In Matters Of Health

In Matters Of Health

'Bad' carbs boost heart disease risk

You might not need to cut back on all carbohydrates, though, a study finds.  

5 rules for breads, rice, and pasta 

Also: 

• Glycemic index
• Teen-drinking cancer risk
• Rural kids' obesity soars

How safe are medical spas?

The FDA warns several spas to stop administering a nonsurgical version of liposuction.  

Procedures to be wary of 

Also: 

• Organic skin products
• Facts about liposuction
• Skin care buzzwords

The six best seafood options

These choices are all full of omega-3s, sustainable, and low on contaminants like mercury.

Also, what to avoid 

Also: 

• Mercury levels in fish
• Reduce Alzheimer's risk
• Small ways to be healthier

Unhealthiest pasta dishes in America

The worst restaurant offender has more than 2,800 calories and is loaded with fat and salt.  

What to eat instead 

Also: 

• Healthy pasta recipes
• Bad chicken entrées
• Worst mall foods