May 01, 2013: Younger Men Biggest Consumers of Added Sugars: CDC
Sweetened food and beverages are source of too many empty calories, experts say

March 19, 2013: Sugary Drinks Tied to 25,000 U.S. Deaths a Year
Study estimated beverages' role in worldwide obesity and heart disease, diabetes, some cancers

February 27, 2013: Countries With More Sugar in Food Supply Have More Diabetes
Global study strengthens tie between sweeteners and type 2 disease, experts say

January 16, 2013: Cut Back on Sugar to Lose Some Weight
Limiting intake seems to have small but significant effect on body weight, study says

January 02, 2013: Is Fructose Making People Fat?
Simple sugar found in high-fructose corn syrup and elsewhere is tied to appetite changes in study

December 03, 2012: Healthy Diet May Prevent Additional Heart Trouble
Study found patients who ate more vegetables, fruits and fish lowered their chances of heart attack, heart failure, stroke

November 27, 2012: Diabetes Rates Higher in Countries Using Lots of High Fructose Corn Syrup: Study
But critics say this research doesn't prove the sweetener is any worse than other sugars

October 30, 2012: Eating More Meals Linked to Less Student Overweight
Tri-state study also adds to research on sodas, screen time and school sports

October 26, 2012: Too Much Dairy, Carbs Might Harm Men's Sperm
New studies also suggest women's diets could affect IVF success

October 02, 2012: Diabetes Patients Should Have More Voice in Treatment: Experts
New guidelines say individual, doctor and evidence must all contribute to decisions

September 17, 2012: Diets High in Fructose May Harm Liver in Some, Scientists Warn
Increased consumption of this sugar linked to altered metabolism, energy balance stores

August 29, 2012: Low-Cal Diets Kept Monkeys Healthier, But Didn't Lengthen Lives
Study runs counter to previous research that suggested caloric restriction might boost longevity

August 28, 2012: 4 Eating Habits May Help Older Women Maintain Weight Loss
In 4-year study, those who kept pounds off decreased 3 food groups and increased fruits, vegetables

August 21, 2012: Popular Characters Can Help Kids Eat Healthy Foods Too
Branding tactics used to sell junk food also may be used to promote better nutrition, research shows

August 13, 2012: Could Chocolate's Antioxidants Boost Brain Function?
In small study, a flavanol-rich cocoa drink seemed to have an effect, but one expert is unconvinced

July 09, 2012: Major Medical Groups Back Sweeteners as Diet Aid
Top heart and diabetes organizations endorse their use -- with a caveat on 'compensating' with high-calorie foods

June 11, 2012: Treating Prediabetes Might Prevent Full-Blown Disease
Either by lifestyle changes or meds, returning blood sugar to normal has lasting effects, study found

May 21, 2012: U.S. Teens Heading for Heart Trouble: Study
High 'bad' cholesterol, pre-diabetes or diabetes affect almost one-quarter of teens

April 24, 2012: Could the Childhood Obesity 'Epidemic' Be Ebbing?
Massachusetts study finds significant decline in rates for kids under 6

March 30, 2012: Study Weighs In on Diets for Kids
Meal plan with very low carbs was tough for children to follow, researchers say

February 17, 2012: Specific Dietary Goals May Help Diabetics Eat Better
Given target of eating 8 servings of fruits, nuts and other low glycemic index foods daily, most achieved it

February 14, 2012: Switching to Water, Diet Drinks Linked to Modest Weight Loss
People who substituted for high-calorie beverages lost about 5 pounds in study

February 06, 2012: Pancreas May 'Taste' Fructose, Hinting at Links to Diabetes
High-fructose corn syrup is ubiquitous in Western diet, and study suggests it could play unique role

January 25, 2012: Kids' Snacks Can Be Healthy <i>and</i> Inexpensive
New study at YMCAs finds food combinations that satisfy budgets, nutrition guidelines

December 15, 2011: Calorie Info Helps Teens Choose Water Over Sugary Drinks
Sweetened drinks had less appeal when 'exercise-equivalents' were given in study

December 13, 2011: Want to Cut Chocolate Cravings? Take a Walk
Workplace snackers who took treadmill breaks ate less than those who rested, study found

December 02, 2011: Socioeconomic Status Main Predictor of Health Habits: Study
Race, ethnicity not necessarily behind disparities in weight, exercise and diet

November 07, 2011: School Soda Bans Don't Keep Kids From Sugary Drinks
Children just turn to sport and fruit drinks, study finds

August 31, 2011: Americans Getting Too Many Calories From Sugary Drinks: CDC
Report shows young people, minorities are consuming the most sweetened beverages

June 13, 2011: Could a Diet Help Prevent Alzheimer's?
Low-fat, low-glycemic eating plan improved 'biomarkers' of the disease, researchers say

March 24, 2011: More Added Sugars, More Pounds?
Study found body weight went up with increases in sugar intake over 27 years

February 28, 2011: Sugary Drinks Might Raise Hypertension Risk: Study
Those who consumed more were more likely to have high blood pressure, but exactly why is not clear

February 09, 2011: Can Diet Soda Boost Your Stroke Risk?
Researchers find a 61% increased risk among those who drink daily

January 10, 2011: Sugary Drinks, Foods Might Put Teens at Risk for Heart Disease
Study found those who consumed the most showed more signs of pending cardiovascular trouble

December 13, 2010: Taxing Sodas Won't Spur Much Weight Loss, Study Says
Ensuing declines would be minimal, researchers find

November 10, 2010: Women Who Drink Sugary Beverages Raise Risk of Gout
Study found risk increased with consumption of high-fructose drinks

August 02, 2010: Western Diet Populates Kids' Stomachs With Bad Bacteria
Study found African children who ate more natural diet, were breast-fed longer had more good bacteria

July 20, 2010: Health Tip: Reduce Your Sugar Consumption
Suggestions for how to cut back

June 14, 2010: Brown Rice Bests White for Diabetes Prevention
Five servings of white rice weekly can up risk of type 2 diabetes, researchers report

April 26, 2010: Health Tip: Reduce Dietary Sugar
Here are some suggestions

December 25, 2009: Eat Up, But Eat Healthy This Holiday Season
Enjoy the occasional treat while sticking to your diet. Here's how.

August 31, 2009: Mediterranean Diet May Be Best for Type 2 Diabetes
Reduced need for meds, helped some lose weight compared to low-fat diet

June 11, 2009: Cornflakes, White Bread Could Boost Heart Risk
'High-glycemic' carbs like these hamper blood vessel function, study shows

June 03, 2009: Want to Stop Cancer? You Can, Experts Say
Lifestyle changes have been shown to lower odds, even for those at higher risk

May 09, 2009: Acid Drinks Blamed for Increase in Tooth Erosion
The way people savor flavor compounds the problem, experts say

April 28, 2009: Lifestyle Factors Tied to Older Adults' Diabetes Risk
As population ages, even small changes affect incidence, study finds

April 20, 2009: Gum Chewing May Cut Craving for Snacks
Study suggests that sugarless brands can help control appetite and weight

April 06, 2009: Dietary Changes Shield Latino Teens From Diabetes
Study found high-fiber, low-sugar regimen reduced risk factors

March 06, 2009: Teens' Lung Health Is Linked to Their Diet
Eating fruit and fish might lessen asthma, bronchitis symptoms, research suggests

March 03, 2009: U.S. Diet Needs Heart-Felt Overhaul
Doctors urge all levels of society to encourage good eating habits, cut coronary risks