What Parents Should Know About Kids and Supplements  Healthnotes Newswire (March 11, 2010)—Children who eat healthy diets rich in whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables should not need to take a daily multivitamin—but how many truly fit that description? Even in households focused on whole foods and nutritious cooking practices, kids can be finicky eaters. Or they may live in homes where a standard Western diet too often includes processed junk food.

Oats Beat Back Cholesterol  Healthnotes Newswire (March 11, 2010)—Moving from less healthy eating habits to a healthier diet can lower total and LDL (low-density lipoprotein or “bad”) cholesterol levels, which translates into lower heart disease risk for most people. Many people with high cholesterol struggle to completely overhaul their diets to measurably lower LDL cholesterol levels but an exciting new study suggests that one simple change may be all it takes.

Seniors: Pump Up for Strong Bones and Heart  Healthnotes Newswire (March 11, 2010)—It’s been well documented that regular exercise is an important ingredient in seniors’ quality of life, but how much is optimal for women who want to maintain strong bones and a healthy heart? A new study finds that low-frequency, low-intensity exercise can help improve heart health, but a regular program of progressively intense exercise does more for the bones.