For the most part, Americans get much more sodium than they need. High intake of sodium can lead to dehydration and is linked to high blood pressure and heart disease. In your teen years you may not think about these types of issues yet, but if you can form healthy habits now you may not have to worry as much about them later...

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You might think you’re all muscle but about two-thirds of your body is made up of water. Water helps keep your body’s temperature stable, it carries nutrients and oxygen to cells, cushions joints, protects organs and tissues and removes wastes.  You lose water from your body through sweating, breathing, urine and feces. Being properly hydrated helps your body function at its best.  Dehydration...

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The American Academy of Pediatrics estimates that 20 to 30 percent of teens routinely skip breakfast. Missing this important meal means missing out on improvements in cognitive performance, memory and learning. Teens who don't eat breakfast also have a harder time meeting their nutritional requirements and maintaining a healthy weight. Energy Complex carbohydrates at breakfast are an important source of sustained energy. In...

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What You Eat Affects How You SleepIf you could pick the right foods to help you get the best sleep possible, wouldn't you? And if you knew which foods would hinder your restful slumber, wouldn't you avoid them? Now's your chance to learn which foods to eat, and which to steer clear of for a good night's sleep. Reach for Tryptophan-Rich FoodsWe've all heard...

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What do lecture halls, computer desks, cafeterias, and libraries have in common? That's where college students spend so much of their time in sedentary pursuits. Although hours of studying burn mental energy, both your body and mind need physical exercise to function at their peak. But with high school gym class a thing of the past and no parents around to remind you...

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After overindulging during the holidays, many of us have resolved to eat a healthier diet in the new year. But doing so means choosing the right foods, and too often misleading food labels prompt us to purchase items that we think are good for us but really aren't. Here are 10 common labeling tricks to be aware of as you beef up your...

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Emotional eating is something that everyone will experience at some point, as this article explains it does not always mean eating when your sad. It can be when your bored, happy, stressed, anything really. As teens you face a wide range of emotions regularly and are just setting up your habits for dealing with these feelings and doing things like studying. Read this...

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