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HEART HEALTH October 20, 2016

Cutting calories may dial back 'metabolic syndrome' in older adults

For overweight and obese older men and women, adding calorie restriction to a resistance training schedule improves at least some metabolic markers, according to a new study.

Cold and Flu October 20, 2016

5 foods to help you stave off colds and flu

With the vibrant colors of autumn also comes cold and flu season.

Pregnancy October 19, 2016

Why women should wait to get pregnant after weight loss surgery

Babies born less than two years after their mothers have weight loss surgery may face a higher risk of serious complications than infants delivered after more time has passed, a U.S. study suggests.

Headaches and Migraines October 19, 2016

Scientists may have found migraine trigger— in our mouths

Certain foods like chocolate, wine, and processed meats have long been linked to migraines, and while nitrates in those foods are often seen as the culprit, it's not entirely clear why some people are more susceptible to ensuing headaches than others, reports Quartz.

HEALTHY LIVING October 19, 2016

What do tweets say about our health?

Tapping into the Twitter stream could help researchers understand how healthy people's lifestyles are and how to target improved public health, according to a recent study.

Nutrition October 19, 2016

9 hidden sources of MSG in your food

MSG by any other name would still be as harmful.

Nutrition October 17, 2016

5 in 6 infants undernourished, risk irreversible mental and physical damage, UN says

Five in six children under two years old in developing countries are not getting enough of the right kinds of food, putting them at risk of irreversible mental and physical damage, the U.N. children's agency UNICEF said on Friday.

Stroke October 17, 2016

US diabetics have worsening blood sugar control

The number of U.S. diabetics with healthy blood sugar levels has declined in recent years, a study suggests.

Obesity October 17, 2016

Bad eating habits can start in daycare

Some daycare centers may find "clean plate club" policies hard to resist, even though working too hard to control what kids eat can backfire and make them more likely to gain weight, a recent study suggests.

Obesity October 17, 2016

Fast food choices influence kids' soda and calorie consumption

Children who order a combination meal at fast-food restaurants are more likely to get a sugary drink that ups the meal's total calories, according to a new study.

Nutrition October 17, 2016

PepsiCo sets global target for sugar reduction

PepsiCo Inc has set a target for reducing the amount of sugar in its soft drinks around the world as part of a suite of goals aimed at tackling problems ranging from obesity to climate change.