The Flay way to lose weight
Bobby Flay has recently dropped more than 10 pounds. The famed chef tells us his diet tips.
October’s health checklist
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Changes to needle for flu shot could make getting the shot less painful; Halloween hazards parents should watch out for; pumpkins are not just for jack-o-lanterns.
Processed can still be healthful
“Processed” and “packaged” have been among nutrition’s dirty words. But to maintain a complete diet, it might be time for them to cross your lips.
Which food is good for what
Foods that are healthful for the heart, stabilizing for the stomach, beneficial for the brain and more.
Raspberries are good for your health; watch out for 9/11-related stress
Why you should love raspberries, what to do if the 9/11 anniversary is causing you anxiety and other advice.
The apple-a-day principle
Apples are becoming a standard part of Happy Meals. But just how happy will apples make your dietitian?
These bods were made for walking
Here’s a way to stop talking about getting in shape and walk the walk: WalkingTown DC tours offer a little fun and history with your exercise.
Pedicabs and exercise: That’s how we roll
Pedicab drivers stay fit, earn some cash as they ferry tourists around the city.
Minimalist shoes gain a toehold
Lots of sneaker companies are copying Vibram FiveFingers, the sock-like shoe with articulated toes.
Strength training for pregnant women
Moms-to-be can continue working with weights or resistance bands well into their pregnancies.
Auto racers rev their bodies, too
The car-racing skills on display at the inaugural Baltimore Grand Prix depend in part on an unusual fitness regimen.
The Checkup
Lung patients: concerns about antioxidants
Contrary to previous studies, giving patients with lung problems omega-3 fatty acids and “antioxidants” appears to do more harm than good.
The Checkup
CDC: 112 million incidents of drinking and driving in 2010
CDC says there were 112 million instances in which adults drove after drinking occurred in 2010. That’s 30 percent fewer than five years ago.
The Checkup
Skinny Denmark attacks fat
Denmark has enacted a tax on foods containing high percentages of saturated fat, the BBC reported over the weekend. The move is meant to help reduce obesity among the Danish, though just 10 percent of that population is overweight or obese.
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Extra credit: After-school snacks
Here are some healthful options for school treats and after-school snacking.
How & Why
Traffic science battles heavy flows
Traffic science struggles to keep cars flowing on highways in D.C. and elsewhere.
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