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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

Study suggests obesity could speed up brain changes tied to Alzheimer’s

A new study suggests that obesity may accelerate early biological changes linked to Alzheimer’s.

Modified herpes virus shows promise as a new approach to brain cancer treatment

A newly engineered herpes virus is offering researchers a surprising avenue for tackling one of the most treatment-resistant brain cancers.

39-year-old mother shares early signs missed before cancer diagnosis

A 39-year-old mother thought her symptoms were harmless. Months later, doctors revealed stage-four cancer.

Dietitians: Fruit sugar is rarely a problem in our diet

The debate about fruit sugar often begins with the assumption that fruit should be limited in the same way as other sweet products. The reality, however, is a bit more nuanced.

Novo Nordisk halts Alzheimer’s trial after disappointing results

Researchers had hoped for a breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment, but the latest findings have created new uncertainty.

These are the biggest sources of vitamin C – and it’s not oranges

Many assume oranges sit at the top of the vitamin C rankings. They do not.