Baked egg may be safe for some egg-allergic children “While these studies show many positive findings for children with egg allergy, parents must practice caution,” said Richard Weber, MD, American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology president-elect. “Introducing an allergen back into a child’s diet can have severe consequences, and only should be done under the care of a board-certified allergist.” Read more
Pacifiers need regular cleaning, study shows An infant’s pacifier may be contaminated with harmful germs, from staph bacteria to molds, according to a small study presented at the 2012 American Society for Clinical Pathology Annual Meeting. Read more
Kids consume more calories when eating restaurant food When kids eat restaurant food—whether at fast-food places or full-service restaurants—they consume more calories than when eating meals made at home, a study suggests. They also drink more soda and less milk and have a higher intake of sugar, sodium and fat. Read more
FDA investigating energy drinks The FDA advised people to talk with their doctors before using energy drinks to ensure that they don't have an undiagnosed health problem that could worsen after using the product. Read more
Eating fish linked to lower stroke risk The study reinforces “a potentially modest beneficial role of fish intake” in the prevention of stroke and transient ischemic attack, the researchers concluded. Read more
Choosing a healthful cooking oil The healthiest cooking oils are generally those made from plants such as corn, canola, olive, safflower, soybean and sunflower. Read more
How to stop mindless eating Almost all of us unknowingly overeat—and usually not out of hunger or even because what we’re eating tastes particularly good. Read more