Tag: health
Do you know what’s in your processed food? FDA may not...
The FDA is unaware of many additives that are used in processed foods, some of which cause illnesses.
Hot weather health: How to treat and prevent heat stroke
It’s hot outside, so you should keep a close watch on your health. You can easily become susceptible to hyperthermia, which is when your body temperature is unusually high, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Miscues over ‘sell-by dates’ leads to consumer loss (Infographic)
Dates on packages don't always mean what you think.
DNA mutation identified in cancers linked to herb
Researchers revealed a striking mutational signature of upper urinary tract cancers caused by aristolochic acid, a plant compound contained in herbal remedies used for thousands of years to treat a variety of ailments such as arthritis, gout and inflammation.
What’s the big deal about gluten?
Gluten is the most recent nutrient to catch media attention. This is likely due to athletes and celebrities touting gluten-free diets.
Advance directives manage care issues, reduce end-of-life medical costs
Advance directive documents are free, legally binding and readily available, yet too few Americans have completed one.
Myth busted: Canned peaches as nutritious as fresh
Canned peaches are nutritionally equivalent to their fresh counterparts, and that some nutrients increase thanks to the canning process.
Health concerns related to fracking may be stress-related
Perceptions of health may be affected by fracking regardless of whether it's due to direct exposure to chemical and physical agents resulting from drilling or to the psychosocial stressors of living near drilling activity.
Unhealthy eating habits can affect mood
MIAMI, Fla. -- Taking part in unhealthy eating behaviors may cause women who are concerned about their diet and self-image to experience a worsening...
Is a gluten-free diet appropriate for everyone?
COLUMBIA, Mo -- Gluten-free dieting has become so common that grocery store aisles are now being dedicated to gluten-free products. But, what is a...
