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Do you get a moderate amount of exercise, eat right, keep from piling on fat and avoid smoking? Congratulations, you're among the 2.7 percent of Americans who do so, according to a new study.
Tree pollen season has arrived, but there are a number of ways allergy sufferers can prevent or control their symptoms, an expert says.
Have you ever had someone tell you to “just breathe” when you were stressed out or upset? That advice may sound a bit flippant, but breathing can actually help you manage your feelings of stress.
Smartphone "personal assistants" like Siri and Google Now can send your messages, make dinner reservations or give you a stock market update. But they may let you down during a crisis, a new study finds.
Students who eat two breakfasts are less likely to become overweight or obese than those who skip the morning meal, according to a new study.
Although there is no cure for allergies, there are some effective forms of treatment that can help manage and alleviate symptoms. It can be difficult to decipher which treatment options are truly effective and which ones are simply myths.
Walking, cycling or taking public transit to work helps middle-aged adults lose body fat and weight, new research suggests.
Young Americans increasingly favor adoption rights for gays and lesbians, with three-quarters of females and two-thirds of males now voicing support, according to a new government report.
This could be a bad spring allergy season and people with allergies need to be prepared, an expert warns.
Some young adults who constantly reach for their smartphones might be anxious or depressed, preliminary research suggests.
Hair styling practices may be causing black women to experience hair loss, which is a major problem that often goes undiagnosed, a new survey finds.
On rare occasions, a very joyful event might harm your heart, a new study suggests.
There may be something to those high-protein diets, with a new study finding that protein does make you feel full sooner.
Playing couch potato on the weekends may be even worse for your weight than working at a desk all week, new research suggests.
Most adult risk-takers continue to take chances as they get older, and that can make them more susceptible to fraud when they're seniors, new research suggests.
If you’re generally healthy and exercising already but cannot seem to love the body you inhabit, it’s time to explore other feel-good options, like changing your perception of your body, instead of beating yourself over those last 5 to 10 pounds.
Winter can be hard on your skin, but there are several ways to deal with those challenges, a dermatologist says.
Shedding just a few pounds can lower the risk of serious health problems in obese adults, a small study suggests.
If you're frightened of spiders, in your mind's eye they may seem much bigger than they really are, a new Israeli study finds.
Nearly four in 10 people who seriously consider suicide end up recovering long-term, achieving a mental state that's free of suicidal symptoms or thoughts, a new Canadian study finds.
The severity of metabolic syndrome -- a cluster of health risk factors such as belly fat and poor cholesterol levels -- among U.S. teens has been improving, and researchers believe that healthier diets may be the reason why.
Instant messaging can be a source of emotional support for teens and help them collaborate on school projects, but new research shows that texting after the lights go out takes a toll on students' sleep quality and academic performance.
Typically, a loving partner and the quality of the relationship, and not sex hormone levels, impact a woman's sex drive more than anything.
Posting too many "selfies" on social media might lead to serious problems with your romantic partner, according to a new study.
While technology use among young people offers some social advantages, face-to-face interaction does a better job of conveying emotional support and helping to read unspoken cues, new research contends.
A child's grades in school might suffer if a parent is suffering from depression, according to a new study.
Married people shed fewer pounds than singles after weight-loss surgery, and some marriages deteriorate after the operation, researchers report.
Exposure to high levels of air pollution in pregnancy may increase the risk of having a preterm baby, new research suggests.
Contrary to what many people may think, teenage boys commonly suffer dating violence -- including physical and emotional abuse, a new U.S. government study finds.
Eating fruits and vegetables that have high levels of substances called flavonoids may help a bit with weight control over time, a new study suggests.
Researchers in England have discovered a surprising reason why teen girls may not play sports -- their breasts.
We may the Netflix and chill generation today, but if we're not careful, we may become the plagued-with-serious-cognitive-issues generation in a few years. As it turns out, cognitive function is inversely related to time spent watching TV.
As missions to Mars become more accessible, the idea of jetting off Earth seems less far-fetched. But before you get too excited about going into space, you might want to consider the effects space missions have on the human brain.
Low-fat diets are often promoted as a superior way to lose weight, but they're no more effective than other types of diets, a new review indicates. More>>
There are healthy and simple ways to slow down Father Time. The first place to start is in your daily diet. More>>
Frugal fitness finds can put being active within reach of any budget.
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Bullied high school students have greater odds for depression and suicidal thoughts than others, and they're also more likely to take weapons to school, according to three new studies. More>>
It's that time of year when college students flock to warm, sunny spots to celebrate spring break, but a new study shows the roads become a lot less safe once they arrive. More>>
A widely used herpes drug also seems to help people with the HIV virus, even if those people don't also have herpes, a new small study found. More>>
Changing the message of charitable appeals could help close the gender gap in giving, researchers suggested. More>>
Being too reliant on a smartphone could make lazy thinkers even less inclined to use their brain, a new study suggests. More>>
If you start an exercise program, it might inspire your spouse to do the same, a new study says. More>>
People who are fit in their 40s seem to retain more brain volume two decades later and also perform better on decision-making tests, new research suggests. More>>
A common ingredient in many processed foods might increase the risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and metabolic syndrome, a new study in mice suggests. More>>
Stop chugging sugary soda and munching sweet treats. Cut back on red meats, butter and other sources of saturated fat. Lay off the salt shaker. Eat plenty of fruits and veggies. And don't worry about having an egg and... More>>
Worried about rising credit card bills? A new study points to one way to curb your spending: Don't shop while hungry. More>>
To avoid ruining your look, and your health, be on the lookout for these 10 potential health hazards the next time you go to the beauty salon.
Although people around the world are eating more healthy foods, that positive trend has been outpaced by a rising consumption of unhealthy foods, a new study finds. More>>
People who follow a heart-healthy diet won't see much change in their eating habits if, as reported, this year's U.S. Dietary Guidelines report rescinds previous warnings against eating certain cholesterol-rich foods. More>>
Brief daytime naps might protect you against the harmful health effects of a poor night's sleep, a new study suggests. More>>
All that talk of red wine and other alcoholic beverages being good for your health if consumed in moderation is just plain wrong, a new analysis contends. More>>
This year, instead of the same old Valentine's Day plan, buy your special lady a gift that's good for her health to really show how much you care. More>>
Parents might order fewer calories for their children if menus included calorie counts or information on how much walking would be required to burn off the calories in foods, a new study suggests. More>>
The excitement and anticipation surrounding the upcoming Super Bowl may prompt some people to take up a new sport or up their levels of physical activity. More>>
Working long hours may raise the risk for alcohol abuse, according to a new study of more than 300,000 people from 14 countries. More>>
Eating a plant-based diet and limiting your alcohol intake may help cut your risk for obesity-related cancers, a new study suggests. More>>
Read this list and start preparing dishes to make this year one of your best ever. More>>
People with drinking problems often make a New Year's pledge to stop or cut back on their drinking, but actually doing it can be a struggle, an addiction expert says. More>>
The holidays are supposed to be a time of great joy, but they can also be a time of a ridiculous amount of stress. If holiday stress has become a major downer for you over the years, here are 10 tips that may help. More>>
The heart disease and diabetes that often accompany obesity may rob people of almost a decade of life and close to two decades of a healthy life, Canadian researchers report. More>>
© Running more than 15 miles a week may reduce the risk of dying from Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests. More>>
© There are hints in a new study that eating the much-lauded Mediterranean diet may help boost longevity. More>>
After consuming mass quantities of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie during a feast, it's no mystery why people just plop on the couch and pass out. However, there are ways to avoid the Thanksgiving Day food coma, if you're up to it.
A kiss isn't just a kiss: It's also an opportunity to transfer millions of germs. More>>
Don Juans of the world, take note: Men who sleep with lots of women may be less likely to develop prostate cancer than men who don't play the field, a new Canadian study suggests. More>>
The way you walk can affect your mood, according to a new study. More>>
Changing fashions, cultural attitudes and health beliefs have contributed to the rise of deadly melanoma skin cancer, according to a new study. More>>
Cellulite, fat deposits beneath the skin, plagues the thighs and behinds of nearly 90 percent of women -- even the most fit among us. More>>
Here are six health hazards that you might find at a dirty movie theater: More>>
Working long hours may increase your risk for diabetes, a new study suggests. But the finding seems to depend on your job. More>>
The top U.S. soda makers have agreed to help reduce Americans' consumption of calories from sugary beverages by one-fifth during the next decade -- by shrinking drink sizes and marketing healthier options. More>>
People tend to drink more alcohol on days when they're more physically active, a new study finds. More>>
Younger college graduates are more likely to trust health information from questionable sources on the Internet than older high school grads would, new research reports. More>>
Pregnant women who live in leafy, green neighborhoods are less likely to have premature or low birth weight babies, a new study suggests. More>>
A new weight-loss medication for the overweight and obese has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Adminstration. More>>
Discrimination against overweight or obese people, commonly known as "fat shaming," does not help them lose weight and may do more harm than good, according to research from London. More>>
The reason polyester clothes smell worse than cotton apparel after a hard workout is because odor-causing bacteria grow better on them, a new study shows. More>>
Breast-feeding may help women lose their pregnancy weight and keep it off if they were obese before they became pregnant, according to new research. More>>
The quality of Americans' diets has improved somewhat but remains poor overall, and dietary disparity between the rich and poor is growing, a new study shows. More>>
College-educated Americans tend to be more physically active on weekends, while adults without a high school diploma are more active on weekdays, a new study finds. More>>
A new survey of American adults across 18 states finds 17 percent drinking at least one sugary soda per day, with rates varying widely across states. More>>
The types of food that many Southerners seem to prefer -- fried foods, sweet drinks and processed meals -- may be deadly for people with kidney disease, a new study suggests. More>>
Preliminary new research points to the possibility that some infertile men could benefit from boosting a protein shield that protects sperm cells from germs. More>>
High acidity levels in soft drinks, fruit juice and sports beverages pose a threat to youngsters' teeth, a new study reports. More>>
The nutrients in fruits and vegetables are vital to good health and a long life, but only up to a point. More>>
Following a healthy lifestyle may help childhood cancer survivors reduce their risk for chronic health issues, a new study indicates. More>>
Dietary changes can dramatically alter the balance of bacteria in the gut on a daily basis, according to a new study. More>>
Weight-loss surgery appears to have an additional side benefit -- it may improve urinary incontinence symptoms in women, according to a new study. More>>
Being a couch potato may have fewer long-term health consequences if you trade some of your couch time for gym time, suggests a new study. More>>
If you make exercise fun, you'll eat less after your workout, new research contends. More>>
Organic produce and grains contain more protective antioxidants, less pesticide residue and lower levels of the toxic metal cadmium than food raised in traditional ways, a new review finds. More>>
Being physically active in middle age appears to help reduce your risk for Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, suggest the findings from two new studies. More>>
A new study challenges the widely held belief that light drinking of alcohol may be good for your heart. More>>
About six out of 10 adults make use of calorie information on menus, if it's available, to decide what to order in restaurants, according to a new U.S. study. More>>
Well-nourished, healthy and well-educated mothers who receive prenatal care have babies of similar size - regardless of differences in their race, ethnicity or where they live, a new study finds. More>>
Eating lots of fruits and vegetables is often recommended as a way to lose weight, but doing so may not help you shed excess pounds, according to researchers. More>>
Dropping excess pounds may not only improve your physical health, it might also help you feel more awake and happy, a new study shows. More>>
A diet rich in dairy products may slightly extend the lives of people diagnosed with colon cancer, a new study suggests. More>>
Some bee pollen products marketed for weight loss may actually threaten your health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns. More>>
Like many other forms of fashion folly of days gone by, researchers have discovered that wearing high heels, even for a relatively short period of time, can have some major effects on the body. More>>
There's no evidence that soy foods protect against uterine cancer, a large Japanese study reports. More>>
Since you can’t wish yourself younger, you’ll just have to defy aging the old-fashioned way -- by trying these 10 anti-aging tips to make yourself look younger. More>>
These days, having a crammed work, kids and activities schedule has almost become a status symbol. But being super-busy isn’t always a sign of a fulfilling life More>>
Before you head out with your date or loved-one wrapped around your arm, take a moment to consider a few of these tips to keep your special, Valentine's Day dinner a little more heart-healthy. More>>
While we can’t always crawl into bed at any given hour in the day, we can surround ourselves with calming aromas at anytime. Here are five scents that have been proven to naturally soothe.
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Your kids may come home from school this winter with something more worrisome than homework -- sniffles, tummy bugs and even (ick!) lice. More>>
Between the cold dry air outdoors and the hot dry air indoors, skin definitely needs a little more TLC. Read on to find out how to winter-proof your skin care routine. More>>
Most women play some version of the scale game whenever they weigh themselves, but the truth is there are at least eight reasons why the numbers can fluctuate so much. More>>
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