Obese Can Be Malnourished
You may not think of an overweight person as malnourished, but they are likely missing critical nutrients from eating mostly junk food.
Hi-Tech Calorie Counting
You may soon be able to count your calories by simply taking a picture of what is on your plate.
Kids Consuming Pesticides
A recent study takes a closer look at how much food is tainted with pesticides and how much makes it into the mouths of babes.
Late-Night TV Could Make You Fat
Staying up late to watch TV or using your computer could cause people to gain weight by leading them to eat at the wrong times.
Walnuts Could Help Ease Stress
Feeling stressed? Grab a handful of walnuts and enjoy. Turns out these little brain-shaped nuts may help the body better handle stress.
Pacific Islanders Face Western Lifestyle Diseases
The World Health Organization says the Pacific is facing an epidemic of chronic diseases,such as diabetes and heart disease, which are caused by poor lifestyle choices.
Mexican-Americans Diagnosed with Early Breast Cancer
Mexican-American women are diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age than caucasion women.
DNA Study to Map Genetics of Healthy Kids
The University of Minnesota is collecting DNA samples from thousands of children and their parents with the goal of discovering the genes that lead to childhood diseases.
Fitting Exercise Into Your Daily Routine
If you don’t have the time or money to spend on a gym membership, there are plenty of things you can do at home to get fit.
RA Sufferers Less Likely to Develop Alzheimer’s
Those suffering with the painful condition of rheumatoid arthritis are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
Early Menopause Linked to Heart Risk
Women who went through early menopause may double their risk of having a heart attack.
Prescription Drug Abuse on the Rise
A recent study has found there has been a 400% increase in admissions for treatment of prescription drug abuse.