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Craving a Fast Food Fix?

Highly processed foods are formulated for maximum appeal, and colorful ads keep people coming back for more. This can lead to addiction. >

Fries, with a Side of Depression

Frying, particularly of potatoes, seems to raise the risk of anxiety and a depression, a study of humans and...fish finds. >

Sugar's Not-So-Sweet Health Effects

You probably know that sugar isn't good for you, but you may be surprised to learn all the health issues it contributes to. >

The Making of a Junk Food Junkie

Eating foods that are high in fat and sugar -- fries, soda, chips -- change the pleasure center of the brain, leaving you craving more. >

Lost at Sea: Vitamin D Deficiency

Personnel on submarines don't see a lot of sun and often become vitamin D deficient. The same thing can happen to those who are house-bound. >

Blueberries Can Help You Burn Body Fat

The antioxidants in blueberries are more than just good for your heart and brain. They appear to accelerate fat-burning during exercise. >

Greens Make the Brain Younger

Eating a mostly plant-based diet appears to reduce the proliferation of proteins in the brain that contribute to cognitive decline. >

The Mediterranean Diet's Boost to Women's Hearts

A study that looked at the diet's effect on women's hearts found it had a big impact, reducing cardiovascular risk by nearly 25 percent. >

Vitamin D for Dementia

Seniors don't always get enough vitamin D. For those that do, the risk of developing dementia drops 40%. You can take too much, however. >

Resist the Infant Formula Marketing Blitz -- Breastfeed

Breastfeeding offers infants' brains and bodies benefits that are proven by science. Ads for formula use similar words, but lack the facts. >

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