Q: I've heard a lot about the new food pyramid. How is the new pyramid different from the old?
A: You’re right--the USDA has just released the “MyPyramid Food Guidance System,” a website that offers new and exciting ways to make healthy lifestyle changes. More >>

Q: My doctor says that whole grains are good for my heart. What foods have them?
A: From popcorn and oatmeal to graham crackers and corn tortillas, whole grains naturally come in many different "packages" that make it easy for you to eat healthy every day. Whole wheat and oats can actually help lower blood cholesterol; research has now confirmed that barley can, too. More >>

Q: Does eating while watching TV contribute to childhood obesity?
A: Most experts agree that eating while watching TV encourages mindless eating. Children (and adults) who are focused on other things tend to ignore signals telling them they are full. Some children get so full on an after-school snack during TV time that they can't eat dinner. More >>

Q: I always thought E. coli infections came from undercooked beef, but now I hear raw spinach and green onions can cause it. What’s going on?
A: E. coli is short for Escherichia coli, bacteria that live in the colon and stools of many mammals, including humans. These bacteria aid the digestion process. There are many strains, and the one that causes severe diarrhea in humans – E. coli O157:H7 – lives in the digestive tracts of cattle, deer, goats and sheep, but is most common in cattle. More >>