Why You Eat for the Joy of It
A hunger hormone may drive the impulse to chow down even when full, researchers sayContinue Reading
Nutrient 'Cocktail' Appears to Improve Dementia Symptoms
Combination of uridine, choline and DHA boosted memory of Alzheimer’s patients in studyContinue Reading
Calorie Counts on Food Labeling Often Off
Restaurant, packaged foods often have more calories than stated, researchers sayContinue Reading
Lower Vitamin D Levels in Blacks May Up Heart Risks
Darker skin reduces absorption of sunlight, researchers explainContinue Reading
Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up
New device links eating speed and portion size to aid weight loss, researchers sayContinue Reading
Pomegranate May Fight Some Breast Cancers
Phytochemical in fruit could inhibit hormone-driven disease, study findsContinue Reading
No Proof Yet That Special Diets Ease Autism
Experts say that, for now, parents should work with their child’s doctorsContinue Reading
For Baby and Mom Alike, Breast-Feeding May Be Best
Experts explore the why and wherefore of method’s benefitsContinue Reading
Might Surgical Weight Loss Put Bones at Risk?
Experts consider possible causes after study finds high fracture rateContinue Reading
Exaggerating a Threat to Weight Goals May Help Self-Control
Overestimating calorie count helps dieters fight temptation, study findsContinue Reading
Eat Up, But Eat Healthy This Holiday Season
Enjoy the occasional treat while sticking to your diet. Here’s how.Continue Reading
Marijuana 'Munchies' May Be Rooted in Biology
Scientists identify substances similar to those in pot that increase the response to sweetsContinue Reading