Current obesity rates in adults in the United States could be the result of dietary changes that took place decades ago, according to a new study published by researchers at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Sep 23, 2019
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People are getting the message about the dangers of sugar. Nearly 70% of Americans have cut back on foods high in added sugars, according to a survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation. But there's still ...
Jul 18, 2019
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(HealthDay)—If you're looking to change up that sugary bowl of cold cereal, quinoa and amaranth are nutritious alternatives.
Jul 17, 2019
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(HealthDay)—Sweet corn is an irresistible summer veggie and a good source of fiber. Ideally, you want to eat it as soon as possible after it's picked, but you can store corn for up to one week—keep the husks on and refrigerate ...
Jul 12, 2019
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(HealthDay)—Seventeen percent of American children and teens are obese and a nearly equal number are overweight, and those who are taunted about their weight tend to gain even more in response, according to a study from ...
Jul 10, 2019
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Saira Diaz uses her fingers to count the establishments selling fast food and sweets near the South Los Angeles home she shares with her parents and 13-year-old son. "There's one, two, three, four, five fast-food restaurants," ...
Apr 22, 2019
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(HealthDay)—The concerns about sugar and kids go far beyond the risk of cavities.
Apr 10, 2019
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Does sugar directly feed cancers, boosting their growth? The answer seems to be 'Yes' at least in mice according to a study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and Weill Cornell Medicine. Their study, published ...
Mar 21, 2019
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(HealthDay)—It's hard to keep up with the findings from studies on the health effects of saturated fat—you know, the fat typically found in animal foods, from red meat to whole milk. But one thing's certain.
Mar 13, 2019
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(HealthDay)—When counting calories, don't forget those in beverages. You might not realize how many you're drinking.
Jan 28, 2019
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