Dietitians debunk 7 common myths about food, diet and nutrition

Mark A. Mahoney Now that February is already more than half over, are you still sticking to a healthy eating plan? National Nutrition Month is coming up in March, so it’s a good time to review some basic information about seven common nutrition myths that need some clarification. The statements to dispel these myths come … Read more

Whole grains may help with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, new study suggests

Older black adults who ate more whole grains appeared to have less memory loss as they got older, according to a study released Wednesday. Researchers at RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago found a link among older black residents who consumed more grains daily — such as a single-serving slice of dark bread — with … Read more