TUESDAY, Oct. 29, 2019 (HealthDay News) — More than 300 million people worldwide — or 4% of the population — have a rare disease, a new study finds. A disease is considered rare when it affects fewer than five in 10,000 people, according to a European definition. Until now, it’sContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Oct. 29, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Looking for a tasty seafood dip for your next family gathering? Everyone will love this baked crab classic that’s been given a healthy makeover. Crab is a great source of protein and makes an excellent base for a dip. It’s low in caloriesContinue Reading
MONDAY, Oct. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — People struggling with anxiety, depression or other psychiatric problems shouldn’t pin their hopes on medical marijuana, a new review suggests. Dozens of studies involving more than 3,000 people did not provide compelling evidence that medical cannabis can help treat disorders of the mind,Continue Reading
FRIDAY, Oct. 25, 2019 (HealthDay News) — This Halloween, don’t deny yourself tempting treats or throw your healthy eating plan out of whack when the kids indulge. The answer is chocolate-covered fruit — all the sweetness of candy with nutrients you won’t find in the Trick or Treat bag. FreshContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 23, 2019 (HealthDay News) — You probably already realize that adding zucchini or carrots to a cake won’t magically make it low calorie or healthy. But you might not realize that there are many foods that sound healthy but really aren’t. It might seem as though bran muffinsContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Oct. 22, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Love your chicken parm but not the crazy calorie overload you get at a restaurant? Try this lighter version that’s easy to make at home. Most of the unwanted calories in chicken parmesan come from heavy breading plus the typical big side ofContinue Reading
THURSDAY, Oct. 17, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Are you a chicken finger fanatic, but worried about what might be lurking in the take-out versions? The solution is simple: Do it yourself. Making chicken fingers at home is a snap. Between oven baking and ingredient swaps to cut back on theContinue Reading
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 16, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Don’t let the names of exotic grains like millet keep you from trying them. They’re as easy to make as standard white rice yet far more nutritious. Millet is the seed of a grass that grows in Africa. It has a fluffy, dryContinue Reading
TUESDAY, Oct. 15, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Many studies have shown that a stable and happy marriage is good for the health of both partners, increasing longevity. But did you know that there’s also a link between one spouse’s happiness and the health of the other? Building on the ideaContinue Reading
MONDAY, Oct. 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Want to add pizzazz to your morning bowl of oats? Here’s how to spice things up and boost the nutrition. Oats are rich in important minerals like manganese, which plays a role in controlling blood sugar. They also happen to be very highContinue Reading