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Oranges, raisins and honey kick chicken to a new level
Published: 11/16/09
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Cancer linked to excess body fat
Published: 11/16/09
Newly compiled data suggest "excess body fat alone is responsible for more than 100,000 cancer cases in the U.S." The r…
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Picking an exercise class
Published: 11/16/09
The lengthy menu of group fitness programs at most gyms can be overwhelming. Here is advice from personal trainers on f…
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Ways to fight stress as holiday approaches
Published: 11/16/09
It's almost the most wonderful time of the year. It's also one of the most stressful times of year.
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Fitness, fatness gets put to the test
Published: 11/09/09
The can-you-be-fit-and-fat debate just got more fuel courtesy of a study presented recently at the annual scientific me…
The inexact science of fueling up One HTML file One image
Published: 11/02/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Florida victim wants men to know they're not immune to breast cancer One image
Published: 11/02/09
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. - When death came calling 18 months ago, Val Lucier put it in its place.
Making goodbyes easier on young children
Published: 11/02/09
Nobody likes goodbyes, but for young children, they can be particularly upsetting. Episodes of separation anxiety are n…
Taking steps to fitness 2 images
Published: 11/02/09
If better health and general physical fitness are goals that require a figurative set of steps to reach, then step aero…
Seeing Asperger's from the inside out
Published: 11/02/09
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Exercise outside to revitalize workouts
Published: 11/02/09
If you belong to a gym and have fallen off the fitness wagon, maybe a trip to the park or beach is in order. Not to lie…
Power-packed pancakes a smart choice
Published: 11/02/09
For The Press
Starting to fuel up for the big race One image
Published: 10/26/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Braces, sticky candy: A Halloween nightmare One image
Published: 10/26/09
NEW YORK - For the past two Halloweens, Julie Bonn Heath has gotten into a few battles with her son. It wasn't that he …
Halloween hazards: Be careful and avoid problems with holiday costumes and props One image
Published: 10/26/09
Zombies, goblins, vampires, aliens - they all descend upon parties and streets at the end of October. While it's all pr…
Should health claims on food be banned?
Published: 10/26/09
Sugary cereals with refined grains are labeled a "Smart Choice" or a way to "support your child's immunity."
How to buy workout shoes
Published: 10/26/09
The right pair of exercise shoes can do a lot to prevent discomfort and injuries, personal trainers say. Here are some …
Web health sites harness power of social networks
Published: 10/26/09
WASHINGTON - In fall 2007, during her 12th week of pregnancy, Garance Genicot and her husband, Shub Debgupta, received …
Study links abuse, obesity
Published: 10/26/09
Childhood neglect and abuse can leave mental and physical scars, but a new study suggests there may also be a correlati…
Think outside the box, use unusual ingredients
Published: 10/26/09
For The Press
Get yourself a pet to improve health
Published: 10/26/09
You know your dog or cat can almost always cheer you up after a bad day. But did you know pets may bring other health b…
Tropical flavors give turkey a surprisingly new taste One image
Published: 10/19/09
For The Press
Don’t let rain dampen your enthusiasm One HTML file One image
Published: 10/19/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Your pills are in the mail. Or are they?
Published: 10/19/09
Mail-order prescriptions are supposed to offer convenience and save money, but a new survey reveals that in many cases …
A food-safety quiz for consumers
Published: 10/19/09
The Washington Post
Stop staph infections
Published: 10/19/09
Staph infections, or skin infections caused by staphylococcus bacteria, are among the most common infections found in h…
W. Va. town braces for TV-show depiction
Published: 10/19/09
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Weary of being stuck with what they call the false label of America's unhealthiest city, Huntington…
Beware the fallAutumn chores, from raking leaves to cleaning gutters, are prime times for suffering injuries
Published: 10/19/09
The glorious blend of colors of the changing leaves is enough to take anyone's breath away.
What do you know about broccoli?
Published: 10/19/09
Broccoli gets a bad rap. If it's not then-President George H.W. Bush disparaging the veggie, it's Homer Simpson getting…
A heart put to the test 5 images
Published: 10/12/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Is your cell phone a source of pain?
Published: 10/12/09
DALLAS - Jill Garonzik Kelley of Allen, Texas, is thankful for unlimited minutes on her cell phone. After all, she did …
AIDS volunteers are motivated by sense of mission One image
Published: 10/12/09
It was the early 1980s, and an unknown disease was spreading throughout the gay community.
Special additions add sweet, hot to chicken
Published: 10/12/09
For The Press
For some prostate cancers, it might be best to skip therapy
Published: 10/05/09
HACKENSACK, N.J. - For men older than 65, doing nothing to treat localized, non-aggressive prostate cancer may be the b…
Can stress be healthy?
Published: 10/05/09
Stress doesn't just motivate us to get things done. Short bouts of it may actually boost the immune system and protect …
What to do when you need to take your child to the ER
Published: 10/05/09
Knowing what to do when you have to rush a child to the hospital - and what you should bring along - can make the exper…
Ginger, soy sauce create unique fish flavor
Published: 10/05/09
For The Press
A super seven of good-tasting fiber cereals
Published: 10/05/09
Good news for those looking for a tasty way to get their fiber: Consumer Reports' trained tasters recently found seven …
Antioxidants add punch to daily diet
Published: 10/05/09
Foods rich antioxidants, which can help prevent premature aging and some chronic diseases, also may help boost your imm…
Counting workout calories
Published: 10/05/09
Ever wonder how many calories you really burn during your morning jog? The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS)…
Running into trouble on the road One HTML file
Published: 10/05/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Local Health and Fitness Events
Published: 09/28/09
DIAL 2-1-1, NEW JERSEY'S HELPLINE, 24/7 to learn about breast cancer. Find a local screening center an…
Adding music to martial arts 4 images
Published: 09/28/09
At the Freestyle Martial Arts studio in Northfield, the building, the clothing, and the cars all say 21st-century New J…
You can either hit, or run through, the dreaded wall One image
Published: 09/28/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Even carefully selected foods won't make anyone immune to the flu
Published: 09/28/09
As we begin hearing of outbreaks of H1N1 flu, many of us are looking for ways to stay healthy this fall and winter.
Rolling clinic brings relief, education to asthma sufferers
Published: 09/28/09
OAKLAND, Calif. - Lavonte Smith, 8, sucked in a deep lungful of air, then blew all of it out for as long and hard as he…
Familiar activities can benefit Alzheimer's sufferers One image
Published: 09/28/09
DALLAS - No one's claiming that swinging a golf club is a magic elixir for people suffering from dementia, but no one's…
Chickpeas, spinach, lemon help create a savory stew
Published: 09/28/09
For The Press
Local Health and Fitness Events
Published: 09/28/09
DIAL 2-1-1, NEW JERSEY'S HELPLINE, 24/7 to learn about breast cancer. Find a local screening center an…
Going gluten-free One image
Published: 09/21/09
The gluten-free diet is no picnic. So when Julie Pech put her 12-year-old son on the wheat-free eating plan, she also s…
A rigid adherence to flexibility will pay off in the end One HTML file One image
Published: 09/21/09
One in an ongoing series following a runner's training for Nov. 22's Philadelphia Marathon.
Teachers opt for shaping up to set example for students One image
Published: 09/21/09
Exercise is a strange thing. When we actually take the time to do it, we often say "wow, that felt great, why don't I d…
Sports drinks are not the best thirst option for kids One image
Published: 09/21/09
Soda's a no-no for kids. Why aren't sports drinks?
Check food safety with new Web site
Published: 09/21/09
Food-borne illnesses sicken 76 million people, and cause 725,000 hospitalizations and 5,000 deaths nationwide every year.

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