Rise in ADHD Cases Raises Questions

Allison Burke's daughter was struggling. The American teenager had uncontrolled emotions, a decreased ability to pay attention,

22 Feb 2025,·7 mins mins

Mini Horses in Greece Bring Joy to Sick, Disabled

A nonprofit group in Greece uses small horses to provide pet therapy to sick and disabled people. But the organization is now considering its future after facing financial difficulties. The Associated Press AP recently met members of the group called Gentle Carousel Greece.

24 Dec 2024,·6 mins mins

Saying ‘No’ at Work Can Be Good for Your Health

From VOA Learning English, this is the Health and Lifestyle Report. People might find it hard to set work limits, or say no, before taking on too many responsibilities. But, experts say, it is important for workers to learn to set such limits, or boundaries.

23 Dec 2024,·7 mins mins

Good Wintertime Meals Are Warm, Healthy and Tasty

Winter is settling in across much of the United States, with dropping temperatures, snowfall, and icy roads. But the cold season does not mean weeks of lifeless, colorless meals.

12 Dec 2024,·5 mins mins

Red Coloring Linked to Cancer Risk Banned in US Foods

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, has banned a chemical widely used to color some food products red. The ban of the coloring chemical, called dye, came nearly 35 years after it was removed

29 Nov 2024,·4 mins mins

New US Food Guidelines: Eat Less Meat, More Beans

From VOA Learning English, this is the Health and Lifestyle Report. For a healthy diet, people should eat more beans, peas, and lentils. They should eat less red meat and processed meats, as well as starchy vegetables, like potatoes.

09 Oct 2024,·7 mins mins

What Is the healthiest way to prepare vegetables?

Carleen Thomas is a dietitian, a person who gives advice about healthy foods to eat. When it comes to eating healthy vegetables, Thomas says there are two kinds of people who ask her for advice. The first kind wants to know how different cooking methods affect the nutrition in vegetables.

06 Oct 2024,·5 mins mins