NEWS / DIET

Better than Counting Calories

Type 2 diabetes diagnoses are on the rise. Bringing blood sugar and weight under control are key. One diet seems to make a big difference. >

A Change in Diet Reduces PTSD Symptoms

The unwanted thoughts and fears that haunt people with post-traumatic stress were lessened when people ate this microbiome-friendly diet. >

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, NO!

Want to stop middle-age spread? A long-term study identified the carbs to eat and the carbs to avoid to keep your weight from ballooning. >

The Hard Facts about Soft Drinks

Sugar-sweetened beverages feed obesity and harm human health all over the globe. There are ways you can gradually reduce your consumption. >

Your Diet May Be Good, But What about Snacking?

Many of us are careful about how much fat and sugar we consume at meals. But when it comes to snacking, mindlessness often rules. >

Treat Childhood Obesity Sooner Rather than Later

Kids who are overweight or obese are not likely to grow out of this condition. Parents need to take steps to get kids' weight under control. >

Fishy Fish Oil Claims

Fish oil supplements claim to protect heart and brain health, but there is no firm evidence for this. Get your omega-3s another way. >

An Rx for Fruits and Veggies

When doctors offered vouchers for healthy food, it reduced hypertension, obesity, diabetes and food insecurity in low-income communities. >

A Diet Strategy to Keep Type-2 Diabetes in Check

Managing type-2 diabetes generally requires blood sugar and weight control. But what's the best approach? For many, this is the answer. >

Prescribe Food as Medicine to Cut Healthcare Costs

If food-insecure people with diabetes were given vouchers for fresh fruits and veggies, it would save billions of healthcare dollars. >

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