How mother’s diet affects baby’s health: What insights from different cultures can tell us
Prenatal nutrition plays an important role in shaping the future health of an infant. (Shutterstock) What happens in the womb
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Prenatal supplements largely lack the recommended amount of omega-3 fatty acids to help prevent preterm birth − new research
Few women of childbearing age consume adequate amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Caroline Purser/The Image Bank via Getty Images Most
Water fluoridation helps prevent tooth decay – how growing opposition threatens a 70-year-old health practice
Fluoride is a mineral found in water that strengthens teeth and helps prevent cavities. vitapix/E+ via Getty Images Driving through
Dozens of cyclists and pedestrians are killed each year in Philly − an injury epidemiologist explains how to better protect bike lanes, slow drivers down and reduce collisions
More than half of Philadelphia commuters drive to work, while 21% take public transportation, 8% walk and 2% bike, according
Scroll less, connect more: A new study shows how to make social media work for you
We all know using social media is considered bad for you. A high social media diet is linked to anxiety,
B.C. youth H5N1 diagnosis: Anti-whistleblower “ag-gag” laws help global pandemics grow and spread
A teen in British Columbia recently became critically ill after becoming infected with H5N1. H5N1 is a highly pathogenic strain
Healthspan versus lifespan: The vital role of muscle in successful aging
Our goal should be to bring lifespan and healthspan as close together as possible (Shutterstock) We’d all like to live
208 million Americans are classified as obese or overweight, according to new study synthesizing 132 data sources
Overweight and obesity rates are rising in all age ranges across the U.S. Mohamed Rida ROKI/iStock via Getty Images Plus
Cinnamon, spice and ‘everything nice’ – why lead-tainted cinnamon products have turned up on shelves, and what questions consumers should ask
It’s important to buy cinnamon from reputable dealers. Anjelika Gretskaia/Moment via Getty Images Spices bring up feelings of comfort, cultural
Light exercise can yield significant cognitive benefits, new research shows
Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive