Body
Yoga vs. Pilates: which one does more for your body, per clinical research
The two mind-body workouts share a studio and a reputation, but the clinical trials line up very differently depending on what you actually want from them.
Diseases
8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice
It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.
Body
7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them
That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.
Diseases
8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle
An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.
Diseases
Cervical cancer is almost fully preventable, yet two in three women have never been screened
A simple test can spot warning signs years before cancer appears, so why do so many women never get one?
Body
Yoga vs. Pilates: which one does more for your body, per clinical research
The two mind-body workouts share a studio and a reputation, but the clinical trials line up very differently depending on what you actually want from them.
Diseases
8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice
It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.
Body
7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them
That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.
Diseases
8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle
An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.
Scientists develop promising therapy for vision loss
A new laser-based treatment could help the eye repair itself before vision loss becomes permanent.
New mothers often neglect their own meals, study finds
A Swedish study shows that many women do not focus on their own eating habits after giving birth.
Deadly measles outbreak kills more than 500 children
Thousands of people have fallen ill within just a few months. Hospitals and health authorities are now struggling to bring the situation under control.
WHO: Ebola outbreak is now an international health emergency
The outbreak is drawing major attention because the strain of Ebola that is spreading is difficult to treat.
Why morning is the best time for a bowel movement
According to gastroenterologists cited by EatingWell, the morning is often the best time to have a bowel movement.The body’s natural rhythm, breakfast, and overnight...
Your Alzheimer’s risk may depend on which plant-based foods you eat
New research suggests that the choice of plant-based foods may influence the risk of developing dementia later in life.