Half of US Obese by 2030
The urgency of cutting calories (however many it takes) was underscored by another new report
Less Sugar, But Still Lots of Sodas
A new CDC report, in conjunction with Emory University researchers, says US consumption of added sugars has dropped compared to 1999-2000
Stevia Sales Soar
As Americans consume less added sugar, theyre switching to stevia
Tea and Coffee Drinkers Less Prone to Nasal MRSA
Worried about antibiotic-resistant staph infections (MRSA)? Ease your worries-and
Sodium Consumption: What, Me Worry?
Despite a barrage of public-health warnings, most people arent concerned about their sodium intake
Saw Palmetto Ineffective for Enlarged Prostate
Saw palmetto has flunked again in a trial of claims that it can reduce symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)-even at levels three times
28% of Americans Cant Cook
Preparing more meals yourself at home is one of the surest ways to start eating more healthily
Routine PSA Screening for Prostate Cancer Nixed
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) says healthy men dont need routine PSA (prostate specific antigen) screening
Denmark Introduces a Tax on Saturated Fat
Like Hamlet, butter lovers may conclude theres something rotten (or maybe rancid?) in Denmark
Tufts Unveils New MyPlate for Older Adults
Just as the federal government updated its food pyramid with the new MyPlate