In Matters Of Health

In Matters Of Health

How snacking can help you slim down

A bedtime treat can help speed your metabolism, says one celebrity diet expert.

His five weight-loss secrets 

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• Least healthy chips, dips
• Chocolate milk's benefits
• Official food pyramid

Summer health threats you can prevent

Knowing tell-tale signs of heat rash can keep you safe while you enjoy the sun.

How serious is heat stroke? 

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• Healthy picnic planning
• 10 sleep myths busted
• Outdoor workout ideas

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Burgers linked to asthma in global study

Why does asthma hate America?

Children who eat a Mediterranean diet have a lower risk of developing asthma, but eating three or more burgers a week is linked to a higher risk, research suggests.

Researchers looked at 50,000 children from 20 countries.

Writing in the journal Thorax, they said eating fruit, vegetables and fish appeared to protect against asthma.

But they said eating burgers could be linked to other unhealthy habits, which may be the real trigger factor.