If you are trying to manage your weight, new research points to several foods that can help you fight hunger, curb your sweet tooth, boost your metabolism and ultimately shed pounds.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention you can find 212 chemicals in the blood and urine of American's. Many of these chemicals are stored in our bodies and accumulate over time and can cause health problems after years of gradual exposure.

We all know bananas are good for us since they are the most popular fruit in America. They are rich in vitamin B6 and a good source of fiber, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium. But the benefits of bananas go way beyond what most people think.

If you are 50 or older, chances are high that you will have an osteoporosis related bone fracture at some point in your lifetime. Although there are ways to treat it, once you have the condition, there is no cure. But osteoporosis is largely preventable for most.