11.13.2011 News Health Column: Don’t ignore that weighty subject Q: I’ve been gaining weight in recent years. But as long as my doctor doesn’t tell me I need to lose weight, can I assume it’s not really a...
10.20.2011 News Health Column: Fighting inflammation is a ket to good health Most Americans know health risks such as high blood cholesterol and blood sugar are important to monitor, but a growing number of researchers believe that other major factors with...
10.09.2011 News Health column: Health benefits of juice vs. cider Q: Is there a nutritional difference between apple cider and apple juice? A: In the United States, apple cider refers to apple juice that has not been filtered to...
09.16.2011 News Health Column: How to make that ‘deskfast’ healthy A new word entered the dictionary in the last few years. According to some estimates, about 20 percent of us now have “deskfast,” eating when we get to work,...
07.11.2011 News Health Column: Vegetable grilling is safe, nutritious choice American Institute for Cancer Research certified nutritionist and registered dietician Karen Collins provides information on healthy choices to make in planning your meals and snacks. Q: What kinds of...
12.13.2010 News Health Column: Can green tea help people lose weight? The following nutritional advice comes from Karen Collins at The American Institute for Cancer Research. Q: Can green tea really help people lose weight? A: Some studies suggest that...
12.07.2010 News Health Column: Does lack of sleep lead to weight gain? The following column is provided by The American Institute for Cancer Research. Q: Can lack of sleep really lead to weight gain? A: Many, but not all, studies do...
11.23.2010 News Health Column: Reducing your risk of lung cancer The following column is provided by The American Institute for Cancer Research. Q: Are there steps that can reduce lung cancer risk in nonsmokers? A: Tobacco is unquestionably the...