News tagged with proper nutrition


Interview: UN puts spotlight on 'stunted' kids

(AP)—The United Nations Children's Fund says more than a quarter of children under the age of 5 worldwide are permanently "stunted" from malnutrition, leaving them physically and intellectually weak and ...

Health created Apr 16, 2013 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New study sheds light on link between dairy intake and bone health

A study by researchers at the Institute for Aging Research (IFAR) at Hebrew SeniorLife, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School (HMS), has found that dairy intake —specifically milk and yogurt —is associated with higher ...

Health created Feb 01, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Add hurricane menu to your storm prep, experts say

(HealthDay)—As Isaac bears down on the U.S. Gulf Coast, nearby residents should think ahead and look beyond batteries and flashlights when making their hurricane emergency plans, experts say.

Health created Aug 28, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Obesity linked to higher 5-year death rate after esophageal cancer surgery

Obesity doubles the risk of cancer recurrence and cancer-related death in patients with esophageal cancer who have been treated with surgery, researchers at Mayo Clinic found. Their 778-patient study, which appeared in the ...

Surgery created Dec 20, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Palm-sized baby among the world's smallest

At birth, Melinda Star Guido was so tiny she could fit into the palm of her doctor's hand. Weighing just 9 1/2 ounces - less than a soda can - she is among the smallest babies ever born in the world.

Health created Dec 15, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Food for thought: Contravening lay beliefs of eating at heart of our dietary disasters

Waste not, want not. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Don't snack before supper; you'll ruin your appetite.

Health created Nov 04, 2011 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0