'Do more, talk less' to help heavy teens slim down (Reuters)
Reuters – Parents of overweight teens who
recognize that their kids are too fat don't take steps to help
them to eat more healthily or to be more active, but they do
push them to diet — and this pressure is likely to backfire, a
new study shows.
Red wine compound seen protecting heart from aging (Reuters)
Reuters – A natural compound found in red wine
may protect the heart against the effects of the aging process,
researchers said on Tuesday.
Fitness: 60-Plus, Ripped, and Natural Competitors
Seniors flaunt their muscles (and Speedos) at drug-free events.
Personal Health: Seeking Answers to Stop Another Stillbirth
In about half the cases of stillbirth there are no answers, and couples cannot be sure this tragedy will not repeat.
Vital Signs: At Risk: Pot Belly in Midlife Is Linked to Dementia
People with a large pot belly in midlife are at increased risk for dementia in their later years, according to a new study.
Really?: The Claim: A Fever in a Baby Is a Sign of Teething
An old wives’ tale says a feverish baby is not always a cause for concern.
Q & A: Singing and Fitness
Is singing exercise? Could I lose weight by vocalizing?
In Deep-Dish Pizza Land, a Thinner Blue Line
Jody P. Weis, superintendent of the Chicago police, has shocked the ranks with talk of mandatory fitness tests and maximum body-fat allowances for officers.
Personal Best: Yes, Running Can Make You High
That blissful mood after an intense workout is no coincidence, a study shows.
Front Row: A Bad Reaction to a Diet
Vogue made the proposal, but was it indecent?








