Flaxseed Fails to Relieve Womens Hot Flashes
Scratch flaxseed from the A list of hoped-for treatments for menopausal hot flashes. Flaxseed has weak hormone- like effects, compared to the hormone pills that ease hot flashes, but without the pills breast-cancer risks.
Night Owls Unhealthy Eaters
Ben Franklin was onto something with his early to bed, early to rise adage, at least when it comes to healthy eating
Slightly Pink Pork Safe to Eat
A little pink in your pork is OK. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) now says pork and all other whole cuts of red meat need be cooked only to an internal temperature of 145 degrees
Apples Top Pesticide Dirty Dozen
Unless youre buying organic fruit, an apple a day may mean a serving of pesticides
16 States Get Fatter, None Slimmer
America, theres even more of us to love-with dire consequences for the nations health.
Obesity Equation: Eating More Often, Bigger Portions
Dont blame more-caloric foods for the US obesity epidemic, however
Snacks Add Up to a 4th Meal
Confirming the increasing role of snacks in the US diet, research presented at the recent Institute of Food Technologists Expo
Eating Right Doesnt Always Cost More
Healthy foods arent always pricier than less-nutritious alternatives, says a new USDA study
Fast-Food Calorie Counts Work-If You Use Them
Do calorie counts on menus cause restaurant patrons to eat less? The answer depends on whether customers are paying attention, according to a new lunchtime
USDA Proposes More Prominent Labeling of Meat Additives
Whats in that chicken breast? The USDA wants to make it easier for consumers to find out