/tags/calories calories en-US Copyright Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-02-24/heres-why-some-exercise-outdoors-in-winter-can-be-a-good-thing It's tempting to stay indoors in winter, but a North Texas doctor explains how and why some time outside can be beneficial. Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-02-24/heres-why-some-exercise-outdoors-in-winter-can-be-a-good-thing Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2020-04-06/making-healthy-grocery-store-choices-for-sheltering-in-place The current shelter-in-place order meant stocking up on food, but the initial run on area grocery stores has since made that task difficult. Some… Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:40:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2020-04-06/making-healthy-grocery-store-choices-for-sheltering-in-place Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2018-08-06/why-cauliflowers-getting-as-much-attention-in-grocery-stores-as-its-more-colorful-cousins Food companies have been using the snowy-colored vegetable — and others — to cash in on the low-carb, gluten-free trend. A local dietitian explains what’s… Mon, 06 Aug 2018 13:20:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2018-08-06/why-cauliflowers-getting-as-much-attention-in-grocery-stores-as-its-more-colorful-cousins Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2016-04-18/fitness-trackers-trendy-and-useful-but-are-they-accurate Millions of people use various types of fitness trackers (wrist bands, clip-ons and smart watches) to help keep in shape. However, some online product… Mon, 18 Apr 2016 13:22:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2016-04-18/fitness-trackers-trendy-and-useful-but-are-they-accurate Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2015-12-14/heres-some-advice-for-avoiding-holiday-weight-gain ËÄ»¢Ó°Ôº looks at real-life health issues in our series, Vital Signs. In this edition: all that rich or sweet food we tend eat more of at holiday time.It can… Mon, 14 Dec 2015 12:44:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2015-12-14/heres-some-advice-for-avoiding-holiday-weight-gain Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2015-03-16/the-pros-and-cons-of-coconut-oil Google "coconut oil" and you’ll see this popular product touted for a range of uses: from cooking to its use as a health food to treat a variety of… Mon, 16 Mar 2015 11:45:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2015-03-16/the-pros-and-cons-of-coconut-oil Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2015-02-23/three-ways-cold-weather-is-good-for-you Your toes may be numb and your lips chapped, but the cold isn’t all bad for your health. Here are three things to appreciate about cold weather.1. Cold… Mon, 23 Feb 2015 06:00:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2015-02-23/three-ways-cold-weather-is-good-for-you Lauren Silverman /health-science-tech/2014-12-01/the-health-benefits-of-beer In this edition of Vital Signs – beer. It has health benefits, provided you don’t drink too much of it. Navin Hariprasad, a dietitian with Parkland… Mon, 01 Dec 2014 12:39:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2014-12-01/the-health-benefits-of-beer Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2014-11-10/portion-distortion-youre-eating-more-than-you-think One factor contributing to obesity and diseases like diabetes is portion distortion. The belief that the larger portions on today’s menus and shelves are… Mon, 10 Nov 2014 12:29:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2014-11-10/portion-distortion-youre-eating-more-than-you-think Sam Baker /health-science-tech/2014-05-05/vital-signs-smoking-alcohol-having-a-drink-is-not-enough-for-some Some may be bored consuming it the old fashioned way. For others, it’s a calorie-conscious move. But whatever the reason, there’s been a reported rise… Mon, 05 May 2014 05:00:00 GMT /health-science-tech/2014-05-05/vital-signs-smoking-alcohol-having-a-drink-is-not-enough-for-some Sam Baker