Rice eaters show health benefits

Posted on Tue, December 14, 2010

A serving of rice may do more than fill a person up, it may also help improve overall health. Research published in Nutrition Today highlights the benefits of the grain....read more

Diabetics urged to get out and exercise

Posted on Mon, December 13, 2010

Individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes face a number of health concerns. Frequently, those with the condition are overweight and may have difficulty performing some exercises....read more

Thinking about food may help with weight loss

Posted on Fri, December 10, 2010

A study from Carnegie Mellon University gives new meaning to the phrase, "food for thought." Researchers found that thinking of food may actually make people less inclined to eat it....read more

Stroke prevalence declines

Posted on Fri, December 10, 2010

Efforts to reduce the number of fatalities from stroke appear to be working. Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now ranks stroke as the fourth most common cause of death, according to 2008 mortality rate information....read more

Tobacco smoke found to cause immediate harm to one’s body

Posted on Fri, December 10, 2010

Not asking people to direct their cigarette smoke elsewhere could mean the difference between life and death. A report by the U.S. Surgeon General says exposure to tobacco smoke can cause immediate harm....read more