
RDs trained in sports nutrition are teaching collegiate and professional football players how to eat right for optimal physical performance.
Women Who Stop Hormone Therapy Skip Mammograms
It may not be intentional, but when women stop hormone therapy during menopause they also don’t go in for mammograms as often.
Poor Sleep Sets Men Up for High Blood Pressure
Older men who don’t get a good nights sleep can greatly increase their risk of developing high blood pressure.
Kids Justify Junk Food Habits
Just like adults, children justify eating junk food by planning to make up for it later.
Free Vitamin D to At Risk Groups
A project in Wales, where low vitamin D levels are a big problem, is providing free vitamin D supplements to at risk groups.
What are Triglycerides?
You have probably heard about triglycerides and the danger of “high triglycerides”. But, just what are they and how can we keep them in check?
Tasty Hurricane-Ready Ideas
No power? No problem. Here are some hurricane-ready food ideas that are tasty and nutritious. Make sure you have a can opener.
Sitting Too Much is Killing Us
Numerous studies have shown that a sedentary lifestyle is dangerous to our health.
Picky Eaters
Some children may only eat a few favorite foods. Here are some ideas on how to get them to open up to new tastes.
Toddler Tips for Healthy Eating
Parents want their young children to eat healthy foods, but how do you get them to develop a taste for those foods?
Malnutrition Awareness Can Improve Hospital Outcomes
Malnutrition can lead to an increased risk of complications in the hospital and more doctor visits when out of the hospital.
Many Restaurants Provide Gluten Free Options
For those who must avoid gluten due to celiac disease, digestive problems, or for weight management, there are more restaurants than ever with gluten-free options.
Vitamin D Awareness
Low vitamin D levels among children is a widespread problem, especially in areas where winters are long or children stay indoors much of the time.
Quiz Your Sports Nutrition Knowledge
The right nutrients are critical to improving athletic performance. See how much you know about the subject.
Marriage and Divorce Promote Weight Gain
Women tend to gain weight after marriage, while men may gain more weight after a divorce.
You Can Eat Healthy on a Budget
Is junk food really cheaper? Many health experts think otherwise and give tips on ways to maximize your healthy food dollars.
Early Stress Can Shorten Life
A study of the negative effects of stress early in life on birds may also relate to people.