How’s Your Body Image, Bro?
The media constantly bombards us with images of gorgeous female models, movie stars and pop stars; it’s no wonder that many females suffer from a p...
Condition Center: Healthy Eating and Diet
Using Sugar to Fight Sugar
In the battle against fatty liver disease, could ingesting more sugar be part of the solution?
Ultra-Processed Foods in the American Diet
American eating habits tend to lean toward ultra-processed foods, which could be a major health issue.
Got Munchies? Get More Sleep
Lack of sleep could be leading people to eat as if they're stoned.
Move More, Sit Less, Live Longer
It's important to get a move on.
Sweet Dreams Are Made of Memories
Though insufficient sleep may not seem like a big deal, new findings suggest that getting enough sleep may be more important to our waking lives than...
Small Weight Loss, Large Benefits
Even a small amount of weight loss could lead to a big gain in health benefits for obese people.
Activating "Beige" Cells to Lose Weight
Doctors could one day activate beige cells inside fat to help patients lose weight and prevent diabetes.
Starbucks or Coke: What's Worse?
Could going to Starbucks be worse than heading to a vending machine?
Leafy Greens, Your Intestinal Health and Fighting Salmonella
Not all bacteria are bad for you. In the case of your intestinal health, some bacteria are vitally important.
Think Twice Before Skipping Breakfast
If you carry a few extra pounds around you may be tempted to skip breakfast, which might not be a good idea.
Getting Older While Keeping the Weight Off
Three studies have once again highlighted the role fruits and vegetables play in long term weight control.
Should Your Employer Punish You for Being Unhealthy?
Could being rewarded by an employer for healthy behavior actually lead to failure?
Should You Go Organic?
There's considerable debate about the benefits of organic vs. non-organic foods in both scientific and popular circles. The picture may have just cle...
Mercury Levels In Today's Ocean Fish
Although fish is considered good for your health, science has been warning about high levels of mercury and other pollutants in ocean fish for years....
Overweight? Obese? You Might Also Be Healthy
Tens of millions of people labeled overweight or obese by the body mass index (BMI) scale might soon feel vindicated.
How a Vacation Might Affect Your Weight
Ah, vacations -- sun, sand, skiing, sightseeing or other fun activities, not to mention great food. It's that last item that may be a bit of a proble...
What Is Happening to Our World's Children?
Parents may want to rethink what they feed their children.
