Yes, Cat Yoga Is A Thing Now, And It's Pretty Purrfect
The Greater Birmingham Humane Shelter in Alabama hosts yoga sessions — for people — right alongside the shelter's cats.
Fitness & Nutrition
Hey, Looks Like Americans Are Finally Eating More Fish
Americans are often chastised for what we eat. Now we're getting a pat on the back. A new report finds seafood consumption is up by nearly a pound from the previous year, the biggest leap in 20 years.
Can Mental Illness Be Prevented In The Womb?
Researchers are exploring changes in prenatal nutrition to lower risks for future mental disorders. The work is preliminary, but there is ample precedent for maternal diet affecting children's health.
Trick Or Treat? Critics Blast Big Soda's Efforts To Fend Off Taxes
Several U.S. cities have sugary drink taxes on the ballot. As efforts to reduce soda consumption gain traction around the world, critics say the industry is using the tobacco playbook to fight back.
In Coal Country, Farmers Get Creative To Bridge The Fresh Produce Gap
At least a quarter of people in West Virginia struggle to afford groceries. In one county, two farmers are finding new ways to help their neighbors sell the food they grow and eat more healthfully.
Tax Soda To Fight Obesity, WHO Urges Nations Around The Globe
A World Health Organization report recommends fiscal policies, including taxes, that hike the retail price of sugary drinks to fend off obesity and diabetes — and the related health care costs.
A Pediatrician's View Of Paid Parental Leave
Paternity leave can make a big difference in a dad's long-term engagement with the child, doctors find. Paid family leave also fosters breastfeeding and reduces the incidence of maternal depression.
Across The Globe, Our Diets Are Making Us Sicker, Report Finds
The good news: fewer hungry people around the world. The bad news: Increased consumption of processed foods is pushing up global rates of overweight and obesity.
She's Determined To Be A Triathlete, Even If It Means Wearing A Hijab
Shirin Gerami wanted to represent her homeland, Iran, as a triathlete. But to do so, authorities said she'd have to cover up.
Snap, Crackle, Kale: The Science Of Why Veggies Spark In The Microwave
Online sources suggest cooking vegetables in the microwave for a quick and easy dinner. But microwaving veggies can get a little bit explosive. Who knew kale chips could offer a lesson in physics?