A New Symbol for Healthy Eating
by Catherine McNiff
In June 2011, First Lady Michelle Obama and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack unveiled MyPlate, the new symbol of healthy eating. Long…
Many people are not sure how much weight they should lose. Weight loss of only 5â10 percent of body weight may improve many of the problems associated with…
The following table lists the percentage of overweight, obese, and extremely obese Americans ages 20–74 years old from 1988–2010, as reported by the National Center…
According to folklore, the following foods are good for you. Now scientists agree.Cranberry juice is good for urinary tract infections. Why? Because the juice inhibits a type of bacteria that…
Wash your hands before eating. Germs are spread more easily from your hands than, say, your lips. When you have a cold, keep your hands clean and don't worry about kissing someone.Wear gloves and…
What's bouillabaisse? It's French for a fish stew that combines many kinds of fish and shellfish. Here is a stew of another kind — a variety of food facts. Meal…
The New Year In Madrid, Spain, people count down the last minutes of the old year by popping grapes into their mouths. In the southern part of the U.S., black-eyed peas are eaten on New Year's Day…
The ancient Egyptians thought onions kept evil spirits away. When they took an oath (made a promise), they placed one hand on an onion. The custom of throwing rice at weddings goes back to the…
Exercise is not only fun, it is also good for your body, mind, and overall well-being. Kids who exercise on a regular basis often do better in school, sleep better, don't feel as tired, are less…
