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Voluntary Reductions of Salt and Sugar Would Bring Huge Health and Economic Gains

Modest reductions in the sugar in packaged foods and beverages could prevent millions of heart problems, save $4 billion in healthcare costs >

Kids' Ultra-Processed Food Problem

Foods formulated in factories now account for most of the calories kids eat. Yes, they're tasty and convenient, but what about nutrition? >

The Heart Failure-Cancer Connection

Cancer treatment can weaken the heart, but now it appears the reverse is also true: heart failure raises the risk of certain cancers. >

The Lasting Harm of Teen Obesity

Once a teen becomes obese, even losing weight can't undo the health issues it sets in motion. Here's what parents can do to help their kids. >

Go Ahead, Have Some Chocolate

When you eat chocolate has a lot to do with how much chocolate affects your weight and metabolism. And not all the effects are bad. >

Junk Food Ads Continue to Target Kids

Food companies are spending more than ever pushing fast-food ads to kids — particularly targeting Black and Hispanic children. >

Catching Gestational Diabetes Early

Placental hormone levels may help physicians catch gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications in the first trimester. >

Strawberries’ Lo-Cal Health Statement

Two cups of strawberries, 130 calories, can lower blood sugar, reduce blood pressure, and provide antioxidant protection against cancer. >

Kefir's Benefits for the Heart

The fermented milk drink kefir can reduce the heart-damaging effects of metabolic syndrome, improving lipid levels and lowering blood sugar. >

To Ease Stress, Reach for Fruit

Yoga, exercise, therapy and meditation can all help ease stress, but fruit arms your body against it. It seems to be about flavonoids. >

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