Stop using non-sugar sweeteners for weight loss, WHO says

(NEXSTAR) – While it may be tempting to view artificial sweeteners as a guilt-free way to sweeten one’s coffee or tea, the World Health Organization urged people on Monday not to use the sugar substitutes to control weight or avoid certain diseases. “Replacing free sugars with non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) does not help with weight control … Read more

Does Martha Stewart’s swimsuit cover set unrealistic beauty standards?

Sports Illustrated’s decision to put 81-year-old Martha Stewart on the cover of its annual swimsuit issue should be an occasion for celebration, right? The longtime purveyor of unrealistic beauty standards, centered on young, lithe women, has given the spotlight to its oldest ever swimsuit model, ostensibly showing that a mature woman like Stewart doesn’t need … Read more

Appeals court puts brakes on order that could end US health law’s preventative care mandate

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal appeals court in New Orleans temporarily put on hold Monday a federal judge’s ruling striking down a part of the Affordable Care Act that requires most insurers to cover preventative care including vaccines and screenings for cancer, diabetes and HIV. Without comment, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals … Read more

Al Horford’s defensive fortitude will be key for a Celtics’ playoff run

Celtics “I was just out there trying to fight for my life and trying to make an impact.” Al Horford’s defensive contributions helped key Boston’s series victory over Philadelphia. Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images The shots weren’t falling for Al Horford. Not up to the high standards he set for himself, at least. Despite sinking … Read more

“Unconscionable and devastating”: Democrat’s staff attacked with baseball bat at district office

Two staff members were attacked on Monday by a perpetrator brandishing a baseball bat at the office of Rep. Gerry Connolly, D-Va. Officers responded to the scene in Fairfax, Va., on Monday morning, police told Fox 5 DC. Connolly told CNN that the assailant attacked two of his staffers with a metal bat. The congressman said … Read more