Feeding and Diet

Bananas cultivation Bananas is the most popular fruit all over the world it occupies the major world trade. Bananas is tropical plant that need warm subtropical climate for cultivation ,it doesn’t need much effort for cultivation, the most recommende...

Bananas cultivation Bananas is the most popular fr...

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” Do you really know what are the benefits of apple ? The apple is the the most widely cultivated tree fruits in the world , At least 58 million tonnes of apples were grown worldwide every year , with a value of a...

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” Do you real...

Two-thirds of adults in the United States are overweight or obese and that needs to change. Being overweight or obese increases your risk for heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. However just a few pounds of weight loss will improve those risks....

Two-thirds of adults in the United States are over...

I'm a 16-year-old guy. I heard that eating less carbs will help you lose weight. I play basketball and baseball so I stay active, but I'd still like to lose weight. - Ben* The first thing to ask yourself is: "Do I have too much fat?" A lot of teen at...

I'm a 16-year-old guy. I heard that eating less ca...

I'm a high-school athlete. With our intense practice schedule, I'm always tired and worn out on game days. Is there something I can eat pregame that will keep me energized without slowing me down? - Nihal* Your overall diet may be slowing you down on...

I'm a high-school athlete. With our intense practi...

I can't stand the taste of water, so I don't drink enough of it. Is there an alternative I can have or anything that I can add to water to make it lose the taste of water without turning it into juice? - Erica* Getting enough fluids is the key to avo...

I can't stand the taste of water, so I don't drink...

I went on a diet and lost over 20 pounds, but I've gained a lot of it back because I can't stop eating everything I crave! What can I do to stop cravings? - Alyssa* Congrats on losing those 20 pounds in the first place! That took a lot of hard work a...

I went on a diet and lost over 20 pounds, but I've...

I think I have a problem with overeating. What can I do? - Maya* The first thing to do is to figure out if your overeating is something that happens occasionally or all of the time. We all eat too much every now and then, like on holidays. But if you...

I think I have a problem with overeating. What can...

I've been chewing and spitting out food as a way to manage weight. At first, I would do it every once in a while, when there was a special dessert or something, to get the taste without the calories. Now, I've started spitting more often. I eat regul...

I've been chewing and spitting out food as a way t...

I have some excess body fat in my stomach area. I play water polo 5 days a week, work out 2 days a week, and have ballet twice a week. How can I get rid of some of that body fat? - Tori* Wow, it sounds like you have a very healthy exercise routine th...

I have some excess body fat in my stomach area. I ...

Some people at school are worried because we think our friend has anorexia. Is there anything we can do for her? - Dionne* It’s a great idea to eat healthy and stay in shape, but when it goes to an unhealthy or extreme level, a person might be develo...

Some people at school are worried because we think...

Is it safe for a 15-year-old guy to lift weights? - Shawn* With the proper precautions, it's generally safe for teens to strength train. Start out slowly to give your body time to get used to lifting, and make sure there's someone there to supervise ...

Is it safe for a 15-year-old guy to lift weights? ...

I've been a vegetarian for 4 years and I don't think I'm getting enough protein. What would be good protein sources for me? - Katie* Getting enough protein isn't tough with a well-planned vegetarian diet, especially if you include eggs and dairy. It'...

I've been a vegetarian for 4 years and I don't thi...

I've heard a lot of things like chewing your food 15 times will help you lose weight or having a glass of water before each meal will help you eat less. How do I know what is true and what isn't? - Breara* If you're looking for specific advice on nut...

I've heard a lot of things like chewing your food ...

"What's the right weight for my height?" is one of the most common questions girls and guys have. It seems like a simple question. But, for teens, it's not always an easy one to answer. Why not? People have different body types, so there's no single ...

"What's the right weight for my height?" is one of...

Almost everyone has dropped food on the floor and still wanted to eat it. Some people apply the "5-second rule" — that random saying about how food won't become contaminated with bacteria if you pick it up off the floor in 5 seconds or less. The 5-se...

Almost everyone has dropped food on the floor and ...

I want to eat healthy but my family's always in a rush, so we stop at fast-food places a lot. What are some healthier choices from places like McDonald's? - Caitlin* Fast-food places can be confusing health-wise. You'd think chicken would be a better...

I want to eat healthy but my family's always in a ...

We've all seen news reports about people who are starving in countries plagued by war or drought. Unfortunately, many people in the world go hungry because they can't get enough to eat most of the time. According to the UN World Food Programme, over ...

We've all seen news reports about people who are s...

When we were kids our parents told us how to act, what to eat, even when to do our homework. But as we start taking charge of our own lives, many of us decide to make changes — stuff like eating right, being more environmentally conscious, or doing b...

When we were kids our parents told us how to act, ...

When we think summer, most of us think outdoor fun. So it seems like we should naturally lose weight over the summer — not gain it. In reality, though, summer isn't all beach volleyball and water sports. Lots of summer activities can work against our...

When we think summer, most of us think outdoor fun...

The keys to reaching or staying at a healthy weight are regular exercise and good eating habits. Some people think exercise and good eating require lots of effort or planning. But that's not true. In fact, the best way to work them into our lives is ...

The keys to reaching or staying at a healthy weigh...