Declaring “sugar is toxic,” Robert Kennedy Jr. recently touched off a firestorm of controversy, but studies show that the Health and Human Services Secretary was not wrong in his assessment. Too much sugar is linked to all sorts of problems. Harvard Medical School reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
“Flexitarian” is a word cross of “flexible” and “vegetarian,” and is attractive alternative to those who want the benefits of a vegetarian diet but aren’t ready or willing to forego meat. What’s it all about? The Cleveland Clinic explains. (Photo: foodswings, Creative Commons)
Considering that 350,000 Americans experience a sudden heart attack each year, an automatic external defibrillator is a must for your church. Why? They save lives! But with so many options, how do you select what’s right? ChurchLeaders explains. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Health officials around the world are reporting a rise in sexually transmitted diseases across all age groups. For those who are sexually active with non-permanent partners, it’s important to learn the facts and take precautions. Harvard Health explains. (Image: Creative Commons)
Exercising solo is great, but joining others is better, say experts at Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center. Group exercises provides motivation, accountability, competition, fun and friendship. And it’s likely you’ll get a better workout! (Photo: Creative Commons)
The link between alcohol consumption and cancer is not new, but mounting evidence prompted the U.S. Surgeon General to call for warning labels on alcohol containers. What are we to make of it? What are the risks? Science Alert explores. (Photo: Kimery Davis, Creative Commons)
For several reasons, male depression often is not diagnosed or treated and can lead to serious and sometimes tragic results. But when treated, male depression usually gets better. The Mayo Clinic explains how to identify male depression and get help. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Some 3,600 chemicals used in food packaging have been in human beings. Researchers said some of them are hazardous to human health. The study, and others like it, are leading to calls to rethink how our food is packaged, stored and prepared. NPR reports.
Everyone knows exercise is good for your heart and muscles, but recent studies show the benefits are widespread across the body, affecting virtually every tissue and system. Watch this PBS Newshour video or read the transcript. (Photo: David Hudson, Creative Commons)
Weighing a few extra pounds following the holidays? You’re not alone! But getting back to – and maintaining – a healthy weight requires not quick-fix solutions but discipline and long-term thinking. This article from the Mayo Clinic explores. ((Photo: Andres Ayrton via Pexels)
