WELLNESS

It Pays to Lose

When adults who were obese managed to lose enough weight to bring their BMIs into the overweight range, their mortality risk dropped by 54%. >

Quarantine is a Recipe for Obesity

The isolation, lack of exercise opportunities and economic hardship related to COVID-19 foster obesity. Here are ways to beat the odds. >

Biotin Supplements' Risk to the Heart

Men and women of a certain age turn to biotin to keep hair from thinning and skin from aging. But it can be a bad idea for their hearts. >

Make Telemedicine Accessible for Seniors

Telemedicine is highly beneficial for seniors, but vision and hearing loss and technology are obstacles. Here are trends that should help. >

A Shortcut to A Healthier Diet

The way a cafeteria is set up can subtly encourage better eating. It's all about distances. >

Misleading Whole Grain Claims

Even people with advanced degrees can't figure out the actual whole grain content of various foods. What to look for. >

Now Hair This

Your hair is a record of what you eat. Researchers are using hair analysis to evaluate diet differences among neighborhoods. >

An Argument for Reopening the Schools

Elementary school students should return to school, some experts say. Kids need the classroom, and there are ways to make it safe. >

Food Stamps Pay Health Dividends

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance or SNAP program may seem expensive, but its price appears to be offset by savings in healthcare costs. >

Flu Vaccines Help the Heart

Having a flu shot protects you from more than the flu virus; it can prevent heart problems, too. So why do so few hospitals offer it? >

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