Health Care, Medical, Fitness, Nutrition

Could Fried Food Be Healthy?

A new study finds that the type of oil used makes a big difference

Participants in this study ate only about five ounces of fried food daily

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Participants in this study ate only about 5 ounces of fried food daily. This bowl probably contains more than that.

A new study finds that the type of oil used makes a big difference

Fat That Burns Calories! It's a Miracle!

Can fat make you thin? Not all body fats are created equal. Brown fat actually burns calories. Here's how to get it.

The right fat -- brown -- burns calories. There's one known way to get it.

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Some body fat just makes you fat, while another type actually burns calories.

Brown fat burns calories. White fat just makes you fat. There's one way to convert white to brown. Here's how.

How Long Do Hot Flashes Last?

Is the wave of heat over in a few seconds or an hour? And will you still be sweating when you're 60?

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Many women say hot flashes in the office are the most troublesome.

Is the wave of heat over in a few seconds or an hour? And will you still be sweating when you're 60?

6 Ways to Kill Germs & Bacteria in Your Kitchen

Controlling germs and bacteria in your kitchen can prevent food borne illnesses

Concern about food safety should not end once we bring food into our homes. Germs and bacteria can grow on kitchen surfaces, in appliances and on food if they are not properly handled and cleaned. The risk of food borne illness from germs and bacteria in our kitchens is even higher for those who are frail or have compromised immune systems, so extra precautions are needed for the elderly, small children, pregnant women and those who are sick.