WELLNESS / DIET

Vegetarians' Weak Bones

Vegans and vegetarians get less protein than meat-eaters, making them more prone to fractures. There are ways to keep bones strong. >

Vitamin D Builds Smarter Babies

Babies born to women who are deficient in vitamin D tend to have lower IQs. Here's why moms of color appear to be especially vulnerable. >

Inflammatory Diets

Some foods fuel chronic inflammation, a cause of heart disease; others put a lid on it. It pays to know which is which. >

Sweet Drinks Hurt Hearts

Artificially sweetened drinks may be almost as bad for your heart as sugary beverages. Here's a pretty simple work-around. >

Post-Heart Attack Helpers

A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids from certain types of fish and vegan-friendly sources like nuts improves outcomes after a heart attack. >

YouTube Channels Promote Junk Food

Millions of kids see the posts kid influencers put up on social media. It's a new way to advertise unhealthy foods to children. >

A Real Coffee Fix

Colorectal cancer can be a killer. But coffee seems to slow the progression of the disease and help people live longer. >

The Promise of Online Grocery Shopping

Shopping for food online could be a great way to read labels and get nutrition information. But it's not always working out that way -- yet. >

Help for Aging Joints

There's no cure for osteoarthritis yet, but one antioxidant compound eased knee pain and the need for meds in OA sufferers. >

To Retain Muscle Mass, Be Sure to Get Your Vitamin C

We all tend to lose a bit of muscle after 50, but for those who have adequate levels of vitamin C, the loss is not so bad. >

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