Health News
Bacon and Eggs vs. Carbohydrates
Bacon, cheese, a ribeye , whole cream in your coffee and as many eggs as you can eat. Sound familiar? Then you've probably tried Atkins, South Beach, paleo or similar diets.
Diabetes Returns after Surgery
In recent years, evidence has grown suggesting that weight loss surgery may cure diabetes. But "cure" may be too strong of a word, as some patients just can't kick the disease.
Staying Fit to Stay Alive
Exercise is good for just about everyone. The fitter you are, the better you'll feel. Fitness is especially important when it comes to diabetes and heart problems.
Vitamin D May Help Chase Blues Away
Depression, as a result of a vitamin D deficiency, is easy to test for and easy to fix. One major risk factor for a vitamin D deficiency is not getting enough exposure to sunlight.
Keeping Breast Cancer Risks on the Move
Exercise. Physical activity. Moving. Along with a clean and colorful diet, there's almost nothing better you can do for your body than move. The fact is we have to keep moving to keep moving, and here's another reason why.
Snack Time Puts Kids at Risk
Kids can control their health by controlling which button they push at the vending machine. Their snack time selection affects not only their current weight but their future health as well.
Skinny Fat: Athletes & Junk Food
Parents with athletic children haven't been focused on providing nutritious meal and snack options. Nutrition experts suggest changing habits to promote healthier eating habits in athletes.
Alcoholism After Bariatric Surgery
One weight loss surgical procedure in particular is suspected to increase a patient’s chances of developing alcoholism two years after surgery. Good support networks and healthcare practices may help lower risk.
Eating Disorders Not Limited to Youth
When people think of eating disorders, they often think of young girls starving themselves to look like the women in fashion magazines. But older women suffer from these conditions as well.
Obesity and Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is on the rise as our waistlines expand. What's going on in our stomachs, and is there anything we can do about it?