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Outdoor Running: Good For the Body, Even Better For the Mind
A new study shows that the physical benefits might be the same, but the mental benefits between an outdoor and indoor run might be different.
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Nutrition Year in Review – 2011
Many foods and snacks high in calories, fat, sodium, and sugar tempt us. Here are some of the tips, tools, and tricks we highlighted this year to help you make wiser choices.
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Do We Want Kids Starting the Day with a Bowl of Sugar?
You'd think that cereal would be a good breakfast choice for kids. Well, not necessarily, especially if you’re not paying close attention to the label on the cereal box.
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Your Favorite Blog Posts of 2011
Wonder what other SparkPeople members were reading this year? Which stories "sparked" them to reach their goals? We have the list of top stories of the year.
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Is the Freshman 15 Just a Myth?
You’ve probably heard of the “Freshman 15”, the weight many college students gain when making the transition to life on their own. But is that real or just a myth?
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What Got You Started on the Road to Healthier Living--and What Keeps You There?
Would being told to write your own obituary by a doctor inspire you to lose weight--or discourage you from ever trying? Coach Toughlove shares his story and more.
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Share Your Thoughts: Pizza as 'Vegetable' in School Lunches
U.S.D.A plans to overhaul school lunches were blocked last week, so now pizza can be considered a vegetable. What do you think about that decision? Share your thoughts!
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Want Kids to Eat More Fruit? Just Move the Bowl.
A new study showed that just moving the fruit bowl to a different spot in the cafeteria increased consumption by over 100%.
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Researchers Name Best and Worst Weight-Loss Apps
Weight loss: There's an app for that! But which app is best? A new study has the answer!
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What's Cooking with 'The SparkPeople Cookbook'
What an exciting couple of weeks we're having at SparkPeople. The press is catching on to the soon-to-be best-seller that is "The SparkPeople Cookbook"!
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Could New Dinnerware Be Your Key to Success?
Portion control to be an important part of weight loss success. Check out some new fashionable portion control plates that you might want on your dinner table.
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Just 15 Minutes of Daily Exercise Boosts Lifespan
When it comes to exercise, some is better than none. But exactly how much do you really need to reap the health benefits? The answer might be less than you'd expect.
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Does Chewing Gum Curb Your Appetite?
A new study says chewing gum could actually help reduce snacking. Do you agree?
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Mommyrexia: Growing Trend or Trendy Term?
Some pregnant women have a hard time with the weight gain, which has lead to a new trend called "mommyrexia." Is this really a widespread problem, or just media hype?
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New Program Broadens Access to Healthy Foods
An estimated 23.5 million Americans (including 6.5 million children) live in areas where it is difficult to find healthy, affordable foods. What is being done to help?
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