May 20, 2016

That activity tracker on your wrist may not be the best gauge of what you can put on your plate. Some users have complained that calorie recommendations from a Fitbit or other devices have them putting on pounds. The best advice is to use a fitness band as an exercise tracker and set calorie consumption separately based on your goals for a healthy weight. Source Link
 
Avoiding extra sugar in your diet isn’t as simple as skipping the sweets aisle in the grocery store. Experts say you need to watch for snacks such as chips and pretzels rich in carbohydrates that can become sugar as they break down. Look out for added sugars in food and choose natural sources of sweetness like you’ll find in whole fruits. Source Link
 
There’s no generation gap when it comes to why people join Facebook. A survey of those aged 60 to 86 found their main reasons for joining Facebook were to stay connected to relatives and keep in touch with old friends. Researchers say developing social connections is also the main reason why kids and younger adults are on Facebook. Source Link