September 17, 2012

The Golden Arches is now telling you what it’ll cost your waistline to enjoy that Big Mac and those famous fries. McDonald’s has become the first national fast food chain to list calorie counts for all items on its menu boards. The move is ahead of a federal regulation that could require major chains to post calorie information as early as next year. Source Link

It’s the prescription for better bone health for women -- take two hours of physical activity per week. A new study found that just a few hours of exercise over a week’s time can reduce the hormone that inhibits bone growth and boost the one that strengthens bones. The effect was seen in pre-menopausal women who engaged in light physical activity. Source Link

If you’re not ready to put that $500 iPad in the hands of your pre-schooler, there’s a new less-expensive alternative just for kids. Toys R’ Us is selling the $150 Tabeo tablet computer that runs on the Android system. The Wi-Fi tablet comes preloaded with kid-friendly apps and Internet safety controls for parents to limit web browsing. Source Link