Todays Newsbites

Exercise Boosts Brain Volume in Seniors

More evidence that keeping moving is good for your brain as well as your body

Americans Cholesterol Numbers Improving

A new report has good news about Americans cholesterol levels

Supplements Mislabeled, Lack Evidence

Claims on weight-loss and immune-system supplements are frequently lacking in evidence and in violation

Scientists Building Better Potatoes

USDA scientists have developed a variety of yellow potato with two to three times the carotenoids in conventional Yukon Golds.

Were Not Eating as Much Sugar, After All

The USDA has revised longstanding estimates that Americans eat 95 to 100 pounds of sugar and other caloric sweeteners each year.

Grapefruit-Drug Interactions Found to Be More Common

If youre taking any regular medications, check with your doctor before including grapefruit

Sea Salt Ineffective for Sodium Reduction

Dont count on sea salt to reduce your dietary sodium intake.

“Ideal Weight” Gets Fatter, Too

Whats your ideal weight? As Americans get fatter, their answer is packing on the pounds, too.

Eating Right May Prevent More Heart Trouble

Even patients whove already had a heart attack or who are on medications can benefit from a healthy diet, according to a new study.

Survey: Were Smart on Sugar, But Not on Calories and Weight

Americans seem to have gotten the message about avoiding added sugars,