Health
Social media users 'copy' friends' eating habits
Social media users are more likely to eat fruit and veg—or snack on junk food—if they think their friends do the same, a new study has found.
Feb 7, 2020
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News tagged with healthy eating habits
Pediatrics
Kids twice as likely to eat healthy after watching cooking shows with healthy food
Television programs featuring healthy foods can be a key ingredient in leading children to make healthier food choices now and into adulthood.
Jan 3, 2020
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Health
Ten ways to indulge and stay healthy this holiday season
Before the holidays ruin your wellness plan and make you turn as green as the Grinch, try these 10 ways to help you stay on track and keep your festive spirit.
Dec 17, 2018
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Overweight & Obesity
Researcher finds Latino men in the U.S. more susceptible to obesity
Moving to the United States could be taking a toll on the health of Latino men. A new study from Florida State University found Latino men who are born or live in the United States for more than five years are more susceptible ...
Oct 18, 2018
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Health
Cheaper, easier access to fruits and veggies key to college students eating better
A benefit-oriented approach to nutrition increases college students' willingness to consume fruits and vegetables, yet the availability and cost of healthy food on campus are critical to changing their eating habits, according ...
Sep 4, 2018
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Overweight & Obesity
Corn, obesity, and navigating healthy eating choices as a parent
I asked my three-year-old, curly-headed son if he knew where corn came from. "Yes. The store," he said tilting his head downward, keeping his eyes on mine. I chuckled a bit, reminding myself to stay in mom mode and that I ...
Aug 22, 2018
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Pediatrics
Breastmilk alone is best for the first six months – here's what to do next
The Trump administration angered health experts around the world this week with its attempt to weaken a UN resolution encouraging breastfeeding.
Jul 13, 2018
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Health
Five things parents can do to improve their children's eating patterns
Eating habits develop in early childhood. Research shows eating patterns can continue into adolescence and then through to adulthood. In a new study, we compared what children aged two to three years ate with what their mothers ...
Jun 7, 2018
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Health
New study shows how to live a long and active life
Are you a man and do you expect to manage on your own for a while longer? Research at Uppsala University now shows that efforts to achieve a healthy diet, normal waist size and non-smoking habit can yield benefits long after ...
Apr 26, 2018
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Overweight & Obesity
Searching for long-term success in weight management? Forget dieting and eat regularly
Early adulthood is particularly critical for putting on weight. According to a recent study conducted at the University of Helsinki, common factors among young women and men who succeeded in managing their weight in the long ...
Mar 26, 2018
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