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The 'unhealthy' influence on kids sport
Kids think food and drink companies that sponsor their club are 'cool', says researcher.
Kids think food and drink companies that sponsor their club are 'cool', says researcher.
Two food giants have gotten into trouble for slapping misleading health claims on ice-cream and rice snacks.
From black bean burgers on restaurant menus to eight varieties of hummus at the supermarket, the meatless movement shows no signs of slowing down.
Pasta has gained a bad reputation among many dieters, who believe eating a bowl of spaghetti will make them gain weight.
Clear evidence that eating the wrong kind of fat can shorten your life has emerged from a major study in the US.
Experts urged caution over new findings and stress that "endometrial scratch" was not a pleasant procedure.
Karma can be so cruel. Just think how many times anti-GMO activists have protested against the imaginary risks of food that has been genetically modified. Now a favourite snack of those protesters, the sacred granola bar, has been found to pose an actual health risk.
Everyone fails sometimes. However, some of us are much harder on ourselves than others.
With its idyllic climate, beaches, revitalised neighbourhoods and edgy enclaves of cultural hotspots, there is little wonder that everyone wants to move here.
There's no blood test or other easily read biomarkers, but scientists have finally shed some light on the elusive chronic fatigue syndrome.
The Biggest Loser trainer shared a heartfelt message about training as a working mother.
The brown stuff is still pretty sugary, though...
Scientists have identified three ancient wheat species they say could generate as much interest as quinoa.
Beauty may not be skin deep, but when it comes to fruits and vegetables, skin is good.
A group of London opthalmologists believe using your smartphone at a particular time can affect sight after two women presented with similar conditions.
"Cake culture" in the workplace is fuelling the obesity epidemic and contributing to poor dental health, a British dental leader believes.
Welcome to the world of the 'nutritarian'.
Exercise caused mice to pump out a protein that scientists refer to as 'Miracle-Gro' for the brain.
Evidence is mounting about the benefits of exercise. In fact, it's a no-brainer.
Orange is the new black,
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