Low-Carb Diets Heavy on Meat May Raise Health Risks
But vegetable-based low-carb plans lowered death rates from cancer and heart disease, study finds
full story » Lack of Sleep May Be Linked to Childhood Obesity
Study found more than 30% of kids who didn't get enough nighttime rest gained too much weight
full story » College Students Reminded to Wash Their Hands
Making good hygiene a habit can help stop spread of flu at school, expert says
full story » Keep Health in Mind When Planning School Day Menus
Expert urges parents to pack some variety and nutrition into kids' lunch boxes
full story » Parents Can Take Steps to Boost Kids' Health, Well-Being
Pediatrician offers tips to start the school year right
full story » No Surprise: Walking, Cycling Linked to Healthier Weights
Researcher admits finding seems obvious, but says scientific proof still important to encourage activity
full story » Many Americans Don't Even Know They're Fat
Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds 30 percent of those overweight think they're normal size
full story » Diet Pill Meridia Ups Heart Attack Risk: Study
While researchers saw no rise in deaths, some experts wonder if this drug has a future
full story » Sleep-Deprived Teens Eat More Fat, Study Finds
Those who get less than eight hours a night at risk for obesity, experts say
full story » 'DASH Diet' Shown to Lower Heart Attack Risk Almost 20%
Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer fats can cut your 10-year risk of heart disease, study says
full story » Can Fruits, Veggies Help Ward Off Lung Cancer?
The wider the variety consumed by smokers, the greater the benefit, study suggests
full story » Active Lifestyle May Help Counter Obesity Genes
Those with inherited susceptibility to overweight urged to get moving, researchers say
full story » Moderate Drinking May Boost Risk of Breast Cancer's Return
But it could reduce the risk of dying from other causes, study finds
full story » Low-Dose Omega-3 Fatty Acids Don't Protect Heart Patients
Dutch study finds consuming small amounts in margarine daily didn't prevent cardiac trouble
full story » Breast-Feeding May Lower Women's Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Women who opted for the bottle had double the odds for the illness later, study found
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