Avoid Fast-Food Combo Meals

Children and teens are more likely to have sugary drinks with combo meals

Thursday, October 13, 2016 Follow Us         Featured Target Fast-Food Combo Meals to Cut Sugary Drinks for Kids: Study Children and teens are more likely to have sugary drinks if they get fast-food combo meals that come with a beverage, a new study suggests. The findings suggest that uncoupling sugary drinks... Read more ...  News Health Tip: Watching Portions and Your Wallet You don't have to scrimp on nutritious foods to eat well on a budget. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases suggests... Read more ... How 'Mindful Eating' Can Keep Kids Slim Most childhood obesity-prevention programs stress calorie counting and exercise. But one pediatrician likes to emphasize an approach called 'mindful eating' instead. 'Mindful eating is... Read more ... Health Tip: Sauté Your Veggies Sautéing is a healthier alternative to frying, and it's a simple technique to master. The American Heart Association explains how: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Using... Read more ... Day Care Doesn't Encourage Weight Gain in Kids A child placed in day care is no more likely to gain too much weight than a child who stays home with a parent, a new study indicates. Earlier research had suggested there may be an increased risk... Read more ... Weight Loss and Healthy Living Centers MedicineNet's Weight Loss and Healthy Living Centers give you all of the tools necessary for diet & weight management, exercise & fitness, nutrition & food, and prevention & wellness. Get access to various articles, slideshows, quizzes, and medications for your reference. Healthy Living Center Health Tools   Picture Slideshows   Quizzes   Health & Living   Pinpoint Your Pain   Medical Word of the Day   More Newsletters   Diseases and Conditions   Medical Picture of the Day   MedicineNet Home