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Childhood obesity affects more than one out of every three children in the United States. But talk to most American parents and they’ll tell you their kid will be just fine, a new poll finds. Continue reading →
American kids eat too much fast food, the Centers for Disease Control said in a recent report. While adults are cutting back on trips to Burger King and other fast food restaurants, kids still get too many of their calories from these fatty foods. Fast food is often high in fat, salt and calories, all things that contribute to obesity.
Take a trip down the aisles of your local grocery store and you’re apt to find an endless supply of pre-packaged food designed to keep you eating. Investigative reporter Michael Moss’s new book Salt, Sugar, Fat takes a hard look at the junk food industry and makes some startling revelations that has been getting serious attention in the press. Continue reading →
Fiber is important for lowering your cholesterol, keeping your blood sugar normal, helping you feel full between meals, and keeping your digestion regular.
Fruits are a good for getting vitamins and minerals, fiber, and even your daily water intake. Because different fruits contain different vitamins, it’s important to eat a variety of them. Here are some benefits of different fruits:
Protein is important for your body cells, hair and nails, for healing an injury, and building bones, muscles, skin, and blood. You need protein in your diet along with carbohydrates and fats, and vitamins and minerals. Getting enough protein from your food is not usually a problem. But getting protein from better sources is.