Is Your Dog a Pessimist?
If your dog is anxious or chews the furniture when you are gone, he could be suffering from a “glass-half-empty” attitude.
Educating Parents and Children on Good Nutrition
Good nutrition is critical for a healthy body and brain but many parents don’t know where to start.
FDA May Pull Diet Pill Linked to Heart Attack
The diet pill Meridia has been linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes.
WIC Encourages Breastfeeding for Clients
The Women, Infants and Children program encourages breastfeeding for its beneficial effects on child and maternal health, even helping to reduce obesity.
Lower Carb, Higher “Good” Cholesterol
Cutting back on extra sweets and carbs may help raise your protective HDL cholesterol.
Zucchini Bruschetta
Running out of zucchini ideas? Here is a delicious recipe for zucchini pesto bruschetta.
Member of Vit E Family Kills Prostate Cancer Stem Cells
Gamma-tocotrienol is a member of the vitamin E family and has shown promise in targeting prostate cancer stem cells.
Paella Need Not Have Meat
Classic paella is full of sausage, ham, and chicken, but you can build a hearty paella around whole grains and vegetables too.
Go From Fat to Fit
AARP’s “Fat to Fit” program gives these tips to help you lose those extra pounds.
Food Stamps Can Help You Grow Own Food
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program can be used to buy seeds and plants to help those in need grow their own food.
Fat Fighting Phone Apps
Here are five phone apps that may help you meet your fitness and weight goals.
Genes Predict Diabetes Risk
Researchers look for the most common genetic markers to help identify those with the highest risk of developing type 2 diabetes.