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Heart Healthy Food to Focus on This Valentine's Day

This Valentine's Day, don't just remember your sweetheart--also remember your actual heart. February marks the 50th anniversary of American Heart Month. And organizations are stepping up to bring awareness to heart disease, the number one killer in Americans.

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How Our Gut Bacteria Digests Dietary Fiber from Fruits and Vegetables

We all know that we should probably be eating more fiber, but what exactly is dietary fiber and how do we metabolize it? Now, scientists are taking a closer look, showing exactly how fiber can benefit our bodies.
ADA Recommends Fluoride Toothpaste for Kids to Battle Tooth Decay and Cavities

The American Dental Association (ADA) is updating its recommendations when it comes to fighting cavities in children.
Obesity and Diabetes Linked to TVs, Cars and Computers in Developing Nations

Our way of life can impact our health drastically. Now, researchers have discovered that technological advances may just be aiding the spread of obesity and type-2 diabetes.
Chobani Yogurt Announces Disapproval of Russia Anti-Gay Laws

The CEO of Chobani yogurt a U.S. Olympic Committee sponsor has a response to Russia's anti-LGBT law.
Heroin 'Epidemic' Deaths May be Quashed by New Drug

Heroin use and overdose is becoming something of an epidemic across the U.S. Heroin use and overdose is becoming something of an epidemic across the U.
Medical Marijuana Gains Support in the Deep South: Georgia and Alabama to Discuss

Medical marijuana is gaining a larger and larger foothold in the U.S. Now southern states are jumping on the bandwagon.
Sochi, Russia Recent Food Problems: Reporters at the Olympic Winter Games Share Their Troubles Through Twitter

Russia apparently has a big food issue. Russia apparently has a big food issue. As the Olympics finally begin, the country has had their share of food- and beverage-related problems leading up the big game day, starting with Coca-Cola's media campaign and supposedly ending with reporters sharing their food struggles while overseas.
Racist School Lunch: California Apologizes For Fried Chicken and Collard Greens Menu

Administrators at a Northern California private school have issued an apology after being accused of serving a racist school lunch in honor of Black History Month.
Weekend Eating May Promote Weight Loss: Weekday Meals are Key to Diet

Don't stress; it turns out that eating heavily over the weekend may not completely ruin your chances at losing weight. Scientists have discovered that a weekend bloat can actually be part of a normal cycle of weight loss and gain over the course of a week.
Discover How One Mother Lost Astounding 145 Pounds Thanks to a Coupon and Boot Camp

It's an unending struggle for some--the weight game. Yet there are some who are winning. Torrie Creamer, a mother from Virginia, managed to drop an astounding 145 pounds--all with the help of boot camp and some dieting.