Vanderbilt-led study shows high-salt diet decreases thirst, increases hunger

When you eat salty food, you get thirsty and drink water. Right?

Feed a cold, starve a fever? Not so fast, according to Salk research

The last time you had a stomach bug, you probably didn’t feel much like eating. This loss of appetite is part of your body’s normal response to an illness but is not well understood.

Live Well & Live Longer With Foods For Healthy Aging

Whether you are in your 20s, 40s, 80s or beyond, research shows that people who eat a balanced diet, don’t smoke, and exercise regularly lead longer, healthier lives. Making improvements to your lifestyle at any age can help you reduce your risk of chronic disease and improve your overall health. Aging can take a toll on many parts of your body, including eyes, bones, muscles, heart and mind…

3% Weight Loss During Marathon Raises Chance Of Winning The Race

If you are in a marathon running race and lose at least 3% of your body weight during the competition, your chances of getting to the end faster are significantly higher, South African researchers reveal in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Their findings clash with experts and sporting authorities who say that any weight loss over 2% during a competition undermines athletic performance…