Let's Move It: As if you needed more reasons to get up off the couch and break a sweat, a new study reports that lack of exercise causes as many premature deaths around the world as smoking each year. May we suggest outdoor workouts? (Time)
G-Free Athletes: Is gluten-free the way to be? It seems many Olympic competitors think so, after experiencing more energy and fewer injuries once they cut wheat out of their diets. Thinking about going G-free? Give it a try with these recipes. (Equinox)
The Ban That Works: According to a study from city health officials, the ban on the use of trans fats in New York City restaurants drastically decreased the average trans fat content of customers' meals since it began in 2007. Even better, many chains outside of New York are voluntarily eliminating trans fats now, too. Let's celebrate with a healthy snack! (CNN)
Low-Fat News: A new study reports that a low-fat diet with increased intake of fruits, vegetables and whole grains may reduce menopausal hot flashes and night sweats. Bring on those whole grains. (The New York Times)
