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Diet and Aging
The right diet may help you put the brakes on the aging process.

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Antioxidants
To reap the benefits of antioxidants, it helps to know what foods pack the most of them.

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Trans Fats
You've probably heard trans fats are bad for you. But do you know what they are?

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Kids and Nutrition
Find out how to get your kids to care about nutrition, even when they are at school.

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Diet and Cholesterol
When it comes to managing cholesterol in your diet, it's important to know what foods can raise and what foods can lower your levels of the bad cholesterol.

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Diet and Cancer
More and more you hear people talking about the link between cancer and diet. But how do you know which foods are best? Find out how to protect yourself from cancer.

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Smart School Lunches
Packing a healthy and delicious school lunch for the student in your life made easy.

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Diet & Energy
If you feel like you're living life in the fast lane, you better make sure you are getting the right fuel.

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Are You Overweight?
Deciding to embark on a plan to lose weight will depend on whether you feel you need to lose a few pounds. But being overweight is more than just tipping the scale. Are you overweight?

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Nutritional Supplement Safety
Dietary supplements are a booming trend. Hundreds of products are currently on the market, but are not regulated by the the FDA. While most supplements are harmless, some can be dangerous if misused. Our panel of experts discusses what you should know about the risks involved in taking these supposed health boosters.

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Low Carb Diets: Are They Safe?
So-called low carb diets are becoming more and more popular in the quest to fight the battle of the bulge. But how effective are these diets, and more importantly, how safe?

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Can Sleep Affect Your Weight?
Too tired to exercise? Craving carbs? You may want to sleep on it. Listen to what experts have to say about the link between sleep problems and your weight.

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What is Body Mass Index?
BMI is an often-discussed topic today. Learn the basics about this tool doctors use to measure obesity.

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Pesticide Safety
Just about everyone knows they should wash their fruits and vegetables before eating them. But do you know why? Removing pesticides is one of the major concerns. How worried should you be about pesticides? Join our panel of experts to find out, and to learn what you can do to make your food as pesticide-free as possible.

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The Skinny on Fat
Are low-fat diets of little help, as recent headlines say? The news is not so simple. Learn how some fats are still bad for you.

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Helping Overweight Children
Kids across the country eat too much and exercise too little. Doctors say that's a formula for weight problems, obesity and future health problems.

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Obesity and Your Health
Think watching your weight is just a cosmetic concern? Think again. Gaining too much weight can lead to serious health risks, and an estimated 300,000 Americans die every year from obesity-related problems. Tune in for an expert look at the causes and consequences of obesity.

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Creatine: Safety and Side Effects
There is no question about it: dietary supplements are a booming trend. But the FDA does not regulate these products and while most supplements are harmless, some can be dangerous if misused. Our panel of experts will discuss what you should know about creatine.

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Test Your Nutrition Intuition
There are people who know the nutritional value of foods and follow dietary recommendations to a tee. Others are clueless. Which camp are you in?

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Gut-friendly Nutrition
Cancers of the GI system are among the most preventable. Learn how simple changes in diet can help keep your digestive system healthy and possibly prevent colon cancer.

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Healthy Skills for Your Grill
Grilled foods are a popular staple for just about every chef, from backyard barbecuers to gourmet cooks, and grilling can be a great way to prepare low-fat meals. But some studies have shown that chemicals created through the grilling process can be carcinogenic. Is there really a cause to worry? And if so, what can you do to cut down the health risks of this otherwise healthy cooking technique? Join our panel of experts to find out.

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Working with a Dietitian
Eating a healthy diet is hard work. That's why people get help from registered dietitians who are part diet detective and part counselor. Learn how they can help you eat right.

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Cooking for People with IBD
The kitchen is where problems sometimes start and where solutions are often found for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). For the latest on food, nutrition and IBD, join host Bettina Gregory and two guests who share nutrition tips and special recipes for people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

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Safe Picnicking
So you're going on a picnic. You've got a comfortable blanket, just the right spot for a relaxing outdoor meal and your favorite foods packed in an old-fashioned basket. Sounds nice... but if your food isn't insulated properly, there's a good chance that it's turned into a bacteria breeding ground. How do you keep your picnic from becoming a health hazard? Join our panel of experts to find out.

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Diet Tips to Energize You
Do you find that you feel tired every afternoon, no matter how much sleep you've been getting? There's a good chance that your low energy could have to do with what you're eating, as well as how and when you're eating it. Today we'll discuss simple changes you can make in your diet to help you stay active and alert throughout the day.

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Diet and Hair
Hair loss can be caused by genetic factors, certain illnesses or medications like chemotherapy. But you may be surprised to know that your diet can also play a big role in how much hair you lose. Join our experts as they explain why a healthy diet is an important factor for maintaining healthy hair.

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Popular Diets: The Truth
Low-fat vs. low-carb. The battle lines are drawn. But which is the best diet for losing weight? Learn how to tell one diet from another and how to cut through the hype.

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Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes doesn't strike out of the blue. Instead, a person's body undergoes a series of changes. Listen as experts explain the clues that often foreshadow the onset of diabetes.

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Controlling Cholesterol Counts
Cholesterol is one of the most established risk factors for heart disease, yet people are still confused. Learn what cholesterol is and what we can do to control it.

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Choosing a Weight Loss Surgery
Weight loss surgery can provide health benefits to those who qualify. How do you know which surgery is right for you? It's important to know the advantages and disadvantages associated with the different types of surgeries.

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Fat Facts: Types of Fat
In our weight-conscious culture, fat is usually viewed as the enemy. But fat is an essential part of every healthy diet. The key is keeping it under control -- and distinguishing good fat from bad fat. Join our panel of nutrition experts as they discuss how fat can -- and should -- be a part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Fat Facts
In our weight-conscious culture, fat is usually viewed as the enemy. But fat is an essential part of every healthy diet. The key is keeping it under control -- and distinguishing good fat from bad fat. Join our panel of nutrition experts as they discuss how fat can -- and should -- be a part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Probiotics
Yogurt, probiotics and nutritional therapy can be a comfort to people living with inflammatory bowel disease. Listen to experts discuss this approach to treating people with Crohn's and colitis.

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Healthy Summer Eating
Summertime and the eating is easy... With barbecues and baseball games, the summer months bring their characteristic foods: hotdogs, ice cream, fresh fruit and more. What should you know to keep your diet healthy? Join our panel of experts to find out.

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Questions About Eating and Exercise
Learn answers to some questions about eating and exercise.

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Many Spices May Also Double as Home Remedies
Finding home remedies may be no further than your kitchen cabinet. Several spices offer benefits above and beyond flavorful cooking, such as taming bad breath and helping stomach trouble.

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Adding Frozen Veggies to Meals is Easy and Healthy
Adding healthy sides to your meals can be even easier-- included in this segment are two important factors to getting the most out of your frozen fruits and vegetables.

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Studies Show Cranberries May Have Many Health Benefits
While cranberry juice has long held credit for aiding urinary track infections, researchers are discovering additional health benefits.

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Easy Thai Chicken Salad Recipe
An easy, tasty chicken salad recipe made with rice noodles.

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A Healthier Texas Chilli
Served with pinto beans and brown rice, this Texas Chilli is seasoned with onions, cayenne pepper, and green chilies.

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Tips for Creating a Tastier Potato Salad
Adding onions, parsley, celery, and yogurt to a potato salad can increase the taste without sacrificing the nutrional value.

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Brown Rice Cuts the Fat in Hamburger Recipes
Adding brown rice to a hamburger recipe cuts the sodium and the fat in half. At 254 calories and 9 grams of fat, this recipe brings variety to the table when burgers are on the menu.

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Yogurt-Based Salad Dressing
Using yogurt as the base for salad dressing reduces the fat and calories. The classic Caesar salad has 34 grams of fat; this version only has 1 gram of fat.

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My Weight-Loss Surgery
Making the decision to have weight-loss surgery is not easy. Listen as an individual tells why she decided to have weight-loss surgery and the ways this decision impacted her life.

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The Role of Weight Loss Surgery
For obese people who meet specific qualifications, surgery can provide a solution to weight loss troubles. Learn what role these procedures can play in improving your health.

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