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

January 09, 2009: Americans Consuming More Sugary Beverages
Adults gulping an average of 300 calories every day, study finds

December 17, 2008: Strict Blood Sugar Lowering Won't Ease Diabetes Heart Risk
Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say

November 27, 2008: School Soda Ban Has Limited Effect
Eliminating sugary beverages did not affect overall consumption, study finds

November 22, 2008: Substitutions Make Holiday Fare Healthier
Altering recipes to cut fat, salt a quick fix without losing taste, experts say

October 02, 2008: Overeating Can Throw Off Metabolism
Researchers find brain pathway that's activated, increasing risk of obesity, diabetes

September 17, 2008: Healthy Lifestyle Boosts Women's Longevity
Good living can reduce the risk of dying from heart disease and cancer, study shows

July 28, 2008: Diet Key to Diabetes Risk
Fruits, vegetables, exercise reduce chances of blood sugar disease, studies find

July 13, 2008: Don't Take a Vacation From Healthy Eating
Expert says sticking to routine will keep those extra pounds off while school's out

July 08, 2008: Keep a Food Diary, Lose Twice as Much Weight
Logging intake makes you think about what you eat, study finds

June 23, 2008: Healthy Diet Lowers Death Risk for Women
Study found eating fruits, veggies, whole grains most protective against heart disease

June 13, 2008: Lifestyle Counseling Reduces Heart Risk
European program shows improvement in diet and other factors

June 02, 2008: Kids Gulping Down More Sugary Beverages
Consumption of such drinks now make up to 15% of their daily calories, study finds

May 23, 2008: Lifestyle Changes Can Keep Diabetes at Bay for 14 Years
Among people at high risk, healthy eating and exercise can delay disease, researchers say