NEWS / NUTRITION

Raw Pet Foods Fuel Antibiotic Resistance

Many pet owners are big believers in the value of feeding raw, unprocessed foods. But there's a downside that is too often overlooked. >

The Stroke Belt

A Southern diet can greatly raise a person's risk of stroke and heart attack. Here's how to reduce the damage and still eat pecan pie. >

The Trace Minerals Mothers-to-Be — and Babies — Need

Good prenatal nutrition not only ensures a healthy newborn; it can offer children lasting protection against hypertension. >

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. >

Online Grocery Shopping Brings Healthier Choices

More of us are buying food online since the pandemic hit. It seems to be helping us cut back on purchases of some high calorie foods.. >

Sugar Babies

When babies are offered soft drinks and other high calorie snacks, is childhood obesity any surprise? Here's how parents can help. >

Strawberries’ Lo-Cal Health Statement

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

Pinterest Posts vs. Mealtime Reality

The recipes we share on social media are often healthier than those we actually make and eat. Here's what seems to happen. >

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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