Less Salt = Less Cardiovascular Disease
It is simple, if we reduce our salt and sodium intake we can help reduce our risk of stroke and heart disease.
More Characters Equals Less Nutrition
The more super heroes and princesses a food has on the package, the less likely it is to be a nutritious food for your child.
Minority Kids Face Greater Obesity Risk
A recent study has found that minority children have a greater risk of becoming obese, due in part to family income and cultural customs.
Eating For Two Is a Myth for Moms To Be
If you are expecting, don’t assume that it gives you the go ahead to order an extra side of fries because you’re eating for two.
First Lady Fighting Childhood Obesity
This week Michelle Obama launched a campaign to tackle the childhood obesity epidemic, hoping to improve the way many children eat, exercise, look and feel.
India Stops Release of First GM Food
India is not so sure about the safety and future consequences of genetically modified foods and is stopping the release of its firts GM food crop.
Many Culinary Students and Chefs Smoke
Forty percent of culinary students are smokers, which is nearly twice the national average.
Habits of the Healthiest Nations
This nutritionist has studied healthy habits of various countries around the world and he is sharing what he has learned.
Global Health Risks That Shorten Life Expectancy
According to the World Health Organization, we could increase global life expectancy by five years if we tackled these key health risks.
Yam, Sweet Potato? Both Are Good For You
Yams are not sweet potatoes and vice versa, but both provide some excellent nutritional benefits.
More At Risk for Vit D Deficiency
More people are facing inadequate levels of vitamin D, especially during these cold, short winter days.
Professor Says Advertising Makes Kids Fat
A University of Arizona professor is heading to D.C. for a hearing on advertising and its connection to childhood obesity.