Plate size and self-serving increased first-graders' food intake, researchers found By Kathleen DohenyHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, April 8 (HealthDay News) -- Small kids who are given large plates and then allowed to serve themselves take more food and consume more calories, new research finds. The study used 41 first-graders in a Philadelphia elementary school to test...

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Protect your family from potential dangers (HealthDay News) -- When your family is headed to the beach for some fun in the sun, it's a good idea to go over a few basic safety rules to keep everyone safe. The American Academy of Pediatrics lists these safety rules when you're at the beach: Ward off...

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And suggestions for choosing the best ones (HealthDay News) -- Practicing good food safety rules is just as important with eggs as it is with meat. The U.S. government's Food Safety and Inspection Service lists these suggestions to help you select and store eggs properly: Only purchase eggs that have been stored in a refrigerated...

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Gut bacteria break down carnitine into another substance that damages blood vessels, study finds SUNDAY, April 7 (HealthDay News) -- A compound found in red meat and added as a supplement to popular energy drinks promotes hardening and clogging of the arteries, otherwise known as atherosclerosis, a new study suggests. Researchers say that bacteria in...

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Findings shed light on overlap between extreme obesity and mild overweight, researcher says SUNDAY, April 7 (HealthDay News) -- New gene locations linked to obesity have been pinpointed in a large study by an international team of researchers. The team examined data from more than 260,000 people and identified seven new gene locations tied to...

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Women may be caught in cycle of fatigue, lack of self-esteem, expert says By Alan MozesHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, April 5 (HealthDay News) -- Women who struggle with chronic obesity end up engaging in less and less routine physical activity, new research shows, confirming what may seem obvious to some. The investigating team acknowledged that their...

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It's a great youth sport, but beware the possible injuries, doctor advises FRIDAY, April 5 (HealthDay News) -- Baseball is one of the safest sports for children, but even so there are potential risks that can result in serious injury, an expert warns. "All kids should be involved in physical activity, and baseball is a...

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Both helped shed pounds, but vigorous exercise produced better long-term results By Kathleen DohenyHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, April 5 (HealthDay News) -- Need to lose weight? Running will help more than walking, according to new research. And to keep off those lost pounds, continue running, suggests Paul Williams, a staff scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory...

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Compared with former college athletes, those still in school had doubled odds, possibly due to stress, researchers say FRIDAY, April 5 (HealthDay News) -- Current college athletes are twice as likely to be depressed as former athletes, researchers have found. The findings suggest the need for further research to learn more about depression among college...

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Listen to your body (HealthDay News) -- It's important to challenge yourself during exercise. But you should never ignore pain -- a sign that you're potentially stressing or damaging your joints. The Cleveland Clinic offers this advice for people who exercise to strengthen the back: Don't jump rope, which can cause too much stress on...

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Modest dietary changes would reduce risk of stroke, heart disease, studies confirm THURSDAY, April 4 (HealthDay News) -- Reducing dietary salt intake and boosting levels of potassium would prevent millions of deaths from heart disease and stroke worldwide each year, according to three new studies. The new studies, which reviewed prior research, were published online...

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