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Niki Gianni was 11 or 12 when she found a video on YouTube called "Meet Your Meat." Saddened and disgusted by the footage from a slaughterhouse, the Chicago girl announced she was no longer going to eat meat. Her parents were less than thrilled.

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Can you explain Vitamin Water to me?updated: Fri Apr 01 2011 10:01:00

I was wondering what the professional opinion on Vitamin Water is. How can it be zero calorie when it has over 5g of carbohydrate per serving? Also, should I be concerned about vitamin toxicity? I know most of them are water soluble, but could I accidentally be consuming a dangerous amount of things like vitamin C?

People.com: Vanessa Minnillo Re-Considers a Winter Weddingupdated: Fri Mar 18 2011 13:52:00

The TV personality also looks forward to starting a family with Nick Lachey

Study: Fatty acids can help ease PMS symptomsupdated: Mon Jan 17 2011 15:25:00

Taking dietary supplements containing essential fatty acids can help reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, according to the results of study by researchers at a Brazilian university.

Does wild game meat cause the same health problems as red meat?updated: Fri Oct 29 2010 11:01:00

Does wild game meat (deer, elk, antelope, etc.) cause the same health problems typically associated with red meat consumption or are its health benefits more akin to eating fish or chicken?

Study: Vitamin B12 may help ward off Alzheimer'supdated: Mon Oct 18 2010 19:33:00

People who consume lots of foods rich in vitamin B12 -- such as fish and fortified cereals -- may be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease than people who take in less of the vitamin, a small study conducted in Finland suggests.

Folic acid pills don't protect heartupdated: Mon Oct 11 2010 16:25:00

Folic acid supplements have long been thought to have potential heart benefits, but a large new study suggests that they don't lower the risk of heart attacks or strokes.

The superfoods you need nowupdated: Fri Sep 24 2010 08:32:00

When it comes to getting healthy -- and staying that way -- there's no better place to start than your plate. All of the foods here are great for you at any age, but eat the right ones at the right times, and you'll have a natural defense against any problems facing your body through the years.

Daily vitamin B could slow Alzheimer's onset, study findsupdated: Fri Sep 10 2010 10:01:00

Daily doses of vitamin B can halve the rate of brain shrinkage in elderly people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which can be a precursor to Alzheimer's, researchers at Oxford University said Thursday.

Clemens pleads not guilty to perjury charge in steroid caseupdated: Tue Aug 31 2010 11:57:00

Major league pitching legend Roger Clemens pleaded not guilty Monday to charges that he lied to Congress during a 2008 investigation into the use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.

Clemens: 'I've never taken steroids'updated: Tue Aug 31 2010 11:57:00

On February 13, 2008, baseball great Roger Clemens denied his former trainer's allegations of steroid use.

Are hallucinations an Alzheimer's symptom?updated: Thu Aug 26 2010 08:14:00

Is hearing things that aren't there a symptom of Alzheimer's? Is Alzheimer's treatable?

Supplements for depression: What works, what doesn'tupdated: Fri Jun 11 2010 10:46:00

The multibillion-dollar market for dietary supplements is filled with products that claim to boost mood or improve depression. Some products are even billed as an alternative to prescription antidepressants.

How can I replace nutrients if my kid won't eat meat?updated: Mon Jun 07 2010 08:30:00

My 2-year-old does not eat meat. We've tried different things to help, but he just chews and spits it out once the flavor is gone. What can I try to replace the nutrients he's losing?

Why do my A1C results from different sources vary?updated: Wed May 26 2010 08:24:00

What can I do when I am getting A1C test results that vary widely from multiple sources?

Studies clash on vitamin benefitsupdated: Mon Apr 19 2010 10:43:00

To take the multivitamin or to not take the multivitamin: That is the question researchers are still trying to answer.

Healthy food for your eyesupdated: Sat Apr 17 2010 09:05:00

We've all heard that carrots play a huge role in overall eye health but what else can you eat to improve the health of your eyes and reduce the risk of disease?

It's time to spring clean your dietupdated: Thu Apr 15 2010 08:18:00

Spring has arrived, and with longer days and warmer weather comes a new crop of fresh produce.

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