AHA: Cold-Weather Drinks Are Here, But Watch Out for the Calories

FRIDAY, Nov. 16, 2018 (American Heart Association) -- Comfort-inducing seasonal drinks abound during the fall and winter. From the sweet, spicy goodness of pumpkin spice latte -- PSL to its fans on Instagram -- to peppermint-flavored, well, everything.

But the calories are everywhere, too.

Are Natural Sugar Alternatives Healthier than Real Sugar?

VIRTUA -- If you're looking to natural sugar alternatives to reduce the amount of refined sugar or artificial sweetener you use, here's what you need to know about the health benefits.

Low-Carb Diets May Work By Boosting Calorie Burn

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 14, 2018 -- Strictly limiting carbohydrates and eating more fat may help the body burn more calories, a new clinical trial shows.

Researchers found that among 164 adults in a weight-loss study, those placed on a low-carb, high-fat diet burned more daily calories, versus those given high-carb meals. On average, their bodies used up 250 extra calories per day over 20 weeks.

The Skinny on Fats

THURSDAY, Oct. 11, 2018 -- Even when you're trying to lose weight, you need some fat in your diet for good health. While fat in general has gotten a bad rap, some types of fat -- particularly plant-based fats -- are good for you in moderation.

Good-for-you fats:

A Single Energy Drink Might Harm Blood Vessels: Study

MONDAY, Nov. 5, 2018 -- Caffeine-laden energy drinks are popular, but they might make your blood vessels less efficient, a small study suggests.

These drinks -- sold as Monster and Red Bull, to name two -- have been linked to heart, nerve and stomach problems, researchers say.

3 Tips for a Healthy, Happy Holiday

VIRTUA -- If you’ve given into a holiday food binge in the past, this year can be different. Try some healthy tactics to combat the traditional calorie overload.