How much sugary soda do you drink each day? Well according to a new study, just one can of sugary soda per day may significantly increase your risk of developing diabetes later in life. According to a story on HealthCentral.com, Researchers at the Imperial College in London, say Read More
As all of us know, America has a major problem with childhood obesity. A third of US kids are overweight, and nearly one in five is obese. These kids are at high risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer and all the other obesity-related health problems. In fact, this is the Read More
Can being slightly overweight lead to a longer life? A new study on that has created quite a stir among obesity experts. The research was reported last week, in the Journal of the American Medical Association. It suggested that slightly overweight people were less likely to die Read More
To make this year’s resolution a success, I’ve created a plan that will help you BUILD momentum as the weeks progress, rather than lose it. Unlike in Januarys past, the idea is to start off with small changes and up the ante as you start to lose weight and see results. It’s the Read More
Does your child have a food allergy? If so, he or she could be a target of bullies at school. According to a new study reported by Medical News Today, food allergies can pre-dispose children to being bullied at school, Researchers looked at 251 families from a New York City food Read More
From Everyday Food This crunchy Ramen Noodle snack mix makes for a delicious and healthy way for adults to enjoy Ramen noodles. Plus, it’s incredibly easy, with only three steps. Crunchy Ramen Snack Mix Recipe Ingredients 2 packages ramen, broken into small pieces Read More
Here’s a New Years’ resolution that will help your child stay healthier in 2013. Give them cheese and veggies as an afternoon snack. A new study has found that healthy snacks can help take the edge off of kids’ between-meal hunger pangs. In fact, it may even help put a dent in Read More
If you’re at high risk of having a heart attack, changing your diet can significantly lower your chances of heart disease. But can eating fruits and vegetables help someone who already has heart problems? Maybe so. Time magazine is reporting on a new study done by a group of Read More