MONDAY, Dec. 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If you plan to make a New Year’s resolution about improving your health, the American Medical Association (AMA) has some good suggestions. “With too many holiday sweets and not enough exercise likely in the rearview mirror, now is the perfect time to considerContinue Reading
MONDAY, Dec. 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Rushed for lunch? Yes, that nearby fast-food chain is convenient, but by tweaking your choices you can cut unwanted salt, fat and calories. When the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) updates its food guidelines, it doesn’t exactly break down how you’re supposed toContinue Reading
SUNDAY, Dec. 29, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Elaborate feasts are a centerpiece of the holidays, but all that food can make people with restricted diets feel left out, a new study suggests. People whose allergies or health, religious or cultural norms keep them from sharing the meals with others canContinue Reading
FRIDAY, Dec. 27, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Finger foods are delicious, but they can pack on the calories even when you just nibble. Here are two appetizer makeovers with plenty of flavor and a lot less fat. Jalapeno poppers are a favorite thanks to their creamy filling and crunchy coating.Continue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 26, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Diets heavy in red meat and fatty foods could help spur a leading cause of vision loss in older Americans, new research suggests. The study found that people who ate more typical Western diets were three times more likely to develop an eyeContinue Reading
MONDAY, Dec. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Elegant holiday dishes are surprisingly easy to pull off when you stick to only a few ingredients. Try this delicious pork loin roast flavored with fragrant dried herbs and the perfect accompaniment — apples and sweet potatoes. Roasted Pork Loin 2-pound pork loinContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Dec. 21, 2019 (HealthDay News) — You can enjoy guilt-free holiday desserts by making some simple ingredient changes, a nutrition expert says. “I succeeded in making a healthier cheesecake that was a rich and creamy dessert that pleased even the most discerning taste buds,” said registered dietitian Libby Mills,Continue Reading
THURSDAY, Dec. 19, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Healthier eating could save the United States more than $50 billion a year in health care costs associated with heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and related illnesses, according to a new study. An unhealthy diet is one of the leading risk factorsContinue Reading
MONDAY, Dec. 16, 2019 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday gave expanded approval to a prescription form of fish oil called Vascepa, to help prevent heart trouble in people at high risk who are already taking statins. Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) was already FDA-approved for aContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Though exercise and proper diet are essential to maintaining good health, the body’s basic need for water is often overlooked. Not drinking enough water can be dangerous and have a plethora of negative effects, says Texas Health and Human Services. Your body needs to be hydrated toContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Nov. 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) — The holiday season can give you real headaches, but you can take action to prevent them, an expert says. To reduce stress, make plans well in advance and know your limits, advised Dr. Bing Liao, a neurologist at Houston Methodist. “The nature ofContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Nov. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — The turkey, stuffing, cranberries, green bean casserole and mashed potatoes on the Thanksgiving table may look tempting, but if you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) you should proceed with caution, experts say. GERD is often called chronic heartburn or acid reflux. “When itContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Figuring out which nutrition and exercise information is trustworthy may be difficult, says the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The agency debunks these common misconceptions: Bread, pasta and rice are not necessarily fattening. Try to eat whole grains to feel fuller. You doContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 27, 2019 (HealthDay News) — More Americans have been sickened with E. coli after eating romaine lettuce thought to be grown in Salinas, Calif., federal health officials said Tuesday. Twenty-seven new cases have been reported over the past few days, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease ControlContinue Reading