Health Charts

13 Ways Europe Does Food Safer, Cleaner, and Kinder »

This infographic was created for the Winter 2014 issue of YES! Magazine, How To Eat Like Our Lives Depend On…

YES! Magazine
by: YES! Magazine
views: 1582
Score: 21

International Development vs. National Income »

Luxembourg allotted one percent of it's Gross National Income (GNI) for developmental aid in 2012. The United States gave over…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 677
Score: 17

The Most Deadly Creature on the Planet »

Despite all the hype around "Shark Week," sharks only kill about 10 people a year. It's the humans (475, 000)…

Natalie Lubsen
by: Natalie Lubsen
views: 677
Score: 15

Want to Cut Your Carbon Footprint? Skip the Steak »

According to the United Nations, the livestock industry contributes almost 15 percent to the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by…

YES! Magazine
by: YES! Magazine
views: 813
Score: 14

How to Save Money on your Next Car »

Go electric. Initial purchasing costs are similar among the three vehicle types and although gas-powered vehicles can travel over 300…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 464
Score: 14

NFL Concussions & Where We're Headed »

Through all of the heartbreak of injury to players and the time/money spent on all of the lawsuits regarding concussions--the…

Noah Maney
by: Noah Maney
views: 458
Score: 13

Children Living in Poverty »

Across the U.S., large numbers of children are affected by one or more risk factors linked to academic failure and…

CLASP
by: CLASP
views: 1157
Score: 13

The Buzz vs. The Bulge: Caffeine and Calories »

Are you consuming a quick pick-me-up or a liquid meal? A great look at the caffeine content compared to calories…

Matt Hartill
by: Matt Hartill
views: 671
Score: 12

Could Lack of Sleep Risk Your Safety on the Highway? »

A shocking new study shows that sleep deprivation not only affects your health, but is a danger to other's safety.…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 667
Score: 12

Is Sitting the New Smoking? »

Physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. Thankfully, a new "wonder drug" has been shown to cut…

YES! Magazine
by: YES! Magazine
views: 545
Score: 11

90% of Corn Planted in US is Genetically Modified »

Genetically modified corn varieties now account for 90% of all corn planted in the United States. The jury is still…

Peter Graham
by: Peter Graham
views: 685
Score: 11

Men Know Best When It Comes to Abortions »

Abortion-restriction laws have swept through state legislatures since 2010. All chambers have been Republican-controlled, except in Rhode Island. Women make…

Anthony Sibley (AJ)
by: Anthony Sibley (AJ)
views: 572
Score: 11

The Deadly Truth About Painkillers »

Learn The Deadly Truth About Painkillers from KLEAN Treatment Centers. This epidemic is effecting people around the globe.

Jason
by: Jason
views: 646
Score: 10

Do we only use 10% of our brain? »

A popular urban legend states that humans only use 10% of their brain, and that if we used the rest…

Amparo C.
by: Amparo C.
views: 391
Score: 10

ACA or Stay Away? »

According to a recent study released by the American Action Forum (AAF), 6 out of 7 young adults will benefit…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 412
Score: 10

Maternity Leaves Around the World »

In the United States, maternity leave is a state matter. A 2012 report by the International Labor Organization gave all…

Colton F.
by: Colton F.
views: 472
Score: 9

Looking for Work? Don't Forget to Watch Your Waistline »

A recently released study by Gallup reveals a correlation between obesity rates and length of unemployment. Direct causes are not…

Peter Graham
by: Peter Graham
views: 474
Score: 9

Affordable Care Act Eases Goals »

The Obama administration has lessened their goal of enrolling 7 million people through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by the…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 357
Score: 9

Is Calorie-Reduction Helping Obesity? »

In 2012, as part of a calorie-reduction pledge, 16 US food companies sold 6.4 trillion calories less than in 2007.…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 611
Score: 9

A Piece of Chocolate a Day Keeps the Doctor Away »

Chocolate is usually given in a heart shaped box on Valentine's Day, but who knew that it could help the…

SavvyRoo
by: SavvyRoo
views: 408
Score: 8

LSD, Good For Anxiety? »

In the first LSD experiment conducted in over 40 years, 12 cancer patients were given a dose of LSD. 8…

Jacob Jedamus-Denu
by: Jacob Jedamus-Denu
views: 775
Score: 8

ADHD: Epidemic or Pharma Dream Come True? »

Since 1990, pharmaceutical companies have launched multi-billion dollar compaigns to promote public awareness of ADHD. Historically estimated to affect 5%…

Noah
by: Noah
views: 2275
Score: 8

Fast Food: Americans Know It's Bad, Eat It Anyway »

It’s increasingly uncommon for Americans to eat meals home-cooked from scratch. Instead, 47% of us eat fast food once a…

YES! Magazine
by: YES! Magazine
views: 2431
Score: 8

Work overtime for a beer? »

The data was obtained by dividing the average price that a person has to pay to get a beer by…

Amparo C.
by: Amparo C.
views: 331
Score: 7

Most Undernourished Regions of the World »

The FAO (Food and Agricultural Organization) recently released a booklet featuring new statistics on food supply and health for 2014.…

MJ Gewalt
by: MJ Gewalt
views: 424
Score: 7

Why We All Just Need to SLOW DOWN »

Neighborhood streets are for living, not for driving. And yes we have to drive through them sometimes, but do we…

Natalie Lubsen
by: Natalie Lubsen
views: 364
Score: 7

Fast Food, Frequent Visits »

The United States certainly loves its fast food. Over half of all Americans frequent a fast food restaurant at least…

SavvyRoo
by: SavvyRoo
views: 370
Score: 7

The Deadly Legal Drug »

According to the "Global status report on alcohol and health 2014," 5.9% of deaths worldwide are attributable to alcohol. Even…

Kaitlin Senk
by: Kaitlin Senk
views: 596
Score: 7

Teen Texting and Driving in the U.S. (2012) »

Even shocking to consider: this data only captures the number of teens who admit to texting while driving - the…

kendramayer2017
by: kendramayer2017
views: 282
Score: 6

The Long Term Victory Of Pro-Life »

Abortion is on the decline in the United States, and it has been for a while. Since 1991, the number…

SavvyRoo
by: SavvyRoo
views: 404
Score: 6

Old MacDonald Had a Fish Farm »

Wild capture has stagnated since the mid-1990s, reflecting the fact that many regional fisheries are at or even above their…

Worldwatch Institute
by: Worldwatch Institute
views: 451
Score: 6

Americans Unsure About GMO Health Risks »

Many Americans are questioning the safety of consuming foods containing genetically modified ingredients. According to a HuffPost/YouGov poll, only 21%…

Steven Davies
by: Steven Davies
views: 402
Score: 6

Dangerous While Driving? Here's What We Think »

Americans believe there is nothing more dangerous to do while driving than text. Even driving after at least two drinks…

SavvyRoo
by: SavvyRoo
views: 268
Score: 5

Dying to Know: What Are the Top Causes of Death in America »

In the U.S., average life expectancy rates are the highest they've ever been, at roughly 79 years. We're living longer,…

SavvyRoo
by: SavvyRoo
views: 661
Score: 5

Sex Trafficking For Our Sleepless Youth »

A study of youth human trafficking victims found that 48% engaged in commercial sex activity because they did not have…

Rachel
by: Rachel
views: 388
Score: 5

Hey Barbie, We Don't Look Like You! »

To learn more about Lammily, the average sized doll, and how she'll affect young girls for the better, click to…

Care2 Causes
by: Care2 Causes
views: 695
Score: 5
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