Sodium, Potassium, and Fatal Heart Attacks
As a nation we consume too much sodium and not enough potassium rich foods which can increase the risk of death by a heart attack.
Even Babies Need Exercise
In an effort to fight the growing obesity epidemic, babies, toddlers and young children are encouraged to get more physical activity throughout the day.
Sleep Helps Boost Athletic Performance
A recent study found that when athletes get more sleep, it actually helps improve their athletic performance.
It’s Not Hard to Find Whole Grains
Whole grains provide more fiber, nutrients, and health benefits than their refined versions and they aren’t as hard to find as you may think.
Type 2 Diabetes Is A Global Problem
In countries where they lead sedentary lifestyles the incidence of type 2 diabetes is on the rise.
IBS Is Not IBD
They sound similar and affect the same part of the body, but irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is not the same thing as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Retired Hockey Players Help with Brain Research
Former NHL players will be participating in a study to track their brain health as they age.
Noise Pollution Bad For General Health
Exposure to noise long term may hurt more than just your ears. Emerging research is finding it may increase the risk of common chronic health conditions.
New USDA Guidelines Get Back to Basics
The recently released ‘2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans’ wants us to focus on portion control, calorie balance, lower sodium, and fruits and veggies.
Neighborhood Restaurants Linked to Early Death
A North Carolina study found that in one particular county having more restaurants in the neighborhood was linked to an early death from heart disease or diabetes.
The Very First Farmers
What led our ancestors to stop foraging in the woods for food and turn to farming?
Muscles Matter
Maintaining some muscle as you age could help you live longer and help reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.