This video explains how calcium and vitamin D work together to build and maintain strong bones. It covers updated recommendations from the Institute of Medicine, who needs supplements, and how diet, sunlight, and lifestyle affect bone health. Experts warn that too little—or too much—can cause serious health problems, especially for older adults and post-menopausal women. The program also highlights foods...
School Lunches vs. Packed Lunches: A Health Study
A study published in the American Heart Journal found that sixth graders who ate school lunches had a significantly higher risk of obesity than those who brought food from home. The research linked school meals—often high in sugar, fat, and low-cost starches like corn and potatoes—to a 29% increased obesity risk, higher than the risk from excessive screen time. In...
How to Prepare for Surgery
Originally published October 17, 2013....
How to Beat the Heat
Tips for staying cool and understanding who is most at risk when it gets HOT....




