Getting kids to eat right and exercise now can mean better heart
health later as adults. Researchers found that 40 percent of children do
not have good cholesterol levels, almost none eat a healthy diet
regularly and 30 percent are overweight or obese. Having a healthy diet
as a child greatly reduces the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes,
arthritis and heart disease. Source Link
Texting
behind the wheel may just be the tip of the iceberg when it comes to
distracted driving for teens. A survey found that one in four teen
drivers had changed clothes and shoes while driving, put makeup on,
changed contact lenses, and even done their homework. About 40-percent
admitted to texting while driving. Source Link
Some
of your favorite adult beverages will soon come with a number on the
label other than the proof. The company that makes Smirnoff vodka,
Johnnie Walker scotch and Guinness beer plans to add nutritional
information. An ounce of vodka has 64 calories and scotch is 96
calories, and a 12-ounce Guinness can be up to 175 calories. Source Link
