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Fertility diet: What to eat if you’re trying to get pregnant
By Louise Bond published
Can a fertility diet maximize your chances of getting pregnant? We dive into the science
Blue Bananas Surprise Scientists
By Andrea Thompson last updated
Products of chlorophyll breakdown make ripening bananas glow blue under black lights.
How calories are calculated: The science behind your food
By Joanna Fantozzi, Ailsa Harvey last updated
Reference Scientists have developed methods to determine how calories are calculated
When Health Food Is Unhealthy
By Christopher Wanjek last updated
Nuts, seeds, and fruits are generally healthy but, like many health foods, they can pack a lot of calories.
Weight Loss Triggered When One Fat-Absorption Gene Is Blocked
By Rachael Rettner last updated
Scientists have discovered a chain of events occurring inside cells that control the amount of fat the body takes up.
How to Realistically Lose Weight
By Deborah Enos last updated
Simple strategies like eating more fiber and moving more can help with weight loss.
Why Wait for New Food Labels to Curb Childhood Obesity? (Op-Ed)
By Dr. Ihuoma Eneli last updated
The FDA's proposed changes to food labels are a step in the right direction, but parents can start encouraging healthy eating habits for their children right now.
Fast-Food Consumption Slows Down
By Catherine Winters last updated
Americans are eating fewer fast foods but there's room for improvement.
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