Diet Soda Dilemma
Could guzzling calorie-free diet soda be contributing to our growing waistlines?
Second Hand Smoke Makes Kids Miss More School
Children who are exposed to second hand smoke miss more school than kids who live in smoke-free homes.
Sitting Too Much is Killing Us
Numerous studies have shown that a sedentary lifestyle is dangerous to our health.
Eye Test and Early Falls May Signal Alzheimer’s
Researchers may have found new noninvasive ways to detect signs of Alzheimer’s disease.
To Study Music’s Impact on Alzheimer’s
Researchers are planning to study the effects of music on Alzheimer’s patients.
Noisy Workplace Raises Heart Risk
If you work in a very noisy environment, you could be putting your heart health at risk.
One Third of Breast Cancers Could Be Avoided
We could greatly reduce the incidence of breast cancer if women simply ate less and exercised more.
What Your Pet Says About Your Health
If fido is overweight and battling type 2 diabetes, then the owner is more likely to have weight problems too.
Variants in Body Clock Gene Boost Breast Cancer Risk
A variant in the gene that regulates the body’s circadian rhythm may increase the risk of breast cancer.
Knowing Calories Steers Customers to Healthier Choices
A recent study has found that customers are reducing their calorie intake at Starbucks now that calorie levels are posted.
Mild Depression? Don’t Jump to Drugs
A recent study has found that prescription antidepressants may only help in cases of severe depression, and are no more effective than a sugar pill for most mild cases.
Dietitians Use Supplements to Fill Diet Gaps
Most Registered Dietitians are committed to a healthy diet, regular exercise, and view dietary supplements as important to health maintenance.