Low-Fat Is Not a Fad
It's easy to become confused about diet claims, but if you needed proof of the value of a low-fat diet to health, here it is.   > >
Would You Throw Your Grandmother in the Garbage?
When older, bruised and not-so-pretty vegetables are viewed in a more human light, it's easier to avoid wasting them.   > >
Even Your Fat Gets Old
The pounds pile up with the years, and now we know why this is -- fat cells don't turnover the way they used to. One thing is guaranteed to help.   > >
Long Live Optimists
Try to buck up. Not only do people who are more optimistic feel happier, they live longer.   > >
A Furry Shoulder to Cry On
Losing a loved one is terrible. The unconditional love a pet -- any pet -- can offer helps ease the pain.   > >
Stop Fridge Food Waste
Those expiration dates on your food? Ignore them. They don't mean what you think they do.   > >
New Relationship, Same Old Problems
Being in a new relationship doesn’t mean old problems won’t follow you. Better to deal with them.   > >
CBD, Hemp, and Marijuana
One makes you high; the others don't. All have a variety of health claims attached to them.   > >
In Line at the Drug Store
People with chronic diseases like diabetes or high blood pressure often take a number of medications. Medication synchronization programs can save them many trips to the pharmacy.   > >
Hospital Stays Can Bring Blood Pressure Problems
People who are sent home on higher doses of blood pressure meds after a hospital stay are at far great risk for readmission. Check with your doctor first.   > >
Poor Marks for Hospital Rating Sites
Hospital ranking sites are not as reliable as patients may think. In fact, many received extremely low grades when a group of doctors rated them.   > >
Unraveling a Diet Mystery
What kind of diet is better for your heart -- low carb or low fat, or something else? Neither, it turns out. Something else matters more.   > >
Malnourished Young Men
Too many young men don't eat enough fruits and veggies. Cooking is one issue; shortsightedness about health is another.   > >
Twitter As Research Tool
Looking at the tweets of park-goers, researchers learned something about what nature does for your mood. It's almost like Christmas.   > >
Virtual Freud
Virtual reality is proving to be a useful way to deliver therapy. It's the perfect way to see yourself in a new light.   > >
Red Wine, Chocolate, Berries, Nuts
Flavonoids are compounds that cut the risk of cancer and heart disease. It's easy to add them to your diet.   > >
The Lonelyhearts Club, Online Edition
Some singles who use dating apps can't stop looking and swiping, even when out with others. Feeling lonely doesn't help.   > >
What's Keeping You Up at Night
Alcohol, nicotine and caffeine can all interfere with sleep, but one seems far worse than the others.   > >
Go on a Cell Phone Diet
How much time do you spend on your phone? It can add up to as much as a sedentary day a week, with predictable effects on your weight.   > >
Getting Serious About Gun Violence
Gun violence kills nearly as many youth as automobile accidents do. A special issue on gun violence offers some proven ways to reduce the danger.   > >