In 2005, the U.S. government replaced the Food Guide Pyramid, which had been used for more than a decade. The food pyramid, in turn, had replaced the Four Food Groups. Find out how much you know about the new dietary guidelines and how they differ from the old food pyramid.
When you're thirsty for a drink of water, you probably turn on the tap, or open a container of bottled water.
You may take for granted that the water you drink is safe and free of contaminants. But the quality of water--and even its safety--
can vary from place to place, depending on the water source and how it was treated. Find out more about drinking water
by taking this quiz, based on information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
At least half of American adults a daily dietary supplement—vitamins, minerals, or herbs, with annual sales approaching $23 billion. Alhough such dietary insurance can be a benefit, many people take
them without knowing enough to ensure optimum results. To assess how much you know about dietary
supplements, answer the following statements true or false.