Body
Is your BMI accurate? Body fat scans get it wrong for more than 1 in 3 adults
When researchers compared BMI with gold-standard body fat scans, one in three "obese" adults were not.
Diseases
More than 8 in 10 people with prediabetes don’t know it. Do you have these signs?
An estimated 115 million American adults have prediabetes, and most have no idea.
Diseases
7 warning signs of polycystic kidney disease most people mistake for back pain
Most people who carry PKD have no symptoms until their 30s or 40s.
Body
Your gut bacteria may be quietly shaping how strong you are
Older adults who carried one fiber-loving microbe had far stronger hands.
Diseases
7 warning signs of giant cell arteritis most people over 50 mistake for a headache
Giant cell arteritis mimics an ordinary headache but can steal sight in days.
Body
Is your BMI accurate? Body fat scans get it wrong for more than 1 in 3 adults
When researchers compared BMI with gold-standard body fat scans, one in three "obese" adults were not.
Diseases
More than 8 in 10 people with prediabetes don’t know it. Do you have these signs?
An estimated 115 million American adults have prediabetes, and most have no idea.
Diseases
7 warning signs of polycystic kidney disease most people mistake for back pain
Most people who carry PKD have no symptoms until their 30s or 40s.
Body
Your gut bacteria may be quietly shaping how strong you are
Older adults who carried one fiber-loving microbe had far stronger hands.
This happens to your body if you eat beans every day
Beans are an affordable and nutrient-rich food that Real Simple highlights for their health benefits.Nutrition experts told Real Simple that daily consumption can...
Your diet may be the cause of your skin problems – these are the foods you should eat
Many people focus on creams and serums to achieve healthier skin, but it may be worth taking a closer look at your diet.
Dietitians recommend buying these vegetables frozen
Many people choose fresh vegetables at the supermarket, but it is not always the most nutritious option.
The body’s internal clock starts before birth, new study shows
Researchers have long studied the body’s internal clock. New findings now suggest that it begins earlier than previously expected.
Air pollution poses health risks – here’s how to protect yourself
Air pollution is an invisible threat in everyday life, but with the right precautions, you can reduce your risk.
Sweeteners in your diet may affect your child
Many people choose sugar-free products to live more healthily, but new research suggests this may influence both their own bodies and those of their offspring.