Eat Well, Live Longer

If you eat a healthy diet, you're likely to live longer.It might be trite advice, but a new study offers proof that it can make a difference in your longevity. Read more

Health Tip: Risk Factors for High Cholesterol?

(HealthDay News) -- Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that's found naturally in the body. And while some cholesterol is necessary, too much of it built up in the blood increases your risk of heart disease. Read more

When Unhealthy Foods Hijack Your Brain

In a book being published next week, former FDA chief Dr. David Kessler brings to consumers the disturbing conclusion of numerous brain studies -- some people really do have a harder time resisting bad foods. Read more

A Pre-Workout Meal to Help You Burn Fat

(HealthDay News) -- The type of carbohydrates you eat before a workout may influence how much fat you burn during your exercise session, new research suggests.Women who ate a breakfast rich in carbohydrates that do not cause a spike in blood sugar -- think muesli, yogurt, skimmed milk -- burned 50 percent more fat during a post-breakfast workout than did those who ate a breakfast rich in the kind of carbohydrates known to make blood sugar rise sharply, such as cornflakes and white bread. Read more

Spicy Baked Fish Recipe

Recipe for Spicy Baked Fish: This spicy seafood dish will delight everyone.... Read more

Health Tip: Plan Ahead for Healthy Meals

(HealthDay News) -- Many people have the best intentions when it comes to cooking and eating healthy, but late nights at work and juggling family schedules can make it a challenge.

The American Diabetes Association says you should carefully plan your meals. It offers these suggestions:

• Create a menu for the week ahead.
• Shop for the ingredients in advance. You should never use "not having the time to shop" as an excuse.
• Always keep a healthy supply of ingredients on hand, including olive and vegetable oil, chicken broth, frozen fruits and veggies, seasonings, healthy canned sauces and fish.
• Keep junk food out of the house. Instead, have healthy snacks available to grab when you or family members are hungry.
• Cook enough healthy food for leftovers or additional meals.
• Try not to eat out too often.

Is Salt Nature's Antidepressant?

Many people consume too much salt, but new research may have uncovered one reason people crave it -- it might lead to a better mood.

Researchers found that when rats are deficient in sodium chloride (common table salt), they shy away from activities they normally enjoy. A loss of pleasure in normally pleasing activities is one of the most important features of psychological depression. Read more