Question of the Week:
A patron visited the library, seeking information on the pros and cons of bottled water. The librarian steered her toward NYU Professor Marion Nestle's book, What to Eat, which features a discussion of just this issue. The patron perused the chapter and took notes.
20.8 million people in the United States have diabetes (approximately 7% of the population). (American Diabetes Association)
Dietary fiber slows sugar absorption, which can improve insulin levels.
To decrease the risk of hospital infections, remember to ask visitors as well as hospital staff to clean their hands.
Calcium, exercise, and quitting smoking can all help improve bone density and prevent osteoporosis.