How Adults Can Prevent Disease Archives

The DASH Diet: Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet encourages a diet high in fruits and vegetables, moderate in low-fat dairy products, and low in fats. How can the DASH diet help you decrease high blood pressure?

What to do About the Flu?

The flu is a very contagious respiratory virus that can cause mild to severe illness. Learn more about what to do if you have the flu.

What is the Keto Diet?

The keto diet is one of the fastest growing diet trends. But is this carb-reducing diet healthy? Or is moderation the key to long-term success?

Weight and Cancer: What You Need to Know

Research shows that the being overweight or obese can increase the risk of developing certain types of cancer, and exercise and eating certain foods and beverages (and avoiding others) decrease the risk. Here’s what you need to know to prevent cancer and prevent recurrence.

Should I Get the Flu Shot?

It’s that time of year again — time to get your flu shot! Everyone aged 6 months or over and without any restrictive health conditions is encouraged to get the flu shot, not the nasal spray, every year.