Health Spending

The American diet has not improved with access to more food and nutrition information. People put taste before nutrition and health when making food decisions.

Study finds diet drinks can be consumed as part of a healthy diet. Eating a healthy diet is more important to lowering disease risk, with or without diet drinks.

Constipation is common in older adults. The use of multiple medications may be a cause. Diet and lifestyle changes may not provide relief. A laxative may be needed.

Supermarkets stock so many food items today it can be difficult to make all the decisions necessary while walking through the store. Preparation is needed to make the best food choices for your needs.