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Branched Chain Amino Acids

Branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) is the name given to three of the eight essential amino acids needed to make protein: leucine, isoleucine and valine. They are called branched-chain because their structure has a branch off the main trunk of...

Second Wave of H1N1 Flu Underwa

Its a subject youve already heard a great deal about, and one that wont be going away anytime soonthe H1N1 flu virus. Widespread flu activity is already being reported in 37 states, virtually all due to H1N1. Across the nation, flu-related...

Consumer Awareness and Use of F

Yesterday the FDA released new statistics showing that consumers are becoming increasingly aware of what they are buyingand putting into their mouthsby reading the nutrition labels required on all processed food products. The Health and Die...

Health Issues

Teen Pregnancy Rate Is On the R

The number of teens having babies, as well as the rate in which they are having babies, is on the rise, with the highest teen birth rates being seen in the South and Southeast portions of the country.!--break-- The decline in teen pregnancy...

Weight Gain Contributes to Brea

If you were to do a little time traveling, flashing back to when you were 18, how would your weight differ from what it is today? According to research by the American Cancer Society, the amount of weight a woman gains after the age of 18 i...

Is Your Diet Heart-Healthy?

If you are confused about what you should or shouldnt eat to reduce your chances of developing heart diseaseyoure not alone. Delving into the hundreds of diet books and websites and interpreting the various and conflicting studies can make...

Health Topics

How to Gain Weight Eating Healthy Foods

It may feel pretty lonely out there when everyone you know is trying to shed pounds and you are trying to put some on. However, your goals are exactly the same as those trying to lose some weight: To eat a healthy diet, and reach a normal b...  [Read more]

Plastic Surgery Statistics Show Surprising Results

With Hollywood putting increasing pressure on society and reality shows obsessing over body image, high percentages of the masses have been inspired to go under the knife seeking nips here and tucks there to spruce up the reflection they se...  [Read more]

Salt Limitations on Processed Food Could Save Lives

An initiative to reduce salt intake among Americans could save thousands of lives, as well as billions of healthcare dollars. According to new research, a combined effort made by the United States government and the food industry to reduce...  [Read more]

Health Food

A Mediterranean Diet May Offer

By following a Mediterranean diet, you may gain more than just dietary benefits. Mediterranean-type diets are plentiful in fish, fruit, whole grains, nuts, and olive oil. They are known to be heart healthy, and have also been shown to lesse...  [Read more]

Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Gaining Gr

Jamie Oliver is one celebrity chef who gives back. In addition to furthering his own culinary education by traveling around the world, Oliver set up the Fifteen Foundation which trains 15 at-risk youths at a time to work in the restaurant b...  [Read more]

A Mediterranean Diet May Offer Additional H

By following a Mediterranean diet, you may gain more than just dietary benefits. Mediterranean-type diets are plentiful in fish, fruit, whole grains, nuts, and olive oil. They are known to be heart healthy, and have also been shown to lesse...  [Read more]

Health Plans

Obama Administration Launches H

First Lady Michelle Obama hit the nail on the head when she said: We all know the numbers; one in three of Americas kids are overweight or obese. And they didnt get that way by themselves. A number of factors have contributed, including hab...  [Read more]

Eating Disorders Effect Vegetarian Teens at

The practice of vegetarianism involves eating a diet that excludes meat, fish, and poultry, while a variation of the vegetarian diet, known as the vegan diet, also excludes eggs, dairy products, and honey. Following a properly planned veget...  [Read more]

Obama Administration Launches Healthy Food

First Lady Michelle Obama hit the nail on the head when she said: We all know the numbers; one in three of Americas kids are overweight or obese. And they didnt get that way by themselves. A number of factors have contributed, including hab...  [Read more]