May 14, 2013: Health Tip: Bake With Less Sugar
You probably don't need as much as you've been using

May 08, 2013: Fast Food Hasn't Gotten Much Healthier, Study Says
Researchers analyzed 14 years of menus from familiar U.S. chains

April 25, 2013: 12 Ounces of Sugary Soda a Day Raises Diabetes Risk: Study
European researchers found odds rose by up to 22 percent at this level of consumption

March 31, 2013: Kids of Better-Educated Parents Have Healthier Diets: Study
European research compared nutritional choices such as fruits and veggies, sugary drinks

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

March 12, 2013: Sweet Drinks Tied to Higher Calorie Consumption in Kids
And sugary beverages go hand-in-hand with fatty foods, like pizza and fries, study finds

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 08, 2013: Diet Drinks Tied to Depression Risk in Older Adults: Study
Higher odds also seen for regular soda drinkers

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 25, 2012: Holidays Spell Trouble for Folks Unaware They're Diabetic
High-salt, high-fat foods may put these people at risk for heart attack, stroke

December 10, 2012: Could Kids' Salt Intake Affect Their Weight?
Study found those who consumed more sodium also drank more sugary beverages

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 03, 2012: 'Junk Food' May Significantly Hike Risk of Stroke, Researchers Say
Western diet tied to health problems in young rats after just 2 months, study finds

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

September 17, 2012: Food-Assistance Program Sees $2 Billion Spent on Sweet Drinks: Study
Yet initiative's goal is promoting good nutrition

September 13, 2012: NYC OKs Ban on Big Sugary Drinks
Mayor Michael Bloomberg says initiative is bid to combat obesity; opponents call it intrusion on individual rights

September 12, 2012: NYC 'Soda Ban' Decision Expected Thursday
Mayor's attempt to combat obesity comes up against industry, individual rights, opponents say

September 09, 2012: Water or Sports Drink?
Plain old H2O is usually the better choice, expert says

September 04, 2012: Even 'High-Normal' Blood Sugar Tied to Brain Shrinkage
Scans show memory, thinking regions shrank in those at high end of 'normal' range; more study needed

August 06, 2012: Sugary Sports Drinks Plentiful at U.S. Schools: Study
Fewer stock soda, but fruit beverages, Gatorade-like drinks are widely available

July 23, 2012: NYC Ban on Super-Sized Sodas Would Cut Consumers' Calories: Study
Researchers find reduction of about 63 calories per fast-food meal

July 18, 2012: Sugary Drinks Not Replacing Milk as Kids Age: Study
Children consume more sweetened beverages each day, but also keep drinking milk, 100% fruit juice

June 25, 2012: 'Dessert' With Breakfast Boosts Weight Loss: Study
But several nutritionists disagree with the finding

March 13, 2012: Race, Location Big Factors in American Diets
Study finds 5 major patterns of food consumption based on environment, background

March 12, 2012: Sugary Drinks Can Be Hard on Heart: Study
Men who drank one sweet beverage daily had higher risk of heart disease

February 29, 2012: U.S. Kids Still Eat Too Much Added Sugar: CDC
Though consumption has fallen, it's far above recommended levels

February 24, 2012: Kids From Poorer Families Drink Too Much Juice: Poll
Sugary beverages can cause obesity, tooth decay, experts say

January 25, 2012: Less Salt, More Veggies in School Lunches: USDA
New rules call for healthier foods but some say changes don't go far enough

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

November 02, 2011: Overweight Teens Don't Seem to Grasp Weight Loss Rules
Researchers find girls still drink sodas while exercising, and boys don't exercise at all

October 31, 2011: Report Slams Makers of Sugary Drinks for Targeting Kids
Black and Hispanic children exposed even more than others, researchers found

October 28, 2011: Will Eating Sweets Make You Sweeter?
Researchers find link between food preferences and personality

October 24, 2011: Do You <i>Really</i> Read Nutrition Labels?
You might if they were better positioned, researchers say

October 22, 2011: Healthy Halloween Advice for Children With Diabetes
Expert suggests ways for kids to keep blood sugar under control, without feeling deprived

October 06, 2011: TV Ads Whet Kids' Appetite for Junk Food
But study finds parents can counteract the influence by encouraging healthy choices

September 22, 2011: Health Tip: Beware of Added Sugar
It can contribute to obesity

August 17, 2011: Health Tip: Chew Sugarless Gum
And help spare your teeth

June 17, 2011: Truth About Ice Cream, Snow Cones May Be Hard to Swallow
Nutritionally, these summer staples come up empty, expert says

April 18, 2011: Lifestyle Changes Can Slash Blood Fat Levels, Experts Say
Improving exercise, eating habits reduces triglycerides, heart association notes

April 11, 2011: Having Kids Might Make Young Women Heavier, Less Fit
Study found they consumed more calories, exercised less

April 04, 2011: Compulsive Eaters May Have 'Food Addiction,' Study Finds
Exposure to food 'cues' might trigger same brain reward circuitry involved in drug and alcohol addiction

March 08, 2011: New Sweetness Detectors Found in Human Taste Cells
Sensors once thought to exist only in the pancreas may lead to interventions for over-eating, researchers say

March 07, 2011: Cartoon Branding Affects Kids' Cereal Choice, Regardless of Taste
But if no characters are on the box, kids prefer product promoting health over sugar, study finds

December 08, 2010: Those Sweet Pet Treats May Foster Fatness
Sugar appearing more now in dog and cat treats as veterinarian warns of the consequences

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

November 08, 2010: Painful Gout on the Rise in U.S.
Intake of sodas, coffee might affect risk for the arthritic ailment, studies show

October 31, 2010: Halloween Candy Has Limited Shelf Life
Chocolates past expiration date may cause illness, expert says

October 11, 2010: Halloween Chocolate a Serious Threat to Pets
Veterinarian warns that, in animals, the candy can cause seizures, irregular heartbeat and even death

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