Raising a healthier generation of children through diet and education — that's the focus of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) as the agency redoubles its efforts during National Nutrition Month, with an increased emphasis on the diets of American youth.

March is National Nutrition Month, an opportunity to raise awareness on a very serious health issue a growing number of Americans face every day — the struggle with obesity. 

Valentine’s Day and a box of chocolates just seem to be made for each other. If you’re looking for a healthier way to treat your sweetheart, however, there are plenty of options.

Valentine’s Day — a day of chocolates, romantic dinners and loving hearts. Why can't it also be a day to focus on heart health?

Super Bowl parties are notorious for “party food” — chili, wings, chips and the like — which can often be unhealthy. But "Super Bowl party" and "unhealthy" don't have to mean one and the same.

Pregnant women can decrease the chances of birth defects by following four healthy strategies.

The start of the year is the perfect time to renew your gym membership and commit to making exercise a habit.

Children may dream of sugarplums and candies at holiday time, but, for many adults, a holiday party is a struggle between the table loaded with goodies and their own desire to eat healthily. Hosting a healthy holiday party can eliminate that struggle.

The holidays are a time of celebration, family and a lot of sweet, salty and fatty foods. And although they have dietary restrictions, diabetes patients can still safely enjoy holiday food — with a few simple substitutions and some smaller portions.

The holidays don't have to be unhealthy. These guilt-free gift ideas can bring both health and cheer to your home for the holidays.