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December 5, 2016

Goals missed on obesity, food poisoning, despite gov't push

Progress in the U.S. against obesity, food poisoning, and infections spread in hospitals has been uneven and disappointing, despite dedicated efforts to fight these health threats by the nation's top public health agency.

December 2, 2016

Vegetarian and vegan diets good for kids and adults, nutritionists say

Plant-based diets are tied to a lower risk of health problems like heart disease, diabetes, obesity and certain cancers - and pretty much anyone can eat this way, according to a leading group of nutritionists.

December 1, 2016

Obesity and diabetes by middle age tied to heart failure later on

People who reach middle age without developing high blood pressure, diabetes or obesity may have a lower risk of heart failure later in life, a recent study suggests.

November 30, 2016

Knowing personalized risk for diabetes may not change lifestyles

Giving people detailed information about their personal genetic risk of developing diabetes may not inspire them to change their behavior any more than just giving them basic facts about the disease, a recent study suggests.

November 28, 2016

More evidence ties sugary caffeinated drinks to poor sleep

Adults who sleep no more than five hours a night are more likely to be heavy soda drinkers than people who get more rest, a U.S. study suggests.

November 28, 2016

What all effective weight-loss diets have in common

Low-fat, low-carb, low-sugar, high-protein, Mediterranean — with so many diets out there and new, sometimes-conflicting research coming out all the time on the best ones for weight loss, how can you possibly know which one will be the most effective in helping you shed pounds? And for doctors and scientists who spend their time designing and carrying out studies, fad diets make for an added challenge.

November 26, 2016

Healthy eating at the airport

Whether you are taking to the skies for business or vacation, airports can pose a challenge to healthy eating.

November 25, 2016

Scientists say gut microbes may play role in yo-yo dieting, obesity

- Scientists studying yo-yo dieting in mice say the tendency for people to regain excess weight rapidly after successfully slimming may well be due to their microbiome - the trillions of microorganisms in the gut.

November 23, 2016

TV ads may spur snacking in kids as young as 2

Mindless snacking in front of the television set may start long before children know how to work the remote control, a U.S. study suggests.

November 22, 2016

Your guide to a thinner Thanksgiving dinner

One of the most anticipated times of the year is upon us: the holiday season.