Parents Are the Key to Kids' School PerformanceAlice G. Walton
What kids really need to succeed in school is a parent who they know is involved and there for them. Nothing else matters as much.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fat around your middle means fat is overwhelming your organs. Heart and metabolic problems are often the result. There is one cure.
Read more >Leslie Carr
High levels of "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides can actually make it more likely that people in their 80s will remain fully functional.
Read more >When a patient misses an appointment, it's often a sign of something far more serious than forgetfulness.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Health screenings and cancer prevention are just two reasons to have a doctor watching over your healthcare and advocating for you.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Cell phones can make us feel lonely, but they can also help us connect more and stay in the moment.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Teens' friendships, not their romantic relationships, are the best predictors of romantic success in their 20s.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Parents give their kids vitamins, supplements and medications to prevent colds. They really should focus on something simpler.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Working out will make you hungry. What you pick to eat as you leave the gym could erase much of your hard work.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Does more exercise mean less depression, or does more depression mean less exercise?
Read more >Physical punishment often leads to bad behavior in adulthood. Better to find some more effective strategies.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine prevents seven types of cancer, yet few teens and preteen receive it.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Hormone replacement therapy helps women transition to menopause. But the risks are different for patches, pills and creams.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You don't need the gym. Nibbling at exercise works, too. A few flights of stairs will give you a cardiovascular fitness boost.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Knowing kids' teachers, kids' schedules and what's in the fridge takes a lot of mental energy, even if it largely goes unrecognized.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Here's an easy step you can take to reduce your child's risk of becoming overweight: Opt for ad-free TV.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cutting your consumption of fats at night can have a big effect on your "bad" cholesterol. It's an easy way to help your heart.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Researchers have succeeded in making bones denser and stronger in the lab. The key appears to be a protein in the brain.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A massive review of carbohydrate studies finds that one quality distinguishes the good carb from the bad.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Rates for many types of cancer are down, but screening is a big issue.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Companies will pay good money for information about you. This, along with tech advances, threatens the security of health data.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Parents who make time on digital devices a special treat end up creating even bigger problems for themselves and their kids.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Because it damages chromosomes, a folate deficiency can lead to dementia and mental disorders as well as birth defects.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Too few doctors give young adults private, one-on-one time to discuss sensitive issues and confidentiality.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Some binge drinkers like to post their partying on social media. But the platforms can be used to help problem drinkers, too.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Online apps can help people address the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to depression. But don't quit your current treatment.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
serious food allergies are far less common than we tend to think, but you can develop them even in adulthood.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A tiny implantable -- and removable -- device curbs hunger automatically.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Of course kids' media exposure is out of control. But what can parents do? A lot, actually. Start with a plan.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Seniors who exercised and ate well had significant cognitive improvements – in as little as six months.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Low income people used to be thin from lack of food. That has changed. Here's why.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sex is good medicine as you age. It doesn't need to be world-class; closeness is what's required.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Strength training -- lifting weight in some way or another -- is right up there with aerobic exercise when it comes to your heart.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating meat raises your levels of a by-product of digestion that may be the missing link when it comes to red meat and heart disease.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Many Americans cut back on insulin because of its high cost, a dangerous practice. Other countries don't have this problem.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Many shampoos and soaps contain endocrine-disrupting compounds that mimic the action of hormones. This is not good for girls' development.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The holidays mean high calorie foods are everywhere -- at work, at parties and at home. You need a game plan to keep your weight in line.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Even young adults enjoying casual sex say they like to experience intimacy.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If you withhold the truth from your doctor, you end up with a less-informed professional opinion. Some ideas to improve the conversation.
Read more >Leslie Carr
When couples reach their 70s, humor and acceptance tend to overtake bickering.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When teens are at the table, mealtime arguments are not uncommon. But eating together still delivers lasting lessons.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Americans are sitting more. They're also less physically active. Here's how bad the picture is.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Hearing loss makes it harder for seniors to think and socialize, and easier for them to fall. Addressing it saves healthcare dollars.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Researchers are zeroing in on a flu vaccine that would cover all influenza viruses and last longer, too.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines make it easier for people to achieve the exercise levels they need for better health.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Sometimes multitasking can actually make you more efficient, at least up to a point.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Certain fatty acids appear to reduce a woman's risk of giving birth early. Here's how to get them.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The American Heart Association has come up with a good way to spend your time when you're stuck at the airport: Learn how to save a life.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Programs designed to promote employee health can backfire. But not if they're designed properly.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Focusing on a sport too soon is bad for kids physically, mentally, and socially.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Many kids have a rich fantasy life, one they may share with other kids. Parents shouldn't worry; it's a sign of something good.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Spending more time looking at others' online lives than connecting with people face-to-face can leave you depressed and lonely.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People jump to conclusions about others based on their body types. Yes, it's unfair; it's also predictable.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Hoping to remain independent in old age? Give your body what it needs to stay strong.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The costs related to caring for an increasingly overweight population come to over $1.7 trillion.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When people with PTSD were able to choose which of two proven treatments they received, they did a lot better.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
We all experience schadenfreude, but we don't like to think about it too much. Now researchers untangle its roots.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Caffeinated coffee could help keep a common skin condition in check.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Street drugs laced with fentanyl are even more deadly. Letting users test for it themselves can save lives.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Programs offered in churches help African American parishioners lower their blood pressure.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Call it trickle-down health: A father's fitness level before conception can make a big difference in his children's weight and metabolism.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Twenty years ago the risks of certain chemicals in nail polish were exposed. Little has changed.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Too little sleep is a problem -- especially when others' lives depend on your performance.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
There are laws governing who can use tanning salons and how often. But enforcement is lacking, and teens are at risk.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Multitasking doesn't just distract you; it can disrupt your ability to make informed judgments.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Bones need good nutrition and exercise to be strong, but one of these ingredients is far more important.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Agreeable people are more likely to have money problems. The reason for this may surprise you.
Read more >Leslie Carr
When it comes to learning language, social interaction makes a difference. infants learn better in twos.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Trees improve students' school performance, even in low-achieving schools. Could it hurt to plant a few?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The ways babies’ emotion centers are connected in the brain may predict how they handle emotion.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Men with type 2 diabetes who fasted about three days a week were able to go off their medications.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
More evidence that even moderate drinking may be harmful to our long-term health.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Entrepreneurs who are highly optimistic are more likely to fail than their realistic or pessimistic counterparts.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The symptoms of premenstrual syndrome can be evidence of undiagnosed STIs, making it wise for doctors to take them more seriously.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
An ongoing series of smaller conversations with kids about sex and staying safe works better than one awkward talk.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with the D Factor show evidence of one or more of nine traits and cultivate self-centered beliefs to support their actions.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When we think of healthy behaviors in terms of those people and ideals we care about, it's easier to follow through with them.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Men and women both enjoyed a reduced risk of stroke when they followed its basic outlines, but women got an extra boost.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Dieters lost five times the weight when they imagined how it would feel and what they could do if they were thinner.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The changes in hormones that mark the transition to menopause leave women vulnerable to depression.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fast food chains said they'd improve the nutritional quality of kids' meals, but that hasn't happened.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fussy eaters can drive parents crazy. Try these tips and maintain your sanity.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A daily probiotic routine could reduce the need for antibiotics in the future, especially for kids.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
For frail, elderly women, surgery for breast cancer may not be the best option. What to think about.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Depressive symptoms ease when people receive vagus nerve stimulation. Something even more important happens, too.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A five-year study found no benefit and a bit of a downside to taking aspirin daily if you are generally healthy. Check with your doctor.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Over a third of teen drivers text while driving. Parents need to make clear it's never OK to pick up the phone while behind the wheel.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Going with your gut instinct when making a choice has a certain appeal. But it can also lead to a false sense of confidence.
Read more >Leslie Carr
We tend to underestimate how much people appreciate being thanked. We may also overlook how good it is for us.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Yes, most of us recover from trauma in the long run. But that doesn't change how tough the immediate aftermath is.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Patients are more likely to take the necessary steps to improve their health if their doctors ask them what is and isn't working for them.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cutting carbohydrates raises your risk of premature death and serious health problems. What matters is the kind of carbs you eat.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids who miss their naps can be a pain to be around, but there's an even bigger reason to be sure they get enough sleep.
Read more >Leslie Carr
It's not your fault your mind wanders. It's supposed to. That's how we knit our perception of reality together.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Seniors are less likely than younger generations to realize -- and admit -- an error.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Some cancerous growths are slow-moving and rarely life-threatening. Avoiding the term changes things.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Second-hand smoke has lots of risks for kids. Rheumatoid arthritis may be another.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Even relatively light air pollution -- the kind most governments don't regulate -- causes the heart walls to stretch and thin.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Working in teams may be overrated. Collaborating works best when it happens intermittently. People need alone time.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
There are a number of reasons why women heart patients are more likely to die if their doctor is a man.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Surprised researchers didn't find blood pressure problems in people around the world who ate high salt diets. Here's why.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Veterans enrolled in a shorter, more intensive therapy program designed to address their thoughts and fears improved dramatically.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Even a short period of inactivity can have serious, long-term consequences for older adults.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The filters on photo apps may create unrealistic physical standards and set the stage for serious body image issues.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Briefs or boxers? Men who mainly wear briefs have sperm counts that are 25 percent lower than boxer-wearers.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Have you ever been interested in someone who is far more desirable than you are? It happens all the time on online dating sites.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
HDL is called the good cholesterol because it protects your heart. But not when menopause hits.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Brain training does not translate into gains on similar brain tasks. There are better ways to stay sharp.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with depression are deficient in acetyl-L-carnitine, a key part of the body's energy metabolism.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Even seemingly healthy people can have blood sugar spikes that creep into diabetes territory.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Most of us apply too little sunscreen to get the protection we seek. DNA damage is the result. Here's a good rule of thumb.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Introducing solid food while breastfeeding and before infants are six months old can give babies and their parents sleep they need.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Too often, doctor visits are rushed affairs and patients leave feeling no one has listened to them. You have options.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Caffeine will rev your metabolism and cut your appetite, but can it help you lose weight?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids who use social media a lot are more likely to develop ADHD. Or is it that those at risk for attention problems like social media?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A glass of whole milk or piece of cheese provides important fatty acids. But the calories they add are another matter.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Spending time in nature can protect you from diabetes and heart disease. Maybe it's time your doctor prescribed a trip to to the park.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having trouble making a big decision? Research shows that taking a few steps back can help.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Setbacks tell us important things about our goals. We just need to listen.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Soccer headers can cause brain damage in some players. They also appear to affect players' sense of balance.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Testing for the human papillomavirus, or HPV, catches cervical cancer sooner than Pap smears do. But there are other risks to consider.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Mothers who follow these five healthy habits cut their children's risk of becoming obese by as much as 80 percent.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When an unarmed black man dies at the hands of police, the damage to the community goes on long after the civil unrest has subsided.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People with a common childhood virus may be more susceptible to Alzheimer’s disease years later.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Being overweight is so common, many don't see how overweight they are. This also means they won't try to lose.
Read more >Leslie Carr
High quality conversations that are meaningful to us make us happy. Small talk can pave the way.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Physical therapists are seeing more neck, shoulder and back problems thanks to this tech device. Some ideas for avoiding injury.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Parents who encourage their kids to interpret slights and hurtful moments in a non-hostile way help reduce aggressive behavior.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Most programs for new parents don't focus on fathers at all. And that is a lost opportunity.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Mindfulness meditation and relaxation offer different benefits to the mind and brain.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Blood sugar spikes are hard on your body and can lead to type-2 diabetes. Here's a good way to head them off.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Caffeinated coworkers work better together and feel more satisfied. They also do a better job.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
In the uncertainty of new relationships, playing hard to get can seem like a good idea, but it can backfire.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Some remarkable new drugs pretty much cure hepatitis C. Unfortunately, patients are often denied coverage for them.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
How many people does it take to set a change in motion? Fewer than you might think.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
From hurtful comments to parties you weren't invited to, social media visits can leave you feeling depressed. Time for a break?
Read more >Leslie Carr
Kids with over-controlling parents have a harder time managing their emotions. Here's what you can do.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
As medicine becomes more technical, people can have trouble understanding doctors' orders.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Pre-K programs for low-income kids don't just help them do better in kindergarten. The boost they offer lasts on into elementary school.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Walking just a little faster can bring big dividends when it comes to your lifespan and overall health.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Leaving a child or a pet in a parked car can quickly become fatal.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A medication approved for treating eczema appears to relieve asthma symptoms and could change the course of the disease.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Dating apps like Tinder are seen as places where men and women go to hook up. But people also use them to make an emotional connection.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It's surprising how little exercise it takes to stay sharp as you age. But you do have to keep at it.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The drug DES was banned in 1971, but it may be causing attention problems in the grandchildren of women who took it.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
We all know exercise is good for us, but how much do we really need?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Chemicals -- PAHs -- from grilling not only get into your lungs and food, they get into your clothes as well.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Given that pregnancy and menopause place extra burdens on women's hearts, OB-GYNs need to be on the front lines of women's heart health.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating fish twice a week dramatically cuts your risk of heart problems. You can learn to love it. Really.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People with diabetes and prediabetes were found to be more reactive to stress, which can lead to depression and anxiety.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Cigarette smoke lasts a long time. Even decades-old thirdhand smoke can cause problems.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Too much fast food and too little fruit both delay conception and raise the odds of infertility.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It's nice to be able to work from home, but it can mean you are never off-duty.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Magnetic resonance images of the cardiovascular system offer a surprising view of how early atherosclerosis starts.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A poll of people over 65 finds they think sex is still important. Health and gender matter, however.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The epigenetic effects of lifestyle factors like stress, diet and what city you live in have a bigger effect on immunity than genes do.
Read more >Leslie Carr
The bonding that happens when parents and kids listen to music together pays lasting dividends.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Legalized marijuana means that more babies are exposed to cannabis in the womb. The effects are not good.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who drink alcohol have disruptions in their oral bacteria which could lead to more serious health problems.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The mood-boosting effects that make ketamine a club drug also may make it useful for preventing suicide.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A woman's chances of having a heart attack go up when she is pregnant. Learn the risks and warning signs.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Being able to control one's emotions is a life skill many struggle to master. The good news is that programs to teach it actually work.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
One good way to give your kids healthy eating habits is to have them help prepare food at home.
Read more >Neil Wagner
What's moderate exercise one place may not be seen as moderate somewhere else.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Losing your spouse leaves you not only grief-stricken, but lonely. Here's something that will help.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Get most of your protein from vegetables and legumes, and your risk of cardiovascular disease goes way down.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can affect more than a woman's fertility. It can affect offspring, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
European researchers develop a blood test that accurately identifies the misfolded proteins linked to ALZ.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Men tend to think they're better in science, even when they're not. Women do the opposite.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Gaining weight makes food less tasty and leads to more overeating. Just ask a mouse.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
We will happily pay more for unhealthy food we crave -- like chips or candy -- than for foods that are good for us. Override the crave.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The chronic pain of fibromyalgia can be hard to bear. Tai chi may offer some relief.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Eating out in fast food places raises the level of these chemicals, found in plastics, in your body. The consequences aren't good.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Flavors can make vaping attractive, but they are far from harmless. They can be fine in foods, but become toxic when inhaled.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It's behind most of the outbreaks of vomiting and diarrhea around the world. Protecting yourself from it is, actually, pretty easy.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Parents lay the groundwork for math skills simply by counting and even cooking with their kids.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Worried about catching airborne viruses when you fly? You can probably relax.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
There's nothing wrong with a snack. It's what you grab that matters. Use this list to stock your pantry.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Obesity rates are climbing in children and adults, creating a potential public health crisis. Prevention is far easier than losing weight.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A compound in beets may help prevent the misfolded proteins associated with the disease.
Read more >Leslie Carr
If you tend to choke in situations where you've failed in the past, become a student of failure.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
There appears to be something to be said for suppressing negative emotions. It may help reduce the risk of depression.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A study finds that when a loved one takes your hand, it can sync your brains and reduce pain.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
There's a ripple effect in weight loss: If you lose weight, your partner or spouse is likely to lose some, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Healthcare in the U.S. costs way more than it does anywhere else, and it delivers less.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Women who are highly active in their 40s have a much lower risk of dementia later in life.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Calcium supplements, with or without vitamin D, appear to up the risk of intestinal polyps associated with colon cancer.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Does taking birth control bring on depression? It depends on what birth control you take.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Whether it's how to throw a curveball, sand a floor or do the moonwalk, online videos make it look easy. And that's a problem.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Deciding between a low-carb or a low-fat diet has puzzled dieters for decades. Here's an answer.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Raising the minimum wage by just $1 an hour can reduce absenteeism by almost 10 percent.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Don't bother looking for a clear line between what's normal and what's not. When it comes to your brain, it's all part of a continuum.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Your body's survival mechanisms can make it hard to keep losing weight. Forewarned is forearmed.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When men and women drink sugar-sweetened beverages, it reduces the chances of getting pregnant by as much as a third.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
They may be a good way to help die-hard smokers quit, but e-cigs pose risks for others.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Many more children suffer from the effects of mothers' drinking while pregnant than has been reported.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Poly-fluorinated alkyl substances (PFASs) are found in takeout cartons and cosmetics. They can make it hard to lose weight.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A person's feelings about aging may make them more likely to develop dementia.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Over-the-counter medications like Tylenol and Advil can make you feel better emotionally, too.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
In seniors, low sodium levels in the blood -- from medications, heart or kidney problems -- can cause memory loss.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Some believe that teens who are allowed to drink at home are less likely to abuse alcohol. Not really.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A respiratory infection from the flu also raises your risk of a heart attack. Another good reason to get vaccinated.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
They are marketed as the best way parents can be sure kids get the nutrition they need. But the labels can be deceiving.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cancer survivors who tended vegetable gardens were less stressed, more fit and had a stronger sense of self worth. They ate better, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The jury is still out on whether omega-3 supplements help the heart. Better to eat fish and exercise.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Which comes first: sleep problems or the accumulation of proteins related to Alzheimer's?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A lack of money is only one reason people go hungry. A lack of stores offering fresh foods is another.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Deaths from opioid overdoses are alarming, but the drugs are harming newborns, too.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Dieting? You don't have to feel deprived if you know what foods can fill you up.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Obesity is like the flu -- it's contagious. You can catch it from your friends and neighbors.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Kids are smarter about online content than we think, but too much time online makes them unhappy.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A spice common to Indian, Thai and some African cuisines appears to help keep the cellular detritus associated with Alzheimer's in check.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Diets with lots of meat and sugar, and little fiber, set the stage for inflammation and colorectal cancer.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Olympic skiers and snowboarders make it look easy. Here are a few tips to keep injuries to a minimum.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Breastfeeding reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes. Here's why.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Weight loss surgery offers serious health benefits and extends life.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Self-control isn't easy, but seeing it as difficult makes it even harder to come by. Lighten up.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women transitioning to menopause are at high risk for depression. An estrogen patch could help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Prenatal exposure to the painkiller acetaminophen has been linked to language and fertility issues.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A heart without exercise is like a stiff, old rubber band. It can regain flexibility -- you just need to get moving..
Read more >Leslie Carr
That fitness monitor you got over the holidays can give you a false sense of security. Here's how to get the most out of it.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The emotional atmosphere around your family table has a big impact on children's development.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
For couples trying to get pregnant, fertility problems with no known cause are hard to take. Here's something new to consider.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Barbers, masseuses and hairdressers see your skin and scalp up close, making them valuable for early cancer detection.
Read more >Leslie Carr
The new year is a clean slate that inspires us to try to do better. So here are some tips for body and mind to energize your efforts.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Flex-hours, freelance and working from home sound great. And they can be. But you need to set some boundaries.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Who doesn't like dessert better than vegetables? Picky eaters need to try healthy foods repeatedly.
Read more >Neil Wagner
If you know how to stop bleeding or give CPR, you become the bystander who can make a difference.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Seniors who ate more of these vegetables had sharper memories into their 80s and beyond.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A task force finds that hormone therapy carries more health risks than benefits, but what about short-term treatment?
Read more >Leslie Carr
A counseling center, overwhelmed by visits from anxious students, gives mindfulness training a try.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Acupuncture eases the painful side effects from drugs used to treat hormone-sensitive breast cancer.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Short bursts of radio waves relieved back pain in 90 percent of patients.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The quickest way to help teens get more sleep is for schools to change when classes begin.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Teens, particularly girls, who spend more time on their phones are more likely to be depressed, even suicidal.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People forced to go through a day without their phones made some telling discoveries.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Some bosses are approachable; others keep more of a distance. The choice can make a difference in the kind of work that gets done.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Apps can help people with mental health problems get the support they need.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cinnamon contains a compound that has the potential to amp up the body's fat-burning system.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Aerobic exercise beefs up an area of the brain tied to memory and Alzheimer's disease.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Certain video games reward memory, strategy and planning, and reflect players' IQs. Others don't.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Meltdowns are hard to bear. Have a game plan for keeping it together to help your child and keep you sane.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Speed eating leads to overeating and metabolic issues. Teach yourself to slow down and enjoy your meal even more
Read more >Neil Wagner
Painted mugs and glassware can contain dangerous levels of two chemicals. What matters is where the paint is.
Read more >Neil Wagner
White working class Americans feel like a lot of non-whites do -- left out of the economic progress they read about.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People under stress calm down over three times faster when they are exposed to this type of light.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
There's walking and then there's walking. A stroll around the block is not necessarily going to yield the health benefits you want.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Actual human interaction has benefits that texts and social media can't duplicate.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Give whole grains in bread, pastas and salads a chance. You'll lose weight and reduce your risk of diabetes and colorectal cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Being able to suppress unwanted thoughts helps us cope with stress. Now we know more about how the brain makes this happen.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When co-workers are friendly, motivation and productivity go up. But certain kinds of work require a different dynamic.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Human papilloma virus can bring on cell changes that lead to cancer. How we can raise vaccination rates.
Read more >Leslie Carr
There's a new cholesterol-lowering drug available, but most people's insurers won't pay for it, even when it would clearly help.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
People who pursue a tan, even knowing the risk of skin cancer, may be self-treating for depression.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People who smoke pot have more sex than those who don't. Or do they just say they do?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who have inflammatory bowel syndromes may be focused on the wrong end of their bodies.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
This brain network kicks in when we don't need to pay close attention, allowing our minds to wander.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Having kids tests the balance of work and responsibility in couples' relationships. Wives usually end up doing more than their husbands.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Noise, crowding and pollution all stress city dwellers' brains. But when there's a forest or park nearby, things change.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Unnecessary tests harm patients and hospitals' bottom lines.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The hormonal changes of menopause wreak havoc on women's brains, making them twice as likely as men to develop AD.
Read more >Leslie Carr
We can hear the emotional content of interactions better when we aren't looking.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Bullying's effects on kids' mental health are both better and worse than we expect.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Raising the retirement age for Social Security should save money, but it just brings older, sicker people into the system.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Common proton pump inhibitors like Nexium or Prilosec can harm gut bacteria and increase the risk of liver disease.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Lack of sleep can leave you vulnerable to depression, paranoia and hallucinations. Online treatment seems to help.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids become picky eaters for a number of reasons. Genes seem to play a role...along with issues of control.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Your sense of smell is directly connected to your brain, making it a potential indicator of how well that organ is working.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Given the opioid epidemic, doctors are re-thinking the amount of painkiller prescribed after surgery.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who exercise one to two hours a week have a much lower risk for depression than those who are sedentary.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
There was an "epidemic" rise in the rates of several sexually-transmitted infections last year, all treatable.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A Canadian program combines running and social support to help people quit. The results are impressive.
Read more >Leslie Carr
People who are prone to worry waste a lot of mental energy. Here's a way to reboot your brain.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Good news for women suffering from hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Letting your kids see you struggle turns out to be a really good way to teach them to persist.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Too much or too little of this mineral seems to promote dementia and Alzheimers' disease.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Every year new students and new hires at various companies have to contend with the feeling that everyone knows each other -- except them.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids praised for being smart are more likely to cheat or give up. Here's what to do instead.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Doctors trained to look at art tend to be better observers of the humans in their examining rooms.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Close friends are good for your long-term health. The opposite is also true.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A nationwide study in the U.S. finds that stricter gun laws reduce ER admissions and deaths.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Watching TV, especially at night, is a big reason many seniors have trouble walking. Here's why.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The nutrition assistance program doesn't begin to cover the cost of a diet that satisfies government guidelines. Is it good enough?
Read more >Neil Wagner
If backpacks don't fit right, or weigh too much, they can cause back problems. Tips from an orthopedist.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You can cut your colorectal cancer risk by eating more whole grains and less of these foods.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Many new mothers experience some form of postpartum mood disorder. Yet few seek help.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The chemicals commonly used to make furniture and baby products fire-proof can in vitro fertilization difficult to achieve.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It's not about their brains after all. It's about curiosity and exploration. Parents can help.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Seniors, don't just eat protein once or twice a day. To prevent frailty, it's better to eat some at every meal.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If you use consumer reviews to make buying decisions, here's why you may be making poor choices.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Believing you are smart and believing you can work your way to an intelligent solution are two very different things.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Moderate drinkers seem to enjoy certain health benefits. But heavy drinkers are considerably less fortunate.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating breakfast helps kids do better in school, and now it appears it does something even more important.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Your risk for breast cancer goes up with your nighttime exposure to artificial light. Shift workers are especially vulnerable.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Being mindful of the urge to drink can be an excellent way to reduce your consumption.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating foods that pack lots of nutrients in each calorie can cut your risk of cancer.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Having close friends, more than being part of a peer group, gives teens a hedge against self-doubt, depression and anxiety.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having a spouse or partner who supports you not only encourages you to seek opportunity, it brings happiness.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Almonds help your good cholesterol rid your body of bad cholesterol.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Comparison shopping is fine for electronics or groceries, but what about healthcare?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Pushing away feelings you'd rather not have can backfire. To boost your well-being, embrace them.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Pregnancy can play havoc with a woman's blood sugar, but what happens between pregnancies may be just as important.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Close relationships tend to reflect the attachment styles of those in them. So do those on social media.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall can help people with ADHD focus. They may have other benefits, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
It's not just about exercise. Your sense of how fit you are, or aren't, has a big effect on your health and longevity.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Drinking a sugary beverage with a high protein meal reduces your body's ability to break down fat. And the pounds pile on.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The best way to avoid brain shrinkage in middle age is to take these steps in your 20s.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Here's another reason to watch your weight and diet when pregnant: it can leave your child vulnerable to depression.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Using your money to buy services that free up your time isn't lazy -- it's wise.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Every woman alive goes through the transition to menopause. It can take years. Hot flashes are just one of the many unpleasant symptoms.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Want to improve your diet and health? Pick small changes you can stick with, a Harvard study finds.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Parkinson's patients are nearly four times likelier to have a melanoma. Having a melanoma also raises the risk of Parkinson's.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Artificial sweeteners are not a free ride. They tend to make people crave sweets, leading to weight gain and worse.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Personal sound amplification devices are likely to become available the way reading glasses are.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Not all largely vegetarian diets are especially good for you. Some plant-based diets are bad for your heart.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The American Heart Association's new advisory should help clear up confusion about which fats to eat and which to avoid.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Two big studies find that coffee's benefits know no racial or ethnic boundaries. Coffee drinkers live longer, period.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Air pollution is down, but fine particles remain a major health threat.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Generosity -- and it doesn't take much -- makes us happier. Brain scans show how it works.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Everyone knows how good breastfeeding is for babies. It may benefit moms as much as it does infants.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A study in mice finds those with an enhanced sense of smell gained more weight; those with no sense of smell lost it. A new diet strategy?
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with mild cognitive impairment tend to forget things. There's a game that seems to help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Parents can be too supportive, at least in a study of third graders. But the issue may be trickier than that.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Scientists may have found a way to catch Alzheimer's early and reduce its effects.
Read more >Aditya Khetan MBBS, Richard A Josephson MS MD, and Sri Krishna Madan Mohan MBBS, MRCP, FACC
Keeping hypertension under control protects your health. So why do so many fail to do it? Part 2.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Are you holding on to too much stuff? Here's a way to honor sentimental items of clothing or toys without succumbing to clutter.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If one member of a couple worries too much about the attachment of his or her partner, it can cause problems.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Even skeptics who suggest that insurance doesn't improve outcomes sign up for insurance if they can get it.
Read more >Aditya Khetan MBBS, Richard A Josephson MS MD, and Sri Krishna Madan Mohan MBBS, MRCP, FACC
Aging makes hypertension more likely. Reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Know how to take your pressure properly.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Some parents are choosing to skip diapers altogether and using elimination communication to get their babies to go.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Yoga faces off against physical therapy as an low-cost way to treat lower back pain. The results are impressive.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Two studies find that kids with higher levels of this antioxidant do better academically.
Read more >Neil Wagner
In Canada the costs of healthcare means limits to dental coverage. It also inspires comparisons.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Everyone is an expert when it comes to raising kids. What's a mother to do about the criticism -- well-intentioned or not?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Kids and teens are only about as active as the average 60-year-old, according to a new study.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Potatoes can be good for you, but they can also send you to an early grave. How you cook them is what counts.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When veggies sound like an indulgence -- chipotle-roasted corn, sizzling green beans -- they go over a lot better.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Baseball players' reaction times improved when they got an extra hour of sleep. Stress and fatigue went down, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Not everyone should be a dog owner, but seniors who have dogs get a lot more exercise than those who don't.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Nutrients in fruits and vegetables contain compounds that can kill prostate and other cancer cells.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Parents who believe their actions affect their kids have kids with fewer problems and more resilience.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Mindless munching really packs on the pounds. Paying attention to emotional eating can be game-changing.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
They pose special risks for young brains and minds. Set some limits and follow them yourself.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Protecting your skin from damaging UV rays begins with hats, sunglasses, and picking the right sunscreen.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Whole grain bread is better, right? Not so fast. The nutritional benefits of bread are actually more individual than anyone thought.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Measles is highly contagious and picked up during travel. Check your immunity before going on vacation.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It had been thought that teens' brains shrink during adolescence. That’s far from true.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
If you've been giving your little one juice in his or her sippy cup, it's time to reconsider. Check out the AAP's new guidelines.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Giving your child a toy he or she can talk to sounds ideal, until you consider privacy and hacking.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Aging adults need more protein to fight illness and stay strong. Few get enough.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Fiddling with hand-held toys can be therapeutic. The idea is they focus attention and reduce anxiety. But is this always the case?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The joint damage aging often brings appears to be less the result of wear and tear and more about reversible changes at the cellular level.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Farms and families throw out lots of food. Discarded nutrients could help feed millions of Americans.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When Harvard researchers looked at how the ACA has affected the health of low-income adults, this is what they found.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Being active is linked to greater well-being and less depression. The real news is it doesn’t take much.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Raising children on a vegan diet poses special nutritional challenges. Given picky eaters and other issues, it's harder than you may think.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Staying out of the sun and sunblock cut your risk of skin cancer, but they can also contribute to vitamin D deficiency and celiac disease.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Free speech is often used after the fact to justify, or some might say, sanctify, racist comments.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Marijuana and the capsaicin in hot peppers get your gut and your brain talking to each other. A very good thing.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Is our focus on reducing saturated fat blinding us to the importance of a healthier lifestyle? Some think so.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Taking a picture of your meal and posting it to social media brings diet support -- and accuracy.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Children who find it hard to handle their emotions are more likely to become overweight. There is a simple way for parents to help.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Even if you don't allow smoking around your kids, the toxic chemicals in cigarette smoke linger, affecting their health.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Walking to work is good for your health, but biking to work packs an even bigger health punch.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Using food to soothe kids is likely to lead to emotional eating and weight gain.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What if everything we thought we knew about salt and blood pressure turns out to be wrong?
Read more >Neil Wagner
In the works: glasses that adjust the way your eyes' natural lenses do.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Diet soda seems to age the brain. Both dementia and stroke risk increased with soda consumption.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A set of new findings has completely changed our understanding of what too much salt does to your body.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
In your 40s and worried about dementia? Try to reduce these cardiovascular risk factors.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Diets high in saturated fats actually damage cartilage and joints. Other fats appear to be protective.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Bigger, more graphic, warnings on cigarette packs reduce smoking. But the U.S. tobacco industry is blocking them. The public is not pleased.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You can fix biorhythms thrown off by shift work, travel or late nights in front of a screen and lose weight at the same time.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
What motivates us changes as we progress toward our goals. It pays to know the difference.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Playing video games is significantly associated with sexist attitudes, a French study has found. It's about how women are depicted.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A handful of peanuts with a meal can keep fatty deposits from sticking to your arteries.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
For many women vacation is a time of sexual exploration. While this can be empowering, it also brings risks.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Enrichment doesn't have to cost money. Trusting, deep relationships at school can have a huge academic impact.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Company programs to help workers lose weight not only benefit workers' health, they add to hours on the job.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Running a marathon is hard on your body, but the toll it takes on your kidneys is just being explored.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Competing guidelines for the use of statins in people with atherosclerosis may leave African Americans less protected.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Most of the injuries to infants and toddlers happen at home and involve products designed for child safety. What parents need to look for.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Workers in both blue and white collar jobs are looking over their shoulders, worried that robots will replace them.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Home-cooked meals used to be prized; now they are seen as inconvenient. But the health benefits of eating at home are undeniable.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Too few heart attack patients exercise the way they should. Sure, they're worried, but they still need rehab. It can make a big difference.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A study proves it may be possible, with intensive therapy, to reverse type 2 diabetes. No meds necessary.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Labels promoting "low content" are best seen as marketing tactics, not as signs of healthful products. Read carefully.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People are having sex less often. And it's not about work...or age.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Not eating enough food high in nutrients harms the heart as much as eating too much food high in empty calories and fat.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women seem to be at greater risk for sports-related concussions than men are. A study starts to unpack why this is.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Baby boomers are supposed to have a one-time screening for hep C. So why aren't they getting it?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating less gives your cells, especially your ribosomes, a rest and slows the aging process.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
People who are really, seriously, trying to lose weight often find their willpower tested in this situation. Avoidance is one strategy.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Both high- and low-intensity courses in yoga and breathing techniques helped people suffering from depression.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Even though most parents know what their kids should eat, they often don't push the issue, preferring the path of least resistance.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Reducing the amount of red meat you eat isn't just good for your health, it's good for the environment, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The risk of colorectal cancer is going down, except for people under 50. For them, it's going up.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Too many parents store opioid pain relievers where kids and teens can get them.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Everyone wants to know why some stories go viral. Brain scans offer an answer.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Weighing the pros and cons of treatment options is not easy for patients, particularly when they are reeling from a cancer diagnosis.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Time to get smart about nutritional fads like juicing and gluten-free diets. Doctors stand up for what is and isn't proven to work.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Nearly 80 percent of Americans are deficient in vitamin D, putting them at risk for fragile bones as they age. Here's what helps.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A study done in mice finds that niacin — vitamin B3 — not only prevents destruction of the optic nerve, it reverses it.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The American Heart Association offers way to tweak your eating habits to keep the pounds off.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Selfies are fun when you are the one taking them. Others' selfies are another story.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Bullying doesn’t just harm kids' self-esteem; it hurts kid’s grades, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Women take note: it's possible to plug the vas deferens so sperm can't get out. And the procedure may even be reversible
Read more >Neil Wagner
Yes, smoking is down, but it has seemingly nothing to do with e-cigarettes.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Some surprising — and fulfilling — ways to reduce your chances of cognitive impairment.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
With kids, personality traits are pretty contagious. So it matters who their friends are.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Chemicals in fast food wrappers can remain in your body for up to 10 years.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Protein builds muscle and muscle keeps seniors on their feet. But which is better — vegetable protein or that from meat or fish?
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When overweight people are stereotyped as incompetent, lazy or ugly, it's bad for their mental and physical health.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Obesity's effects on health cut across medical areas, so doctors tend not to be trained or tested about it.
Read more >Leslie Carr
We all make mistakes. Some of us are better about using them to good advantage, however. Here's why.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Time outs are an effective way to discipline bad behavior, but you need to know how to give them.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Meditation and music both appear to help preserve memory in the aging brain.
Read more >Neil Wagner
If you are struggling with weight loss or fitness goals, check out the nearest gym. It could make all the difference.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
High tech baby monitors use sensors to keep track of respiration and heart rate. They may not help and can make parents crazy.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You can inoculate yourself against fake news. It starts with knowing that it's out there.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When 7-year-olds are asked to pick someone really smart, they choose differently than they did when they were five.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When an out-of network doctor puts you out, the bill can knock you out all over again.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Many parents see emotional turmoil as just part of adolescence. But it may be a sign of something more serious that therapy can change.
Read more >Leslie Carr
The anxiety and depression that can haunt new mothers are finally receiving the attention they deserve.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Alcohol may make you unable to forget. And this matters for people with PTSD.
Read more >Neil Wagner
As meat consumption goes up, so does the risk of diverticulitis. A coincidence? Or a connection?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When fathers read with their children, instead of to them, it's a win-win.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If your exercise regimen is pretty much confined to weekends, don't feel too bad. You are still getting some major health benefits.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
This micromineral helps us repair damaged DNA and makes a big difference in our health. Can you guess what it is?
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
People in their 30s and 40s can have high LDL cholesterol, too. Yet often they don't get the treatment they need.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Yes, lots of us are short on time. But if prepared foods are your only meal plan, it's time to make a change.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Fifty-two countries have laws against spanking. Not only does spanking not work, a study finds, it may bring on some undesirable behaviors.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
No-cal beverages tend to trigger overeating, and they damage the environment. Tap water is a far better bet.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Miscarriage is heartbreaking. For some women the end of disappointment may be in sight.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Breast milk is spectacularly good for infants, but it doesn't offer enough vitamin D...unless mothers take one of these steps.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Clinicians have designed a set of apps to reduce depression and anxiety. They seem to help.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A Mediterranean diet can help keep your brain sharper, a study of people over 70 shows. Brain scans prove it.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Infants born to overweight parents are at risk for developmental delays in a number of areas.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Lutein, an antioxidant found in brightly colored fruits and vegetables, beefs up the brain — and memory.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Managers who encourage policies that get workers to know each other have employees who learn more and faster on the job.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Your gum disease may be putting you at risk for rheumatoid arthritis. One bacteria in particular appears to play a big role.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Fitness apps are getting better at tracking our health and activity. It's like having an MD by your side.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What's the best way to lose weight in the New Year? Here are some answers.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Magnesium can cut your chances of a heart attack or stroke, as well as making other healthy contributions. Here's how to get it.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Cigarette smoke contains lots of chemicals, not just nicotine. Think ammonia, arsenic, formaldehyde, hydrogen cyanide, lead and uranium.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Don't let Holiday Heart Syndrome land you or a loved one in the ER this season.
Read more >Neil Wagner
There are basically two types of bad bosses — those who are dysfunctional and those who are are much darker.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Most meals marketed to teens and kids have way more calories than they should. What to look for.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It's more fun doing something on the fly, improvising, than following a master plan. Keep things loose.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Icy conditions can be treacherous. Some boot treads help keep you upright better than others.
Read more >Neil Wagner
There's too little handwashing going on at many daycare sites, and kids pay the price.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Time in the sun during childhood and adolescence seems to bring better eyesight later in life. Just don't forget the sunblock.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Childhood vaccinations don't cause autism spectrum disorders. But what about moms' flu vaccines?
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with severe depression who didn't respond to antidepressants were helped by these breathing techniques.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Low-fat milk appears to be making kids fat, yes, fat.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
High density lipoprotein is not as bad for your heart as LDL cholesterol. But it may not be as good we think.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fatty foods like chips, burgers and fries can rob teens' brains of a protein key to development.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Even when it's locked and off, your cell phone reveals a lot about you — like what you ate, the places you've been.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women over 60 benefit from breast reconstruction just as much as younger women do.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A drug commonly used for ADHD seems to make recovering from anesthesia much easier.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Higher doses statins can significantly prolong life, even for those over 75.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Not only are we more connected than ever, our own online devices may be stalking us.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
New guidelines to guard against sudden infant death suggest that babies are safer in your room.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Food cooked over low heat does not develop the dangerous trans fats that grilled, broiled and fried foods do.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Simply adding eggs to salads greatly increases your absorption of two key nutrients.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When people over 40 start bicycling — even a little — a variety of heart-protective measures improve.
Read more >Neil Wagner
In kindergarten, girls and boys are equals when it comes to math. But by second grade...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Want to up your fitness? Get a little more competitive.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Rather than telling people to eat less fat, the guidelines suggest foods to eat.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Many parents don't realize how easy it is to help kids learn to read, but their involvement makes a huge difference.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Ten minutes of exercise three times a day is way better for diabetics than one 30-minute session once a day.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People who are active on Facebook and other networking sites tend to live longer. Coincidence? Probably not.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Excess weight brings on inflammation inside your body. That's bad for your brain and mental abilities.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The health costs of toxic chemicals like pesticides and flame retardants can exceed $340 billion a year.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Lying gets easier if you do it enough, British researchers have found. It's like any habit.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When children don't get enough sleep, they don't just get cranky; they eat much, much more.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
First you need a plan. Setting limits now will pay off. These guidelines will get you on your way.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Finding the right treatment for depression is not easy. Researchers may have found a way.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Parents now have to juggle the demands of their children with those of their electronic devices.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Liver damage from herbal and other supplements has doubled in the past decade.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A lack of vitamin D in umbilical cord tissue can result in fewer fetal blood stem cells and the potential for problems later in life.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
First heart attacks are most likely to occur when these two triggers occur together. You can bring both under better control.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It is too easy to overdose a child without meaning to. A report in Pediatrics explains why.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Depression is an under-appreciated side effect of hormonal contraception. Certain women are especially vulnerable.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When measuring doses for children, there's a right way and a way that almost guarantees you'll get it wrong.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
There are lots of reasons too many people over 50 are inactive, but it's easy to build activity into your life.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It turns out to be a good idea to expose kids to eggs, peanuts and other foods linked to allergies — even gluten.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A study finds carcinogens and endocrine disruptors in household dust -- all over the country.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Teens have some pretty good reasons for giving their sexual education programs low marks.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Hearing problems like tinnitus now appear to reflect subtle noise damage routine exams often miss. Are you guilty of ear abuse?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A 45% reduced conception rate is clear evidence for why women — and men — need to take stress reduction seriously.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When kids look at laser pointers, severe and lasting eye damage is often the result.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Giving students standing desks to use during the school day makes a big difference in BMIs and obesity.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
There's a surprising way to reduce kids' anxiety before surgery, no drugs required.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The brain rarely births new cells — except in one very important area.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Less than a third of the people in the U.S. who are depressed get treatment. Guess who's most affected?
Read more >Neil Wagner
There's a good reason the antibacterial soaps and body washes on drugstore shelves will have to be reformulated or removed within a year.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Most seniors are happier than people in their 20s and 30s, making them an untapped resource for the mental health of young adults.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A simple change to kids' football practice routines can reduce the risk of brain injury by over a third.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Women who were abused in childhood don't live as long as those who weren't. Men are less affected.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Teens who are overweight often turn to extreme dieting. The result? An eating disorder. Family meals help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Houseplants can play an important role in air quality — as filters for common household chemicals.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When nutrition advice is tailored to an individual's needs, it has a much bigger impact on diet and health.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Meats are killers. Here's a game plan to help you begin to move to a more plant-based diet.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Latinos age more slowly and live longer than members of other ethnic groups do. It's called the “Hispanic Paradox.”
Read more >Neil Wagner
Women with ADHD tend to live in poverty, suffer from anxiety and depression, and fly under the radar of mental health programs.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women's biological clocks speed up with early menopause — before age 51 — and sleep problems.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Being overweight can age your brain 10 years.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Kids like e-cigarettes mostly because they seem cool. But are e-cigs safer than smoking tobacco?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Background noise makes it hard for toddlers to pick up language. So turn off the TV.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Some jobs require hours of sitting, and that's bad for your health. Luckily, there's an antidote.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Among millennials with poor job prospects, marriage may be out of the question, but having children isn't.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
There are a lot of claims made regarding the risks and benefits of hormone replacement. A big study takes one off the list.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The U.S. government gives farmers subsidies to grow the crops that make us fat.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When business execs had to evaluate candidates, they thought their instincts would work. Turns out they were wrong.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Many of the injuries high school football players suffer are the result of the surfaces they play on and could be avoided.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Patients on painkillers after surgery run the risk of addiction.
Read more >Neil Wagner
No-calorie sweeteners can wreak metabolic disaster. They fool the tastebuds, but not the brain.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
More evidence that if you market veggies like snack foods, kids will come.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The Zika virus has killed an elderly person in Utah and infected another. The CDC is investigating.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Binge-eating disorder is not just about out-of-control eating. It takes an emotional toll, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The sunscreens we like may not give us adequate protection, depending on what we're doing outdoors.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating well now may be what makes it possible to live on your own later in life.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Alcohol consumption is a topic that often doesn't come up at doctor's visits, and it should.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new app to track women's monthly cycles could help you get pregnant — or avoid it.
Read more >Maxwell J. Mehlman, J.D.
Corporate wellness programs can help; they can also be punitive and invade privacy.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When healthy foods are marketed more like processed foods, shoppers buy more of them.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A study finds we are over-treating type 2 diabetes especially in seniors.
Read more >Leslie Carr
The active compound in marijuana — THC — may prevent the brain detritus that causes Alzheimer's.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women in cardiac arrest are 30% less likely to have an angiogram or angioplasty than men. Now the question is, why?
Read more >Neil Wagner
We all know we should walk more, but many find it hard to do. What if your cardiologist joined you?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Children's food environments, especially their route home from school, can build healthy or unhealthy snacks into their diets.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A review of anxiety research from around the world finds who is more likely to be anxious.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Making art helps reduce stress — it doesn't matter whether you are good at it or not.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Breastfeeding and avoiding antibiotics are two ways parents can safeguard the diversity of their children's gut microbes.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Studies showing that this vitamin improves health may be flawed, but does that mean they're wrong?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Don't think hands-free will make you safer behind the wheel. Your brain has just so much bandwidth.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Looking for for work is nobody's idea of a good time. But you can prevent yourself from sabotaging your best efforts.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Parents of overweight teens may be tempted to remind/nag their children not to eat. Don't. Do this.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Pop stars who promote soda and other unhealthy foods don't mean to add to the burden of teen obesity, but they do.
Read more >Neil Wagner
From nurses to stone masons, workers reported what their superiors do that increases job dissatisfaction and lowers morale.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Teenagers drive more — and cause more accidents — during the summer. Parents can do a lot to reduce the risk.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
We only need minute amounts of this mineral, but it appears to play a huge role in our ability to burn fat.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Of all the factors researchers explored, fiber intake made the biggest difference in how well a person aged.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The FDA wants snack food makers to cut the salt in their products. Good luck with that.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
It's easy to send a selfie of that mole or skin tag to a telehealth site, but it may not be smart.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The way you handle disputes with your partner can show up as health issues down the road.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The water may be fine, but pools, spas and water parks can also be havens for water-borne pathogens.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A gluten-free diet can be life-saving if you have celiac disease, but it can cause nutritional deficiencies in others.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Wire bristles from the brushes used to clean grills can land people in the hospital.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Mothers' weight gain during pregnancy actually changes their babies' metabolisms.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A good old age may not mean being free of ailments. More important are seniors' mobility and sociability.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Everyone knows exercise is good for them, but it's even better than you think.
Read more >Neil Wagner
XPL is an invisible, elastic, polymer that when applied to skin, tightens it and makes wrinkles disappear.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
They are more common that even doctors believed, and are likely to be missed — unless you know what to look for or check an EKG.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Drinking artificially sweetened beverages during pregnancy makes infants likelier to be overweight.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Cutting your daily calories by as little as 12 percent can increase your energy, happiness, sex drive, and yes, weight loss.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Skip the brain-training. Yoga and meditation can do more for your mood and memory.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A Mayo Clinic study finds that eating meat regularly shortens life spans.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Over 2,200 doctors sign a proposal for a single-payer healthcare plan.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Getting your heart rate up for intervals of just 20 seconds can offer benefits equaling those of much longer workouts.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Certain nutraceuticals — omega-3s and others — can boost the effectiveness of antidepressants.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Obesity is the product of many influences. The family is one of the best places to counteract them.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Children's ability to pay attention appears to be affected by the amount of attention their parents pay to things.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Vegetable oils are not as heart-healthy as we thought.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Supportive parenting actually leaves its mark on key areas of kids' brains, making them better able to handle stress and emotion.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating a baseball-sized serving of fresh fruit every day is the quickest way to cut your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Social networking sites like Yelp can help you pick a hospital as well as a restaurant.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Vegans tend to be healthier, but even they need to be on the lookout for a number of nutritional deficiencies.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Hikers and runners fear them; women in heels invite them. A simple new way to prevent most blisters.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Hormone replacement therapy can help reduce atherosclerosis if it is started early in menopause.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Beans, or legumes, are filling, nutritious and low-fat, making them the perfect diet food. Don't overlook what they can do.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Ear infections are down in the U.S. thanks to less smoking, more breastfeeding and some precautions all parents can take.
Read more >Neil Wagner
“Evergreening,” a process that is far less friendly than it sounds, is the reason insulin prices have tripled.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Mammograms may predict coronary arterial calcification.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Exposing children to peanuts may help prevent serious allergic reactions, but talk with your pediatrician first.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
There's a big difference between letting your mind wander and having it take off on its own.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A diet high in vitamin C-containing fruits and vegetables can cut the risk of cataracts by a third.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Oxytocin is known as the love hormone, but it may also predict new mothers' vulnerability to depression.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The fear of a fall can leave seniors housebound. But even those who have had a fall can recover balance with the help of this ancient art.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Parents, the decision not to vaccinate your child can put others at risk.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You can't really have too much water, and what it does to lower cholesterol and calorie consumption is all good news.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Almost any kind of exercise -- including gardening and dancing -- can help fend off cognitive impairment, even after it has begun.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Everyone who works on a team tends to over-estimate their own contribution and under-estimate everyone else's.
Read more >Neil Wagner
However well-intentioned, you really shouldn't tell a friend on a diet that ice cream is a bad idea.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Conventional wisdom has it that people with lots of moles need to be extra worried about skin cancer. But other factors are more important.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Smartphones can give us physical directions, but they are pathetic at emotional support.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Worried about how much time you spend on your phone or computer? Here's one way to think about it.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Yogurt and other dairy products can help lower blood pressure. The effect is especially strong in women.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The responsibility for most global warming doesn't rest with China or industry or even automobiles.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The less you sleep, the more calories you tend to consume because your brain is unable to regulate appetite.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Overdoses and deaths from anti-anxiety drugs like Xanax and Valium are way up. Here's why.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating fish twice a week reduces the brain changes associated with Alzheimer's.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Where to go to find the most unintentional gun deaths, fatal police encounters and traffic fatalities.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Good news for people struggling to lose weight: even small losses can bring serious health benefits.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sex lives and mood improved when older men with low T used testosterone gel.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The sports nutrition market including supplements posted sales of $6.3 billion in 2014. The question is, do supplements help?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Barley reduces blood sugar, the risk of diabetes and heart disease, and it leaves you feeling full.
Read more >Neil Wagner
New brain research offers more insight into where rage comes from, and how it's kept in check.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Exercise and meditation, used together, can be an effective one-two punch for depression.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Instead of paying employees to lose weight, it may be better for companies to fine them if they don't.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Heart attacks in women can be sneaky. Know the warning signs.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The brains of people who are fit are bigger than those who aren't.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating a fiber-rich diet as a teenager, with plenty of fruits and vegetables and whole grains, can reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Not only do dogs learn new tricks, they have things to teach us, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Tanning salon regulars raise their risk of melanoma by 500%.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Diet plans are easy to sell, and that, not weight-loss, may be their point.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
People gain an average of just under a pound during a vacation. They rarely take the weight off.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Our brains like rewards — a glass of wine, a piece of cake. This can distract us from making better choices.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Pregnant women who eat more fish have children who grow up to be smarter.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Supposedly safer, BPA alternatives like BPS still seem to disrupt our hormones.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Nicotine patches, nicotine gum and varenicline, better known as Chantix, are tested head-to-head.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Patient confidentiality is a a big reason many teens and young adults avoid going for HIV testing.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The water in hookahs cools tobacco smoke, but the pipes deliver huge amounts of tar and nicotine.
Read more >Enoch B. Kassa, M.D and Yang Sun, M.D., Ph.D.
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness around the world even though they are usually fully correctable with surgery.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Good Old Garlic
Aged garlic extract can not only slow the advancement of atherosclerosis, but also reverse the early stages of heart disease
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating out can make dietary self control especially difficult. Restaurant meals tend to be big, and tempt us when we are vulnerable.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You can trick your activity tracker, but probably not for long.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Sometimes it's hard to keep kids from drinking sugary beverages. Warning labels on soft drinks can help.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Why do people go to the doctor hoping to make cold symptoms disappear when it doesn't work and can be dangerous?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Being overweight takes a toll on your body that may last longer than we expect.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's better for heart health to focus on eating enough polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs) than to worry about cutting out saturated fats.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Pregnant women may want to cut down on their potato consumption. The tuber may raise the risk of gestational diabetes.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Men who eat more fruit are at far less risk for erectile problems. It's all in the flavonoids.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A lack of fiber doesn't just hurt our own digestion. It imperils the intestines of generations to come.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Subtle changes in pH balance can affect the longevity of older people — even if they are in good health.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Having a social network of friends does good things for your health. But at certain ages quality matters more than quantity.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Mexico's tax on sugary beverages has had an impressive impact on consumption and, hopefully, health
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Ultrasounds catch breast cancer early just as well as a mammogram does. And they cost far less.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Even before they can talk, babies are picking up communication skills. So do talking toys help?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
They're coming — diets that take into account your body's particular way of using food and exercise.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Birth rates in the EU and other developed nations are back to the low levels of a century ago.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It's important to see a doctor when you are pregnant, but it may be even better to do it with other mothers-to-be.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Doctor visits are a prime time for teens to take charge of their health. Parents can be obstacles.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The holidays pose dangerous opportunity for cats and dogs.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Feeling down won't make you unhealthy. In fact, it is likely the other way around.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Could phobias be treated in as little as one session? Research is starting to say ‘yes.’
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Infants who gain too much weight in the first months of life are far more likely to go on to develop type 1 diabetes.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People who watch a lot of TV are less able to plan, problem-solve or process info quickly.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The size of an order of fries has tripled in the past 50 years. Time to go retro.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Domineering, angry workers are not good for a company's bottom line.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You probably don't want to believe everything you read when it comes to claims about foods.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Programs like Meals on Wheels do more than provide nutrition. They help combat loneliness.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fathers' sperm help determine a child's weight long before a baby is born.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The emotional aspects of food and eating are often overlooked when people are trying to diet.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The holidays bring out the best in those for whom shopping is a competitive sport.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Parents think they are doing a good thing when they put soft bumpers in their children's cribs. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Elite athletes who eat a diet low in carbs burn fat at a much higher rate than those who pursue carb-loading.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Smokeless tobacco, such as chewing tobacco, may be even worse for your health than lighting up.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sitting is, of course, bad for those with heart problems, too. Learn from the ways women over 60 are more active than men.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Light therapy appears to help even those with non-seasonal depression.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
High expectations can be good for kids. But when they are unrealistic, they can backfire.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You need to know if you are getting enough trace minerals like copper, selenium, and magnesium.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Millennials have grown up with fitness apps, farm shares, and online health sites. So are they healthier? Not necessarily...
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A bit of attention to what you child eats in the morning can make a difference in their GPA.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Having sex once a week is a good recipe for a happy relationship.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Your child's daycare facility may reserve time for exercise outside, but that doesn't mean it happens.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Go ahead, have that second or third cup of joe. It seems to lead to a longer life.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having trouble disconnecting your brain from work? Some simple steps can help.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Prescription painkillers have created a spike in opioid addiction. Women are leading the way.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Simply reducing sugar in the diets of children who are overweight changes their metabolism for the better.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Seasonal affective disorder is often treated with light, but something else seems to work better.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The isoflavones in soy products — and some foods — can offer thinning bones the help they need.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
If you’re trying to calm your baby, try singing. It works even better than talking.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A review of the success rates of people on low-fat and low-carb diets comes up with some good ideas.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Public health campaigns that use fear to spark change are controversial. But they may actually work.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Finding it hard to exercise? An online buddy can really help get you out the door.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Parents caught in the undertow of adolescent mood swings take heart: they don't last forever. But for some, problems may run deeper.
Read more >Sabriya Stukes
Some seniors on blood pressure and diabetes medications can end up dangerously over-medicated.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A form of vitamin B3, nicotinamide, can reduce the risk of certain skin cancers. It's also safe and inexpensive.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders — FASD — are entirely preventable, but they cannot be cured.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The weight of family members can be predicted by what's on the kitchen counter. Cereal? Snacks? Soda? Fruit?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Snubbing by cell phone — phubbing — is bad for relationships.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The American Cancer Society has revised its guidelines on breast cancer. Forget self-exams.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who meditate or do yoga use far fewer healthcare services than those who don't. Insurers, take note.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Smoking pot and drinking alcohol increase the likelihood students will have sex. More concerning is which students are having the most unprotected sex.
Read more >Sabriya Stukes
It's not hard to protect your family from the bacteria that can lurk in caramel apples.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Anti-bullying laws really can make a difference. Many states are having success. Here's how.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Dads beat Moms when it comes to reading at bedtime. Their style is best for kids’ language development.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You don't have to go hungry to be healthy. You can feel full — and satisfied — without meat. Try it for one meal a week.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When celebrities come forward about health concerns, the public gets informed.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Infants with a particular mix of microbes are less likely to develop asthma.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Try this app and you may find yourself staring at a photo of you mindlessly nibbling while pumping gas.
Read more >Cathy G. Benninger, RN, MS, CNP and Jennifer W. McCallister, MD, FACP, FCCP
Asthma's symptoms and severity can change, so management is an ongoing process.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
There’s been a lot of flip-flopping on dietary fats in recent years. Here’s where we really are.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Infants with jaundice may no longer need to spend extra time in the hospital. And that's good news for new parents.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Having sex if you've had heart problems is generally safe. Ask your doctor if he or she doesn't bring it up.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The Mediterranean Diet is good for the heart, metabolism, keeping our brains healthy, and at least one form of cancer.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Late nights in front of a screen make it hard for teens to fall asleep. Parents may need to step in.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Getting a flu vaccine does more than protect you — it prevents the virus from endangering seniors in your community, too.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Amazingly, kids eat a healthier diet at day care than at home. And the extra calories they get at home are a major source of weight gain.
Read more >Neil Wagner
What countries are the best places to grow old? It depends on a how far pensions go, the social fabric, and some other intangibles.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Many school children don't have enough time to eat a decent lunch, even if they want to. They need 25 to 30 minutes.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When gun licensing is enacted, suicides drop by as much as 40 percent. It's the opposite when such laws are repealed.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The pressure to keep up with social media, particularly at night, does not do anything good for teens’ mental health.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Lowering blood pressure may be as simple as taking a nap. It's good for your heart, too.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When kids understand emotions better they can manage their own emotions and behavior better, too.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Soda and sports drinks don't just encourage obesity. They can raise blood fats to dangerous levels.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Back-to-school brings headaches for many kids. The stress and change of schedule are two reasons.
Read more >Neil Wagner
See how you stack up when it comes to the anxiety some feel when they can't find their phones.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Antibiotic use and overuse appear to either contribute to or serve as early signal for developing the most common form of diabetes.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cafeterias are putting more fruit and veggies on kids’ trays. But are they eating them?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids sit for hours and hours a day. Breaking up that time with a little activity can make a big difference.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Our rising obesity rates have led us to equate food with calories. But we really should be counting nutrients.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
E-cigarettes may be creating a new generation of smokers.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Would you walk 20 minutes a day to prevent heart problems? That's all it takes.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Working 10 to 15 hours of overtime each week greatly increases the risk of stroke and heart disease.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids eat less later when they eat more early in the day. Give your kid an egg for breakfast.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Younger brains are better at clearing away Alzheimer’s proteins than older brains. Is there anything we can do?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Coffee may prevent the recurrence of colon cancer. Talk to your doctor.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Some children love the taste and smell of food. This isn't bad, as long as parents help them learn to know when to stop.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Age-related Infertility may have less to do with eggs than the environment in which they live, suggesting a new route to IVF success.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
NFL players who started playing before age 12 brains' show more damage than those who began later.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It's fine to want to do a really good job, but constant perfectionistic worry about being judged can bring burnout.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When aging adults ate from a group of specific foods, it slowed the decline in their cognitive abilities.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Registered dietitian Beth Fontenot knows Southern cooking...and why it's one of the tastiest and unhealthiest cuisines around.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Mindfulness-based stress reduction helped ease veterans’ symptoms of post-traumatic stress.
Read more >Barbara L. Marshall, Ph.D.
More seniors are enjoying sex, but a worrisome emphasis on performance is creeping in.
Read more >Neil Wagner
What makes a millionaire decide to give? Their motives aren't the same as for the rest of us, a study finds.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Lots of kids are picky eaters. But selective eating can be a sign of a more serious set of issues.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Feminine hygiene products contain dangerous chemicals called phthalates. Don't bother. Your body does just fine on its own.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Bee colonies are collapsing worldwide. Now we may finally know why.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Summer vacation used to be full of activity, but screen time has changed that. What parents should do.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When kids play soccer, concussions are a worry. But parents may be looking in the wrong place to protect their kids.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Which takes more time — deciding to be generous or selfish? Brain scans tell the story.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Obesity is a growing worldwide phenomenon. Here's one of the reasons why.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Biological age can be twice (or half) that of chronological age. Why some age faster.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Symptom checkers help patients decide whether a trip to the ER or doctor is necessary. So how good are they?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding is on the rise, thanks to parents who refuse preventive treatment.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When you eat out, you consume far more fat, calories, and salt than when you eat at home. Fast food isn't even the biggest culprit.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Protein bars that are branded as “fitness” food are anything but.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Testosterone may not be the answer for men with ejaculation problems.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Daughters of mothers exposed to DDT are four times more likely to develop breast cancer.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When it comes to treating ourselves for good behavior (like remembering our bags) we are pretty resourceful.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What's the best way to get babies to like veggies? You can try being sneaky, or you can try a different way that seems to work.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating nuts is even better for you than previously thought. But more is not better, and peanut butter may not count.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Organized sports are one of the best ways to prepare young children for school. They help kids learn self control, among other qualities.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What you eat can affect your gut microbes and interfere with your ability to know you are full.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Drugs used to treat ADHD, depression and psychological problems interfere with sleep, and this is a problem for the developing brain.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's rarely recommended, but doing this every day could help you lose weight and keep it off.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A recent report finds that in women over 50 and under 70, mammograms save lives.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Behavioral economists have some interesting ideas about the best ways to improve our eating habits.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
People taking certain acid-reducers for heartburn or other digestive problems may be doubling their risk of heart attack.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The texting lane one university installed on its stairs was all in fun, but not everyone sees it that way.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Four decades of nutrition wisdom may be overturned when the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are released later this year.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Even when parents are warm and caring, their “helicoptering” can reduce self esteem — and worse.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When parents and therapists work with young children at home, one-on-one, benefits continue even after treatment has ended.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Adding this ingredient to your salad helps your body take advantage of more of its antioxidants and other nutrients.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Trans fats slow your memory just the same way they clog your heart.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The FDA has banned partially hydrogenated oils starting in 2018. What to look for until then.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When you feel anxious, sitting may seem like a good idea, but it could make it worse.
Read more >Neil Wagner
What if you doctor could see every virus your body has ever encountered in one drop of blood?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Ovulation dropped by 75% and more in women taking certain over-the-counter and prescription pain meds.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Alcohol use disorders are common and often come with mental and physical health problems.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Inadequate hydration affects children’s physical, emotional, and mental functioning. Ideas for helping kids get enough.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Hey, Boomers, stop complaining. What if you had had YouTube and video streaming at age 18?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Drunk daily, sugary beverages can bring on liver disease. Artificially-sweetened beverages are safer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Poor sleep may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease. But it’s not clear which comes first.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Guidelines for workers and employers to help get more people off their seats and on their feet.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Getting good sleep helps the brain form new memories, giving you even more justification for a nap.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A multinational study finds that in most places, cynics cooperate less and earn less money than their more optimistic peers.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The more noise from trains, planes and automobiles you hear daily, the bigger your waist, and the more belly fat you are likely to have.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Waiting a little longer to clamp the umbilical cord may help neurodevelopment – especially in boys.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Simply substituting water for sugar-sweetened soda can reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It is hard to avoid turning to your cell phone at the playground. But you should.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Post-traumatic stress doesn't just bring on emotional issues. It accelerates physical aging, too.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A new set of guidelines to help decide when screening for cancer is —and isn't — a good idea.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A grocery list is a tried and true method for saving money and buying healthier food.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Many a diet has been done in by snacking, and late at night your brain is especially vulnerable.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Self-promotion is everywhere. But its rewards are less certain than braggarts might think.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If you photoshopped your profile photo to make yourself look better, you may want to think again.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Antidepressants increase the risk of suicide in some kids. Here's why.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You might think junk food is good business, but when menus get healthier, so does the bottom line.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Miscarriage is almost never a woman's fault. Most often, it's because the fetus is not viable.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's easy to gain weight when the calories in one dish (like pizza) vary so much from slice to slice
Read more >Neil Wagner
Finally, an answer to the the question, Which matters most, genes or the environment?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sexual attitudes keep changing — and changing back again. What new and what's not.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Don't let emotions sabotage your diet. Preparation can really help.
Read more >Leslie Carr
When a first child arrives, couples' equal workloads go out the window. But it's not all dad's fault.
Read more >Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D.
The Spark Behind Creativity May Also Ease DepressionNeil Wagner
When a mild electrical current is applied to the brain, creativity rises.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Suffocation and falls are risks when kids fall asleep in car seats and carriers, Tips for parents.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You can easily eat well. Just make sure nutrition food is convenient, attractive and a normal part of your life.
Read more >Annie Sofield Reed, LCSW
When we want to do a good job, self-affirmations are a good way to counteract our worries about not being able to do well enough.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Office workers kept moving with little loss of productivity. Tell your boss.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Taking a mental step back from a problem may be just the trick to solving it.
Read more >Neil Wagner
If you live in an area with the kind of air pollution cars and factories bring, your brain is likely shrinking faster than it should.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When states have laws that are designed to penalize texting, they help save lives.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Learning becomes almost effortless when the unexpected happens.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Two or more servings of leafy greens like kale, spinach, and collards are an insurance marker against mental decline.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Over 400,000 more teens would be on heart medications if pediatric guidelines were followed.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When teens with social anxiety help others, they come to feel more comfortable in their own skin.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The broadly neutralizing antibody 3BNC117 is active against over 80% of HIV strains and is well-tolerated.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Gratitude appears to reduce inflammation and reduce the risk of a second heart attack.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
It pays to exercise as vigorously as you can. Being winded and sweaty is a very good thing.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Not many diet plans have been backed by science. A new study finds two that really work.
Read more >Malcolm D. Kearns, M.D. and Vin Tangpricha, M.D., Ph.D.
Fatty fish — and the sun — help us get the vitamin D we need. But too much D can be toxic.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Night owls — even young ones — are far more likely than early birds to develop diabetes and other metabolic problems.
Read more >Annie Sofield Reed, LCSW
Singing or playing in unison fosters emotional harmony. It's a good way to get children cooperating.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When chefs develop the recipes used in school lunchrooms, kids eat better. But it takes time.
Read more >Malcolm D. Kearns, M.D. and Vin Tangpricha, M.D., Ph.D.
Nearly half of the population is deficient in Vitamin D. Age, skin color and weight can put you at risk.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The act of committing something to memory may make us unable to recall other events.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Air pollution puts your emotional health as well as your physical health at risk.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Simply feeding low-income kids a decent breakfast raised test scores 25 percent. It's one of the easiest reforms around.
Read more >Neil Wagner
If parents don't know about the safety guidelines designed to protect young players, how can they help their kids?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cooking show mavens who try to duplicate TV meals at home gain more weight.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Adults worried about colorectal cancer might want to think about what they eat.
Read more >Neil Wagner
There are some, and one at least can make you happier.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Healthier chocolate? Scientists have found a way to amp up the nutritional benefits of cocoa.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Should you record your visit to the doctor? It's complicated.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cities have banned super-sized sodas and built bike lanes. What works?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Daily diet soda drinkers were far more rotund than people who drank them less often.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Parents' moods are not lost on their children. A parent's depression can create behavior problems.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Loneliness can be a health hazard, just like being sedentary, or overweight.
Read more >Leslie Carr
When parents share their children's every move on YouTube or Facebook, it can create problems with privacy and identity.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People who are depressed improve more than their emotional state when they seek treatment.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Marijuana use in adolescence may have lasting effects on memory.
Read more >Neil Wagner
One simple adjustment raised would-be quitters’ success rates by 75 percent.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Moderate coffee consumption is good for the heart, especially the coronary arteries.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Overblown praise often has the opposite effect parents intend. How to give kids the support they need.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Reassuring news for men with penis envy who worry about measuring up.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
They're cheap, heart-healthy and provide antioxidants. Health food for the rest of us.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
You don't have to go completely meatless to enjoy the major health benefits vegetables bring.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Even overweight people have a reduced risk of diabetes if they have adequate levels of vitamin D.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Heading to the sauna a few times a week offers health benefits far beyond purging toxins.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Two studies put to rest the idea that chronic fatigue sufferers are malingerers or worse.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Women exposed to EDCs enter menopause years early. How to avoid exposure.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Anger management may be good heart attack prevention.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Children who go on to develop type 1 diabetes have less diverse microbiota.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Two studies put a dent in peanuts' reign of terror among parents of school children.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When people become depressed, it can be tough on those around them; when those people are parents, the stakes are higher.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Eating more fiber can help people lose weight almost as well as cutting fat and calories.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Videos of home cooks found bacteria were spread from meat to veggies by a surprising source.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Guess what happens to the number of rapes and sexual assaults reported on campuses when legal scrutiny is lifted?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Some of us have brains that react more vigorously to stress and fear. Knowing this could help prevent problems down the road.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Energy drinks can bring on attention and hyperactivity problems in children and teens that interfere with school.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Breastfeeding adds diversity to the microbes in babies' guts, which can make the transition to solid food easier.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Experiencing a sense of awe may reduce inflammation – and depression.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's not just what you feed your kids that makes them healthy adults. Intangibles like impulse control and friends have a big effect, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Those privacy policies you click on to order apps or purchase goods won't protect privacy.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The dietary guidelines for fructose-based sugars are way too high, researchers have discovered.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Teens misjudge one another a lot, and it can lead them into trouble.
Read more >Neil Wagner
High cholesterol begins to take its toll at an early age.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Daily consumption of sugary soda can lead to early menstruation in girls.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The more Benadryl and certain other anticholinergic drugs you take, the greater the risk of dementia.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Football players who started young are more likely to develop memory problems later in life.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When menus show calorie counts and an estimate of the exercise needed to work them off, people order smarter.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Drinking offers health benefits, particularly for the heart, that rapidly give way to health risks if you drink too much.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Binge-watching TV is riskier for your mental and physical health than it sounds.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When schools made this simple, no-cost change, kids ate more fruit and vegetables at lunch.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Heart problems begin when you are young. Six lifestyle choices can make a difference into old age.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Milk is good for you, but parents may be tempted to let kids have more than is good for them.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Get up on your feet. Sitting is bad for your health, even if you are physically active.
Read more >Sami Hocine
People who drink regularly could be at risk of serious alcohol and medication interactions.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A study has turned up some surprising findings about the quickest route to a healthier life.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Too often surgery is the first option presented to women with minor gynecological issues.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Depression is more common among teens than most people realize. Parents, know the warning signs.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Go Blueberries! They even lower blood pressure in people at risk for heart problems.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Writing or talking about a breakup can help you process the pain, but better talk with strangers.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fast food can make kids fat. It doesn't do anything good for their brains, either.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
There are some good reasons why having a phone in the room at bedtime makes kids so tired the next day.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Avocados help your body process fats, reducing the risk of atherosclerosis.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Fexaramine could be the diet drug we all have been waiting for: It tricks your body into thinking it has eaten.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who are prone to feeling guilty make the best workers.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Yoga doesn't get enough respect as exercise. It's not just for relaxation -- it's good for your heart.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The effects of traumatic events in childhood can last a lifetime. But they don't need to.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
People trying to lose weight don't need friends' misguided remarks. Simple acceptance helps a great deal.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When you lose weight, where does it go? The answer will change the way you think about weight loss.
Read more >Sami Hocine
The blue light computers and other screens emit can make it hard to get a restful night's sleep.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with atrial fibrillation have more control over their heart irregularity than they realize.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Getting on the scale isn't always good news, but it is a wonderful motivator and helps keep diets on track.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Get Mom and Dad a broadband connection. Social networks ease seniors' loneliness, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Scans of high school players' brains show how hard hits jar the brain and disrupt cells' communication.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For women under 65, aspirin’s risks may outweigh its benefits.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It can be hard to be the lone non-drinker, especially at office parties. Here are some ways to cope.
Read more >Annie Sofield Reed, LCSW
Elderly couples with marital problems are more likely to have cardiac problems as well. Counseling can help.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Shift work affects your body's ability to process energy, making it more likely you will gain weight.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Nearly half of all infants are put to bed with bedding that poses a risk of SIDS and suffocation.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
An aging population, increasing obesity, and expanding treatment options add up to billions in costs
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Gambling offers seniors excitement and a way to socialize. What could be bad? Actually, plenty.
Read more >Sami Hocine
The Mediterranean diet works by keeping our telomeres, and so our lives, longer.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Bystanders can save lives when 911 operators give them CPR instruction over the phone.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When you eat may be just as important as what you eat. Eating on a schedule makes the body's metabolism run more efficiently.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Intermittent fasting can reduce inflammation, spur antioxidant enzymes and improve your metabolism.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Two new studies identify the genetic mutations that lead to some cancers and offer hope for treating precancerous conditions early.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Running improves the functioning of mitochondria in our cells, enabling them to use energy far more efficiently.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The environment of school cafeterias — and the amount of time kids have to eat — can have a big effect on how well kids eat at lunch.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new online calculator from Harvard will tell you just how healthy your heart is.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
In France mothers have a trick for getting infants to like vegetables. It works wonders.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Apps Help Dieters Lose Weight — If They Are MotivatedCharlotte LoBuono
Phone apps can help you lose weight, but it's what they can't do that makes the biggest difference.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Vegetarian, pescetarian, and Mediterranean diets can do a lot to reduce greenhouse gasses.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Some people are just not affected by stress very much. A new study suggests why and offers hope for new treatments for depression.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The amount of caffeine in energy drinks is dangerous to children. It can cause seizures and abnormal heart rhythms.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Speaking more than one language is one of the most powerful ways to keep your mind sharp.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids become better at controlling their own eating when parents set a few rules. They whine less, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Some brands of hand blenders contain toxic chemicals that may be transferred to food. Not good for kids.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When pregnant women drink alcohol, their babies drink with them.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When a doctor tells a patient to exercise or take a medication and the patient doesn't, who is responsible?
Read more >Sami Hocine
The urge to scratch an itch is irresistible, but it really does make the itch worse. See why.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Of all the emotions, one lasts the longest. Here's why.
Read more >Annie Sofield Reed, LCSW
When kids move out, parents often struggle to find the right way to communicate.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Thermal papers like register and ATM receipts can transfer the endocrine disruptor BPA to the skin, especially if skin lotions are used.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The number of meals you eat away from home has a big effect on body mass and cholesterol levels.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Specific nutrients in chocolate stimulate brain areas associated with memory loss. But read before you indulge.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It takes 50 minutes of running or five miles of walking to work off the 250 calories in a can of soda.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Restaurant chains have been introducing lower-calorie items. This could help diners keep weight off.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Over a third of U.S. workers report being bullied at work. Co-workers can help and still avoid repercussions.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The exact relationship between violent video games and violence and aggression among children isn't clear, but the fact they are linked is.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A compound in grapefruit lowers glucose as well as a common diabetes drug.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Weight-loss surgery can make a huge health difference. But is gastric bypass or banding better?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Four lifestyle changes can reduce women's risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy by 80%.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Talking about that chance meeting with George Clooney or your trip to Machu Picchu may not be the social lubricant you hope.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Women who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant should try to limit the amount of fried food they eat, particularly when eating out.
Read more >Sami Hocine
BPA may be behind the uptick in asthma among children.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When it comes to keeping the beneficial bacteria in your colon happy, one apple stands above the rest. It may even help keep weight off.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Multitasking may result in a loss of density in gray matter in a key brain area.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Curiosity literally makes the brain more open to learning. We may be able to use this finding in schools.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The connections among brain networks in people with ADHD are immature. Can they be helped to develop normally?
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Has your skirt size been steadily increasing over the years? If yes, so has your risk of breast cancer.
Read more >Benedict Carey
A “Dimmer Switch” for Depression Alice G. Walton
Some people react more strongly to negative life events than others. It’s all about an overactive “disappointment pathway.”
Read more >Ruqaiijah Yearby, J.D., M.P.H.
African-American patients find it easier to deal with physicians whose racism is obvious. At least then they know where they stand.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Who you eat with can affect what you eat, especially if your friends are overweight.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Markers in the blood of people who are or will become depressed offer a step forward in early diagnosis and treatment.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Get the flu shot as early in the fall as possible. There are a few exceptions.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Weight loss surgery not only benefits the body, it appears to protect the brain as well.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Artificial sweeteners may cause the problems, such as glucose intolerance and diabetes, their use was intended to prevent.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Some smokers need to be scared into quitting; others do best with a gentler, more positive approach. Figuring out who needs what.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Waistlines have grown over an inch on average in the past ten years. This increase in belly fat is not good health news.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Self-promotion can leave people feeling dirty. Literally. But it doesn’t have to.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
There is a wide range of drugs available to treat osteoporosis. How to figure out which is right for you.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Anticoagulant drugs can cause side effects and dangerous bleeding, so for some people, aspirin is the better treatment.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Some people seem resistant to stress, while others are susceptible to it. Researchers are starting to understand why.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Weight loss may be the new Holy Grail. But which plans really help? Pick one that is right for you.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Good relationships with your neighbors and a feeling that you belong to a community are good for heart health.
Read more >Sami Hocine
“Neural pruning” helps kids' brains become more efficient. This happens less among children with ASD. Here's why.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
There's a reason why toddlers' heads are too big for their bodies: Their brains are using most of what they eat. Young minds need to be fed properly.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The brains of depressed people have different, more intense patterns of connections. What does that mean for treatment?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Too much junk food may wire the brain for unhealthy choices. But you can change this.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Having healthy gut bacteria, part of your microbiome, may help protect against the development of food allergies.
Read more >Sami Hocine
The white matter in the brains of kids who are in good shape is denser and able to process information faster than those who aren't fit.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When family communication and dynamics improve, psychosis can be nipped in the bud.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's not just about your heart. Many types of cancer are far more likely to occur as your body mass index (BMI) rises.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Certain jobs make being a parent even more stressful.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
This common drug Increases the risk of death in patients with atrial fibrillation. Luckily, there are plenty of good alternatives.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Commuters who drive themselves to work weigh five to seven pounds more than those who walk or bike.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Mothers who spend more time in green spaces are less likely to have low birth weight babies.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Tips for sendings kids to school with healthy lunches they'll enjoy.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Early exposure to antibiotics — even prenatally — can raise the risk for obesity later in life.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Cancer is usually identified by where it occurs. But its genetic qualities can be more important when choosing treatment.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Mammograms can help even women over 75 enjoy longer and cancer-free lives.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
As people age, it can be hard to tell whether memory or motivation is fading.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Your local pharmacist just may be one of the best healthcare cost-containment strategies around.
Read more >Sami Hocine
A new technique makes it possible to predict developmental delays more accurately.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Making sure you have enough vitamin D is one way to guard against memory loss.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Figuring out who is a narcissist is pretty easy. All you have to do is ask.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
There's a new reason to take pictures of your meals — you can use them to get support and feedback to eat better.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The timing of good news is almost as important as the news itself.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Electronic cigarettes may help some smokers go smokeless. But kids are picking them up like they're harmless consumer products.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Stress can add an extra 100 calories day — even if you don't eat more. For those who are depressed, it's even worse news.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
In addition to harming brain development, lead exposure is also linked to emotional problems like depression and anxiety.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Time spent in the kitchen pays off in more than just good nutrition. Kids who eat mostly home-cooked meals choose healthier food when out.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Smoking doesn't just harm your heart and lungs. It can bring on serious depression, and make suicide more likely.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids can have inaccurate ideas about their own weight. Parents, too. What helps.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
If you’re trying to quit smoking, the nicotine patch and Chantix are more effective together than alone.
Read more >Sami Hocine
A large new study of the genetic underpinnings of autism finds that sudden mutations play almost no role in the disorder.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Treating breast cancer with a gel on the skin may be as effective as oral drugs, and without the risks.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Not only do organic foods offer far more polyphenols and other antioxidants, they have far fewer pesticide residues.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For kids, winning isn’t the best part of sports. Knowing what is most important can keep them engaged — and fit.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
They're sometimes painful, intrusive and now it appears they offer little benefit. The ACP comes out against routine pelvic exams. PAP smears not included.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Saturated fats worsen the symptoms of osteoarthritis, but omega-3 fats seem to help.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Children learn the “executive” skills that will help them run their lives best when they have unstructured time.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women with high cholesterol are more likely to develop breast cancer. But there's a possible treatment.
Read more >Sami Hocine
High levels of stress hormones reduce interconnections among cells in the brain, interfering with our ability to remember.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The best way to cheer someone up may depend on how robust or fragile their self esteem is.
Read more >Sami Hocine
The obese suffer from chronic inflammation in fat cells. This not only can bring on diabetes, it may also promote cancer.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
People with peripheral artery disease were able to walk farther and faster after eating chocolate. Only certain kinds helped.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Breast cancer screening may soon be far more accurate and far more reassuring.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
“Depressed” people with diabetes may not be clinically depressed – they may just be reacting to having an illness.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What parents eat has the biggest effect on kids' food choices. But it would help if carrots or apples had the branding that junk foods do.
Read more >Sami Hocine
How are we able to shift from thinking about what's for dinner to what's happening in Iraq? It starts with humming in two brain areas.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Estrogen levels fluctuate during the changes leading up to menopause, and this destabilizes brain chemicals linked to mood.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Some people need the sun the way an alcoholic needs a drink. And the health risks can be just as severe.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women who regularly eat red meat from a young age have a greatly increased risk of breast cancer.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When olive oil is eaten with leafy greens, it sets in motion a process that lowers blood pressure.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Kids obsessed with who's cool may be less popular later in life. They don't know how to make friends.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Some foods offer more nutrition per calorie than others. A new list contains some obvious choices, but there are some surprises, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A text messaging program gives those struggling with nicotine cravings the support they need. You can even ask for help.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating two slices of white bread a day raises the risk of obesity by 40%.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Colorectal cancer screening can benefit even those over 75. But it is a good idea to discuss the pros and cons with your doctor.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A couple days of fasting may help the immune system reboot. But don’t try it at home just yet.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
People with ADHD are often smokers and face serious health problems. Stimulant drugs for the disorder may reduce this risk.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You know the best way to keep kids healthy and at a good weight is to be sure vegetables are part of their diets. Here's how to make that happen.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Kids who don't get enough sleep have more body fat and are more likely to be obese.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
We think of discrimination as being about hate and holding certain people back. But it can be just the opposite.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Physicians don't offer counseling and AA-type programs can't offer drug therapies. The ACA may help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Vaccinating for the flu earlier can curb a pandemic. So can washing your hands.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When a community substituted a modified form of wheat fiber for the flour in their diets, they saw a big reduction in cholesterol.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Men with high blood pressure — not to mention those with normal BP — cut their risk of death simply by walking.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The stress of conflict in our relationships with family and friends can actually shorten our lives. Pick your battles.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Sugar-sweetened beverages have a direct effect on blood pressure. The more you drink, the higher it -- and your risk of heart attack -- go.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Some homes are like Superfund sites -- toxic to healthy eating. A few changes can make eating better a lot easier.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If you want your children to clean up, try enlisting them as helpers, rather than asking them to help. It makes a difference.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The prospect of dementia haunts people over 50, but what they ought to fear is apathy and inactivity.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When we are stressed, the comfort foods we crave have an even worse impact on our weight and health than usual.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Athletes using performance-enhancing drugs have been a step ahead of the agencies meant to police them. No more.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
The list of marijuana's medical benefits keeps getting longer. It seems to reduce the effects of certain brain diseases.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When a married woman becomes ill, divorce may loom on the horizon. But the same is not true for men.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A cup or two of whole grain pasta may be all it takes to reduce your risk of another heart attack.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
We tend to think of bullying as schoolyard behavior, but it can affect victims even as adults.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For seniors, spending more time online can be a way to stay connected socially and ward off depression.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Coffee drinkers have a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes among other health benefits.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Made from the root of the thunder god vine, TwHF reduced inflammation as well as drugs and worked even better when used in combination with them.
Read more >Richard Josephson, M.D., and Sri K. Madan Mohan, M.D.
For many people, having a heart attack is a wake-up call that sets them on a healthier path.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
If you often have trouble sleeping, consider it a serious health risk.
Read more >Sami Hocine
Mice prone to depression became resistant to stress and depression after a jump-start.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Avoid that "finish your dinner" fight. Young children need smaller portions. Better they ask for more than not finish.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Because of their special understanding of family issues, doctors can play a big role when it comes to preventing gun violence, according to a new ACP policy statement.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Marijuana may ease the pain and nausea associated with chemotherapy, but it also leaves certain brain areas abnormally enlarged.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Parents' own activity levels have a big effect on how active — and healthy — their children will be.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
A well-known toy, one in the Toy Hall of Fame, may provide the medium for growing stem cells that help the spinal cord regenerate.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
If you have lung disease, you may think you should not be exercising, but nothing could be further from the truth.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Couples get angrier with each other when they are hungry, and they have the voodoo dolls to prove it.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
People who drink more coffee have a far lower risk of HCC, a common liver cancer. The more one drinks, the better.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Getting some early morning sun may not only wake you up – it may help you slim down.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Stress appears to make allergies worse. Calming the mind can help.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Human papilloma virus spreads easily with sexual contact. It can make girls vulnerable to cervical cancer. The HPV vaccine is the answer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Stress in childhood can have lasting effects that can be seen in children's genes.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Almost a third of children 11 and under had problems with their cholesterol levels. Luckily, such early information means they can be improved.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Almost a third of all first-time prescriptions go unfilled. Cost is the reason. There are alternatives.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Find out if your lifestyle at 40 has left you with the heart of a 20-year-old or a 60-year-old.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
It's not a problem to gain weight when you are pregnant, but you need to lose it after the baby arrives.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Parents, you have more influence than you think when it comes to helping kids curb screen time. Use it.
Read more >Jennifer Senior
Mephedrone Just As Dangerous, and Perhaps More Addictive, Than MDMA Charlotte LoBuono
Mephedrone, a newer club drug has effects similar to those of MDMA, but it appears to be more addictive.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Playing violent video games makes kids prone to seeing others as hostile and acting aggressively.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Stress can greatly reduce a woman’s odds of becoming pregnant.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Some forms of hormone replacement therapy help keep women's brain metabolism rolling. But others may cause problems.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Overfeeding babies sets the stage for lifelong weight problems. It's easy to avoid the pitfalls.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Young pitchers’ arms are prone to injuries, especially from certain types of pitches.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
We don't choose our genes, but as we age we make choices that can affect them, and that can make all the difference.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Brain scans for migraine sufferers cost $1 billion a year and are rarely useful. What needs to happen.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Having a few healthy options at the concession stand can improve waistlines and still maintain the bottomline. Go team!
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Children exposed to secondhand smoke at home had thickened artery walls as adults. There were other problems, too.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Massage can be an effective treatment for chronic neck pain, but you should be treated several times a week for several weeks.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
New moms are at higher risk for having a stroke, but too often the signs go unnoticed.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Several research studies say saturated fats may have gotten a bad rap. The real cardio culprits are sugars and...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Drinking five drinks twice a week is far worse for your health than drinking two drinks five times a week, even though they may seem equal.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids who don't eat in the morning aren't just depriving themselves of nutrients, they are setting the stage for major health issues down the road.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Acetaminophen has some bad effects on unborn babies and may be behind the rising rates of ADHD.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Yearly mammograms don't prevent cancer deaths. Where does this leave women over 40?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Overeating is so easy, even a child can do it. Parents and pediatricians can nip the tendency in the bud.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Now we know why boys are more genetically susceptible to autism.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Bullying casts a long shadow. There are things parents can do to reduce the emotional, physical, and psychological damage.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's hard to believe any parent who cares about their sanity would give their children caffeine. So why is it that even preschoolers tend to get a daily dose?
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A video game helped baseball players improve their vision. The results were seen on the field.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Conflict happens, and can even make relationships stronger. But you need one ingredient.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Our memory for childhood events is usually modest. The details we recall are often added later.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When fruits and veggies cost less, people weigh less. High-priced soda helps, too
Read more >Leslie Carr
Bariatric surgery can help some lose enough weight to improve their health, but it is not problem-free.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Chronic stress appears to alter the balance of white to gray brain matter. This may explain several mental disorders.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Because so many drugs contain the painkiller acetaminophen, it is easy to overdose. Liver damage is one result.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new treatment can trick cancer cells into killing themselves. And the success rate is nearly 100%.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Women can suffer the symptoms of menopause for years, even decades. New treatments may help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When we are anxious a brain region long-believed to calm responsiveness actually seems to excite it.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A little time in the sun significantly lowered blood pressure. But what about skin cancer?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fermented milk products like yogurt, sour cream, kefir, and lassi can reduce diabetes risk by as much as 28 percent.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Two studies shed light on the brain signals behind chronic pain and suggest new approaches to overriding them.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Probiotics can help reduce infants' colic, easing babies' discomfort and parents' stress.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
People who are religious have thicker cortices than those who aren't. So which causes what?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
OK, guys, time to stagger away from the tube and the nachos. There are risks associated with being a sedentary man.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A gun in the home means a huge increase in the likelihood of suicide and homicide.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Vitamin E may help slow the mental decline of seniors with Alzheimer's Disease, allowing them to remain independent longer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Yoga can increase cancer survivors' energy, reduce fatigue, and lower inflammation at the cellular level.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Your morning coffee doesn't just wake you up; it can help you remember things more clearly.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
More and more children are being diagnosed and treated for attention deficits. Is this a good thing?
Read more >Neil Wagner
People who use their smartphones late at night are less productive the next day.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Scientists have found where Alzheimer's begins in the brain.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Fever-reducing medication may actually spread the flu.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Doctors tend not to discuss sex with their teenaged patients. What a wasted opportunity.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You can ease the strain of hours in front of a screen. Start by giving your monitor a high-five...and blinking.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Grocery store coupons are great — if you are shopping for candy, soda and chips.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Heart disease and stroke are still top killers in the U.S. And they can be largely prevented.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Nurses' visits to new parents not only provide answers to questions and ease stress, they reduce healthcare costs considerably.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Our willpower can fail us when we are tired or stressed. But how we view the problem could be the problem.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When cafeteria food is labeled green, yellow, or red according to its nutritional value, people make healthier choices. Genius!
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Training sessions can protect aging brains against cognitive decline — up to a decade later.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A Sense of Smell Is Highly PersonalMichael J. Gertner
No two people smell the same scent the same way. The difference lies in the cocktail of amino acids your genes produce.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Cut your risk of diabetes the Mediterranean way.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Worried about that persistent cough? Consider patience, not medicine.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Women, like Angelina Jolie, and men with BRCA gene mutations have much higher risk for breast cancer.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Does making kids take servings of nutritious food actually improve their diets? Nope. Bribery works better.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Obamacare promotes greater access to mental health services but few psychiatrists accept insurance.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Fracking increases the levels of hormone disrupting chemicals in the water supplies near sites.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The active ingredient has been found in breast milk. FDA investigates.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Simply walking an extra mile a day can reduce the risk of heart disease by about 10%.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Physical injury to the the brain also raises the risk of post-traumatic stress.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Teachers' responsiveness to preschoolers' questions and needs is even more important than what's being taught.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
In the lab, exposure to pesticides caused Parkinson's. Genes matter, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The rates of dementia and Alzheimer's disease are declining.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
We spend billions on nutritional supplements every year. Three studies say it's money down the drain.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
An involved father offers kids an edge in terms of the brain developments key to social behavior
Read more >Neil Wagner
We all love our cell phones, but they can increase anxiety and make us miserable.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Puberty wreaks havoc on teens' sleep cycles; so do teens' family and social relationships.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It's OK to be informed, but binge-watching the news when disaster strikes can cause traumatic stress.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
A new kind of brain scan tells us a lot about why women are better at meetings and men at maps.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Bicoastal meningitis outbreaks at Princeton and UCSB.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Peers can really affect how active -- or inactive -- a child is.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The holidays are a great time...to gain weight. Here are tips for ways to avoid picking up pounds.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Low exposure to UVA1 light can cause skin damage. And most sunscreens do not offer protection.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sarcosine, found in muscles and other body tissues, improved mood better than a popular antidepressant.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having high cholesterol raises the risk of breast cancer and appears to fuel its spread.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women who had a C-section with their first child often are successful giving birth vaginally for the next.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When the Muppets explain how to eat healthy and exercise, preschoolers listen. They even eat better
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Eating a handful of nuts regularly can cut the risk of heart attack by almost a third. Cancer, too.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Cholesterol-lowering statins appear to have no ill effects on mental functioning.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Drinking coffee, even hours before bed, can rob you of sleep every night.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Beware the gun effect. PG-13 films are more violent than those rated R.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Eating blueberries can improve cardiovascular functioning.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
People who have studied music for a few years tend to hear better because their brains process sounds more rapidly.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Sleep disruptions affecting the body's circadian rhythms may be behind autoimmune problems like irritable bowel syndrome.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It takes surprisingly little to help people shop smarter and eat better. Time for a tune up.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Text messages offer lovers another way to whisper endearments. But some texts just shouldn't be sent.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Exercise makes pregnancy and childbirth easier. It also seems to boost infant brain development.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Vitamin D may not be necessary for older women seeking to protect their bones.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Oral sex is not the protect from STDS that many think it is. In particular, herpes is more likely to be transmitted.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Helmets can only help prevent injury when kids wear them. Parents need to insist.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Your throat is sore. Sure, it's terrible; but if you're an adult, it is unlikely you need an antibiotic.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Cell phones make the business world go round, but they also derail many meetings -- and careers.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Teens who exercise moderately to vigorously every day do better academically. But no, running a 10K can't replace studying.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Do-it-yourself work around the house can help keep the heart in shape.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Young children need to go to bed at a regular, consistent time. Think of it as a miracle cure for bad behavior.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Painful feelings of rejection actually are rooted in the brain, and may be cured there.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Your cell phone can be a valuable diet ally. Just be sure to use apps grounded in scientific evidence.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sleep apnea patients' looks were visibly improved when they were treated to a deeper sleep.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
The cellular trash that builds up in the brain gets cleared away during sleep. Another reason to be sure you get enough.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Offering teens a couple sessions of therapy can go a long way to nipping mental health problems in the bud.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Walking an hour a day can cut the risk of breast cancer by a significant amount.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Breast cancer tends to be more aggressive in younger women, making routine mammograms in women under 50 a good idea.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Irisin, the magic molecule of the moment, turns bad fat into good and helps exercise boost the brain
Read more >Neil Wagner
Little of the mercury in our blood actually comes from fish. Go for those omega-3s!
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Preventive medicine means treating unhealthy lifestyles just as you would treat disease.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The fattest kids are getting fatter. Parents and doctors need to step in to help.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The back-and-forth of social interaction -- gestures, eye contact and reactions -- are very important to learning language.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Hormone replacement therapy doesn't seem to offer many health benefits beyond easing the symptoms of menopause.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Brain-damaging compounds from flame retardants have dropped significantly since PBDEs were banned.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Americans know more about the political turmoil around the ACA than about the act itself.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People need to decide before they drink that they won't drive. It's too late after they've had a few.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
New technology may make it possible for ASD kids to guide their own treatments.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
That no-cal sweetener you put in your coffee may actually increase your craving for sugar.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Preschoolers need their naps, even, or especially, in school.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The hormone oxytocin helps stimulate human connection. It also appears important to experiencing ple
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Celiac disease can set the stage for cancer, if inflammation in the intestine is not controlled.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Low T? Maybe, But it could be Low E that messing with your love life.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Breastfeeding is best for babies six months old and younger.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A video game that works key brain circuits helps bring aging brains' performance up to speed.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Children exposed to lead are almost four times more likely to be suspended from school.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Just a few small changes at home help kids avoid the kind of weight gain that leads to obesity.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Certain fruits greatly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. But drinking juice increases it.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Follow-up with a doctor is important as heart patients recover, and a familiar one can make even more of a difference.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Forget the long hours at the gym. A short bout of intense exercise may be all you need to keep the pounds off.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The Mediterranean diet appears to counteract the influence of genes in a healthy way. Score one for nutrition. >
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Those who drive to work have a far higher risk of diabetes than those who walk or bike. Even a bus is better.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Monitoring certain tissue abnormalities picked up by mammograms is just as effective as surgically removing them in most cases.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Disorderly environments can foster creativity.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Our brains use blood the way a Formula 1 car guzzles gas. Cocoa appears to help keep blood flowing.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Our ideas about the "right" amount of sugar in the diet may need adjusting. Weight is not the issue.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Facebook may actually increase sadness. Be sure to make time to connect for real.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Certain blood pressure medications significantly raise a woman's risk for breast cancer.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Keeping kids engaged in school is perhaps the most important thing you can do to foster success.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
BPA meets chlorine as water flows through plastic or PVC pipes. The combo disrupts cell signals.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Having a good breakfast reduces the risk of heart disease and can even help you lose weight.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Siblings will fight, but bullying happens at home, too. And the emotional impact is just as serious as when it happens at school.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Opioid receptors in the brain produces a drug-like craving for sweet and fatty foods when it is deprived of sleep.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Even very early on, smoking causes changes to stem cells that set the stage for cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Phthalates are found in air fresheners, toys, plastic storage containers and reduce IVF success.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When couples fight, issues of disrespect or neglect may underlie the conflict.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Irritated, inflamed skin may set the autoimmune response leading to food allergies in motion.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Regular bedtimes for kids are important for brain development.
Read more >Nancy A. Phillips, M.D. and Gloria A. Bachmann, M.D.
Pain during sex is a common experience among older women, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Breastmilk enhances the fatty covering around nerves so baby's brain circuits become superhighways.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The more we “talk” with our hands – using gestures to express meaning – the easier it is for children to understand and pick up new words.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Omega 3 fatty acids, found in swordfish and tuna, appear to strengthen bones. Omega 6s don't.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Not everyone feels their health is threatened by stress, but if you do, it's bad news for your heart
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Consumers now have help navigating the uncharted waters of the enormous supplement market.
Read more >John C. Norcross, PhD, Linda F. Campbell, PhD, John M. Grobal, PsyD, John W. Santrock, PhD, Florin Selagea, MS and Robert Sommer
Too Much Time on Your Hands? Volunteering Reduces Hypertension RiskCharlotte LoBuono
Volunteering is not just good for the soul. It's good for your blood pressure.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The plastic additive BPA has been linked to obesity in teenaged girls.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Mothers' prenatal diets appear to set the stage for children's bone development for years after birth. Supplements are not enough.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Over half of all hikers are seriously under-prepared. Here are 10 items you need to bring with you — even for a short hike.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Veterans who sustain more than one head trauma are at much greater risk of suicide.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
It's official: Exposure to the sun's rays ages your skin. But is the problem the same for all skin colors?
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Combining osteoporosis drugs can increase bone mineral density.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Men and women value relationships for different reasons. Women value companionship; can you guess what men value?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Cognitive exercises can help improve brain function after chemotherapy.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Doing something nice for your partner is usually good for the relationship. But not always. When to watch out.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Hormone replacement therapy has risks, but what it does for women's muscles and strength is all good.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When taken during pregnancy, certain migraine medications may affect a baby's mental abilities.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Toxic lipstick. It's not a new band; it's about the metals found in lipstick and lip gloss.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When it comes to bone density, children need magnesium as much, if not more than calcium.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Race, SES, and age are predictors of survival in women with breast cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Self-affirmations can help you through periods of chronic stress.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Oh come on! How much can one little sugary drink a day up your risk for diabetes? Pretty significantly.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Moderate alcohol consumption may offer some benefit to women who have had breast cancer.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Gardening work is good for your weight. Ask any community gardener. It's truly a hoe-down.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
The fuzzy leaves of bean plants have been used to trap bedbugs for centuries.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's not calories that make us fat, argues Gary Taubes. And that's why we keep gaining weight.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids with ASD copy the actions of others differently. This tells us a bit more about how they see things.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A sneaky study uncovers the organic halo effect when it comes to food.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Researchers tend to study treatments far more frequently than prevention. Is this backwards?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Pre-K programs can help kids with school readiness and bring unexpected side benefits that last a lifetime.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Companies seeking to cut healthcare costs might want to consider offering financial incentives for weight loss.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Walking can be just as good as running for the heart.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
African Americans suffer disproportionately from hypertension. A lack of vitamin D may the cause.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Minimalist or barefoot running shoes may be more natural, but switching to them is tricky. Stress fractures are not uncommon.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When parents help teens navigate peer social relationships, they improve kids' adult relationships down the road.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women with good levels of a certain form of iron are less prone to PMS. Potassium is another story.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A high salt diet may trigger autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sitting bent over a phone or tablet or laptop puts a huge strain on your neck. The pain has a name: text neck.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Olive oil, nuts, a glass of wine, what's not to love about the Mediterranean diet? It prevents heart attacks, too.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Not everyone desires the same level of intimacy. What matters is whether you and your partner have the same need.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Yearly mammograms are unnecessary for women over 65. Worse, they are the source of frightening false-positive results.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When you take a vitamin, each pill contains the amount listed on the label, right? Think again.
Read more >Neil Wagner
College kids whose parents haven't learned to let go are prone to anxiety and depression. Support autonomy.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Exercise is an important factor in male fertility. Men who watch TV 20 hours a week have sperm counts half those of men who watch less.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Aging disrupts slow-wave sleep and memory. But better, memory restoring sleep is possible.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A vegetarian diet lowers heart risk by a third, a huge decrease.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Complementary and alternative (CAM) therapies may provide relief for women transitioning to menopause. HRT helps, too.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
You wouldn't let your child play near the street unsupervised; don't let him or her eat unsupervised either.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
You can reduce plaque build-up in arteries just by eating the flavonoids found in deeply red- and blue-colored berries and vegetables.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Are the near-naked female avatars in games a sign of liberation?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When kids are encouraged to be kinder, they also end up being happier and more popular.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Fructose, the sugar in high fructose corn syrup, appears to leave the brain craving more food.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Wondering what kind of parent you will be? Certain qualities make it pretty easy to predict.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A head injury requires real recovery time. Returning to activity too soon can cause brain damage.
Read more >Leslie Carr
New years are for fresh starts and self improvement. Here are some findings to take with you into 2013.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sitting too much and moving too little can shorten life. They are also easy to remedy.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Helping kids with language development gives them the tools to express their emotions, rather than act out.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The AAP says girls need to know emergency contraception is an option when birth control fails.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Some studies suggest parenting is linked to happiness, while others claim the opposite. A new one gets closer to the truth.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Antidepressants don't help everyone. A new study finds that one kind of psychotherapy can improve the odds.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Crime and medication? People with ADHD are less likely to commit crimes if they take medication.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Does my butt look smaller? Can shoes make a difference?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Flame retardants may cause delays in children’s brain development.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A spritz of "love" hormone kept men's eyes from wandering. Is this a new form of chemical warfare or a set-up for a sitcom?
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Drinking alcohol while pregnant carries serious risks to a child's IQ.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Before you start a diet, it can help to learn how to keep weight off first.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Bullying and disruptive behavior are big problems in schools. So why not teach kids how to behave?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Tick-borne diseases are rising steadily. And it's not just Lyme disease anymore.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The more active you are, the longer you will likely live.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Young doctors cost patients far more than experienced physicians. What does this tell us about...
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Parathyroids are only the size of grains of rice, but can cause bone loss, cancer, and depression...
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Good news for parents: protecting girls with the HPV vaccine does not encourage sexual activity.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Eye drops to prevent cataracts? They work in rats at least...
Read more >Neil Wagner
As if looking for work wasn't hard enough: now interviews feature "trick" questions designed to...
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
A new study finds HRT has protective benefits. But another study found it to be risky. Who can keep up?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Recent discoveries about cholesterol overturn old assumptions and may lead to new treatments.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Three or more cups of caffeinated coffee a day significantly raises your risk for developing a ...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Learning to identify your emotions may help with depression. It's not as easy as it sounds.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Your friends know you better than you think. In fact, kids we played with in first grade are...
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
When Robin Roberts, Padma Lakshmi or Kylie Minogue talk about their health, they raise awareness...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Researchers may have found a treatment for one form of autism.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Dioxin persists in the environment, and the body, for a very long time. It appears its effects can..
Read more >Alice G. Walton
What happens when patients have full access to their medical records? The OpenNotes study finds...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Palace eunuchs in Korea lived longer than other men of the time. What does this say about male...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For people predisposed obesity, drinking lots of sugary beverages "amplifies" the effects of one's genes.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Post-traumatic stress disorder is more than anxiety. A new drug may help the cognitive problems...
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Can taking Omega-3 fatty acids through foods or supplements help prevent heart disease? A new study casts doubt.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Children who are quiet or withdrawn may not reap the same benefits of education as the outgoing ones.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The CDC recommends people at high risk for heterosexual transmission of HIV consider using Truvada.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
You can pick up the T. gondii parasite simply through contact with contaminated soil or vegetables; direct exposure to cat feces is not...
Read more >Neil Wagner
The fatty acids in walnuts appear to improve the mobility and vitality of sperm.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Planning meals is key to your nutritional makeover. Eating out? Bag some food before you begin.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A gene previously dubbed the "warrior gene" because of its links to aggression may also be linked...
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Certain blood types carry a significant and inherent risk of CVD. If you know the risks...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Alcohol addiction may rewire the brain so that it can't rebound from stress. PTSD suffers may want..
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Going online to lose weight or to maintain it can be a big help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
We're learning more about why eating red meat may increase our risk for cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Adding a glass of grapefruit juice can enhance the effect of an anti-cancer drug. And with no...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
By putting a little extra effort into regular movements, senirs can build enough strength and balance to reduce the risk of a fall.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
We thought we knew how the brain cleans itself out. Then a completely unexpected...
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Screening newborns for a variety of conditions saves lives. But finding care can be difficult.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Heartburn appears to be linked to esophageal cancer. The rates for both are up and it may not...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Antibiotics may not always be necessary for fighting infection. Reducing their use could help fight antibiotic resistance.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Cranberry products may be an effective way to preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
If you are pregnant and smoke (not a good combination), taking vitamin C can help prevent damage to the your unborn baby's lungs.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Coffee, or more generally, caffeine, offers many protective effects; except when it comes to fertility.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
One form of dementia may be the result of the immune system going haywire. Luckily, there might be..
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
Women taking the pill or patch or ring were far more likely to have an unplanned pregnancy...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Many people use medical websites to help them learn about their conditions, but not as a substitute for an office visit.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Do you find it difficult to discuss medical issues or concerns with your doctor? You are not alone..
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is responsible for roughly 20% of the hearing loss in newborns.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Tired? Women diagnosed with low iron, even when it's not anemia, can benefit from iron supplements. Check with your doctor first.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
In the "war" against obesity, it seems that the soda industry wants to shift the blame to consumers.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Curbing the hours of the day during which you eat could have a big impact on your weight and health.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Belly fat has a lot of negative effects, but researchers may have a found at least one benefit.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
If you're staying in a hotel or motel this summer, some unwelcome "guests" may precede you.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Oxytocin, the mother-infant bonding hormone, activates the "social" areas of the brain....
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Computer time along with physical activity may prevent cognitive decline.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The better a person's hearing, the better his or her sense of touch. These senses may share...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People so afraid of spiders that they wouldn't walk on grass were cured of their phobia with...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Fatal brain injuries in high school football players rose last year.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Healthcare coverage in the U.S. today is a two-tiered system. Luckily, changes are on the way.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Certain antidepressants can help relieve osteoarthritis pain.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Being aware of our mortality can actually help us live richer, fuller lives.
Read more >Neil Wagner
As baby boomers begin to turn 65, their golden years are not looking as golden as in the past...
Read more >Jennifer L. Payne, M.D.
Taking antidepressants while pregnant can mean choosing between a woman's mental health and potential risks to the fetus.
Read more >Charlotte LoBuono
It is generally safe to resume sex after a heart attack. Don't be afraid to raise the issue with your doctor.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The simplest activities, even housework, can reduce your risk for cognitive decline.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Your opinions - both good and bad - about the medical care you receive may not be reality-based...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Our daily schedules are out of sync with our internal clocks. It started with the light bulb...
Read more >Neil Wagner
A survey of child-rearing books over the past 50 years finds many contradictions, but offer...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new antibody injection could lower your "bad" LDL cholesterol.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Losing weight may not make body image issues disappear.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Recess can be an arena for bullies or a lab for learning the social skills needed to get past conflict.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Aspirin may reduce your risk of developing cancer. But there are some risks.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Having a positive outlook has been associated with improved cardiovascular health and recovery. It's about healthy behaviors.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When children come to understand that the story they love is also a thing in print, it can inspire..
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Measuring degeneration of the eye could tell us if it is also occurring in the brain.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The club drug Special K or Ketamine can cause serious bladder problems in the people who use it....
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Even the happiest newlyweds can go on to divorce. But early warning signs might predict who does...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Worrisome compounds can appear in even the most "natural" household products...
Read more >Susan H. Scher, MD
Pap tests save lives, but new guidelines urge women to be tested less often. It's safer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When you're hungry, you respond to food-related cues more strongly than when you’re full. Reason not to shop on an empty stomach.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Worrying shortages of two major cancer drugs propel the FDA to find new ways to boost supplies.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Teaching kids that failing is a part of learning can give them the confidence to do well.
Read more >Kenan Omurtag, M.D., and Amber R. Cooper, M.D., M.S.C.I.
When tissue from the lining of the uterus starts to grow outside it, fertility can be affected.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Hiding vegetables in children's food can backfire.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Breastfeeding has so many health benefits, it's like a miracle drug. But work and family can be obstacles.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Training parents helps them help their children behave better....
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When seniors improve their cognitive skills, their personalities also get a boost.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who follow the Mediterranean diet do better mentally as they age. Now we know why...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Stress can lead to reduced immune system function. Reduce stress, reduce your odds for illness.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The bacteria that cause some UTIs may come from contaminated foods. Careful food practices are essential.
Read more >Neil Wagner
When women were given testosterone and asked to solve a problem, cooperation went way down...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Alcohol works by releasing "feel good" chemicals, endorphins, in the brain, which could explain its addictiveness.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A ten-minute massage can help sore muscles heal after vigorous exercise.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
One in five Americans suffers from mental health problems. There is no reason to feel uncomfortable about seeking help.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Two simple changes help people make the smarter food choices. Now to get stores and cafeterias to...
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Do post-menopausal women and older men need BMD screening every year or two...
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Parents have long been key players in helping their kids lose weight. But for teens, peers may...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new formula for figuring heart and stroke risk is sobering, but luckily many of the risk factors are largely within our control.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Physical punishment does more harm than good to a child and encourages aggressive behavior. Other methods are more effective.
Read more >Susan H. Scher, M.D.
There are new vaccination recommendations target young men and boys, pregnant women, and diabetics.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
To avoid introducing microbes, shake infant formula to mix it rather than stirring.
Read more >Leslie Carr
Trying to figure out whether your partner is a keeper? A new study suggests where you should look.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Need help? Call on your humble friends. Those who are arrogant may let you down.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Internet dating is one of the top methods for finding love, whether the pros outweigh the cons...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Marriage carries with it the threat of divorce. But it also offers significant health benefits.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Some kinds of gossip may actually benefit your health.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Out on the playground, there's a fine line between safe and boring.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The government plans to curb antibiotic use in food animals, hoping to reduce antibiotic-resistance.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Shift workers are at risk for type 2 diabetes, the longer you work rotating shifts, the worse it...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Struggling with the resolution to quit smoking? It gets better: Quitters report being happier...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The hormone DHEA sounds like a miracle: it may ease menopause symptoms and boost sexual interest.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having kids interrupts your sleep, destabilizes your relationship, and costs lots of money and time. So what's the upside?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Men don't think about sex every seven seconds. It's more like 19 times a day. And many women...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Long distance runners can develop temporary damage to the heart, but it doesn't mean you should quit.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When people are told to be less prejudiced, they are often more so. There's a better way.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Having a difficult, abusive boss can strain personal relationships at home.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Researchers discover exactly what makes BRCA mutations so dangerous for breast cancer risk...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new study links traffic pollution to type 2 diabetes risk - especially in people who are healthier
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Snacking may be hazardous to your diet. It can be a sign of mindless eating.
Read more >Yevgeniya Ioffe, M.D., and Israel Zighelboim, M.D
Endometrial carcinoma can be detected early if you know what to look for.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
"Tongue-tie" or tether tongue makes it hard for babies to latch on to the breast. It can be easily diagnosed and corrected.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Energy drink-fueled visits to the ER have risen 1600 percent since 2005.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Soup cans may contain BPA, a known toxin. People who ate canned soup had higher levels of this toxin in their bodies.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Whole body vibration platforms have been marketed to prevent bone loss. Problem is, they don't work.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Drinking offers health benefits and risks. Get help sifting through the latest findings.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Pelvic inflammatory disease can threaten a woman’s fertility, so it is important to have a checkup.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Good nutrition and lifestyle choices improve sperm counts.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Nitroglycerin is a century-old treatment for heart attacks, but it can make future cardiovascular events more severe.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The chicken pox vaccine is the best way of protecting your child from the virus...
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Being overweight is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new study uncovers a major surprise in the Alzheimer's puzzle.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Generally speaking, infants with colic do not need acid-suppressing drugs, which carry a number of risks.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
"Rich Club" clusters of highly influential regions of brain cells do serious collaboration.
Read more >Michael J. Gertner
Osteoarthritis is a product of your immune system, not just wear and tear...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Higher BPA levels during pregnancy are linked to cognitive and emotional problems in children.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For some women, nipple-sparing surgery can help their breasts look more natural after breast cancer surgery.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Happiness measured at one point in time was linked to lower mortality five years later.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The sexually-transmitted human papillomavirus raises women's risk of heart disease.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Colon cancer tissue was infected with a specific bacterium. Could this mean a cancer antibiotic...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Drugs to reduce the brain's immense energy needs may serve to help preserve it when its blood supply
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When ultrasounds to diagnose miscarriage are inaccurate, healthy pregnancies may be terminated.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Contrary to popular belief, the brain can form new connections into adulthood...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who become embarrassed more readily are also more dependable and generous.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The time kids spend just playing is declining. Well-meaning parents are partly to blame.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It's hard to compete with clever marketing, but you can help your kids make better food choices with consistent encouragement.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A team of online gamers helps researchers solve a critical piece of the AIDS puzzle...
Read more >Neil Wagner
An African study has found that hormonal contraception doubles the risk of HIV infection and...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Blood transfusions are the cause of many cases of the parasite Babesia, which is normally spread by ticks.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
What would new moms do differently the next time around? Reconsidering circumcision and breastfeeding are high on the list.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The mind is notorious for playing tricks, but researchers discover paying attention can mislead us..
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Infants, particularly preemies, who were breastfed scored higher on reasoning and language tests at age 5.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The brains of impulsive people are different from those who can delay gratification.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The decision to circumcise a newborn boy is one that is best made after looking at all the information available.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Hookah lounges are on the rise in California and with them, tobacco use...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Get a flu vaccination this year, even if you were vaccinated last year.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When you're traveling with medications, keep them in the climate-controlled interior of the car, rather than in the hot trunk.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The Grand Slam tennis player tells the world about her battle with Sjogren's syndrome
Read more >Alice G. Walton
In mice, living in a more stimulating envronment was linked to more calorie-burning brown fat. Is the same true for humans?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
How you interpret your stress can influence how you perform on tests.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A study has found that eating fatty foods seasoned with herbs and spices can reduce triglycerides...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Stress can lead to depression, but new brain cells may be responsible for stopping the process...
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Kids' nagging can wear down moms' resistance. But a study found some winning strategies...
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
If you are 60 or older and trying to lose weight, don't skimp on protein, or the weight you lose may be muscle.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Subtle cues precede most attacks. The trick is listening to them and preventing them.
Read more >Calvin H. Hirsch, M.D.
Exercise is the fountain of youth. So what are you waiting for? A plan to get you started.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Certain styles of parenting are more beneficial for children with difficult temperaments, such as the anxious or depressed.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having a faulty RAD51D gene means a 1 in 11 chance of ovarian cancer. Knowing your status can help..
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Though they sound healthy, colon cleanses pose serious health risks.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Teens are surprisingly risk-aversive in some situations, while women are apt to take more risks...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The root of dyslexia may be in speech processing, a surprise to researchers...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Twelve things parents do that can damage their children. How to avoid such mistakes.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who have certain personality traits, like impulsivity and cynicism, are more likely to gain weight over time.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Grape seed extract – and perhaps red wine – shows promise as a way to slow...
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Once you have lost weight, you need to have a different set of strategies for keeping it off in order to avoid gaining it back.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Children with language delays have no more behavioral or emotional problems as adolescents than other kids.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with drug or other substance dependence problems and those who are obese are less likely to have satisfying sex.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new review study finds no good evidence of a cell phone-brain tumor connection...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Break out the hammocks. Rocking to sleep is not just for babies. It offers a deeper sleep...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Men who engage in “conspicuous spending” (think Porsches) have one thing on their minds...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Gels that glow under black light can be used to teach kids to wash their hands more thoroughly.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
What's new in emergency contraception and how well does it work?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Research on mice has found a way to reduce male fertility without reducing libido...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women with undiagnosed celiac disease go through menopause earlier than celiac women who follow a gluten-free diet.
Read more >Robert J. Pignolo, M.D., Ph.D.
Osteoporosis is common among men and women, but there's progress in treatment and prevention.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Coffee reduces the risk for cancers — some cancers, anyway. But is coffee always good for you?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Children's brains change as they learn math skills. Adults' too, hopefully.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Getting along well with the coworkers may lengthen your life. Getting along with the boss... not...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, does not appear to reduce kids' pain, just their fever.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Skin, our body's largest organ, has simple tastes. The best products are found in the kitchen, not the bathroom cabinet.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Little things - like being asked to hold a purse - can make men feel their manhood has been...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids may get unnecessary CT scans for minor head injuries, exposing them to unnecessary radiation.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Children are small and low to the ground, leaving them more exposed to environmental toxins.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Reducing stress can improve the odds of becoming pregnant through in vitro fertilization.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A banned residential pesticide is linked to lower IQ in kids.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Taste and price drive food most people's food choices. Many don't even know how many calories...
Read more >Neil Wagner
A popular blood pressure medication appears to increase the risk of recurrence among survivors.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Recent research suggests that taking calcium raises heart risk. But what about osteoporosis?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The more you know about your own health, the less likely you are to be hospitalized.
Read more >D.A. Dumesic, M.D., M. Goodarzi, M.D., Ph.D., G. Chazenbalk, Ph.D., D. Geller, M.D., and D.H. Abbott, Ph.D.
PCOS can interfere with fertility and make pregnancy risky. Worse, it brings long-term health problems.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Some studies show a link between artificial dyes and ADHD. So why did the FDA reject warning labels?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For people with heart trouble, their fitness level may be a better predictor of mortality than their weight.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The emotional pain of romantic relationship break-up has the same effect on the brain as physical...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Omega-3 fatty acids supplements may help ease symptoms in women who suffer from PMS.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Injecting stem cells into hearts reduces enlargement and scar tissue, and boosts heart function...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People who are seriously overweight tend not to see themselves as being as heavy as they are...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A supercomputer is turning its talents to diagnosing disease...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Oral contraceptives a one-year supply helps cut pregnancies...
Read more >Neil Wagner
If you are pregnant or trying to beome pregnant, check with your doctor before taking any medication — even herbal preparations.
Read more >Neil Wagner
You may be able to avoid this dreaded test with fecal occult blood tests or flexible sigmoidoscopy.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Americans' health is worse than their British counterparts' in everything from asthma to angina.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Seizures that occur when a child has a fever are scary, but are they dangerous? Sometimes.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Doctors are ordering surgical breast biopsies when needle biopsies would suffice. What's the cost...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Bisphosphonates, used to prevent bone loss from osteoporosis, may actually prolong life beyond preventing fractures.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Antioxidants appear to improve male fertility, reducing damaging oxidative stress on sperm...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Introducing solid foods too early raises the risk of obesity...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Drinking alcohol daily, smoking and a low body mass index all raise your risk of osteoporosis considerably.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Waiting longer than five years to begin hormones after menopause may reduce the risk of breast cancer associated with HRT.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A study of children two and under shows just how much being poor restricts kids' genetic potential.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Writing about your anxiety may help release some of its grip and enable you to perform more in line with your ability.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause may actually have a protective effect when it comes to certain cancers.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Kids' friends may have a bigger influence on how well they do in school than parents do.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The Surgeon General addresses the reasons women don't engage in this free, healthy practice...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Success rate in treatment is linked to the surgical skill and radiation strategy of your oncologist.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women without a family history of breast cancer are still at risk: so talk to your doctor about the right time to screen.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Teens who eat a diet high in added sugars have higher "bad" LDL cholesterol and trigylcerides.
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Don't assume a chubby baby is a healthy baby. Don't deny infants food, but when solids are introduced, make healthy choices.
Read more >Neil Wagner
If you are on cholesterol-lowering drugs, don't assume you can eat anything you want.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Leafy greens and olive oil help protect women from heart disease.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Wisconsin passed a law banning smoking in bars and restaurants. Now the air in them is not dangerous
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The number of women who die from general anesthesia during childbirth has dropped, but epidurals...
Read more >Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Seniors who eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, fish and low-fat dairy live longer and better.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Women having trouble conceiving may want to consider their exposure to BPA and learn how to limit it
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Many of us haven't heard cytomegalovirus, but babies can develop disabilities because of the disease
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It is not that Alzheimer's brains overproduce dangerous plaques; they have trouble getting rid of...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Marriage appears to make men nicer, though it's also true nice men are more likely to marry.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A chemical in antibacterial soap is linked to more allergies in kids, suggesting that a little moderation may be good.
Read more >Neil Wagner
No surprise: women facing job stress have a greatly increased risk of heart disease. But what to do?
Read more >Neil Wagner
It is often unnecessary to treat ear infections with antibiotics. They can increase bacterial resistance and cause side effects
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Workers with exhaustion and depression felt significantly better after they retired...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Truvada offers good protection from HIV infection. Will the CDC approve it?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Gaining just a few pounds can up your risk for heart disease by as much as 50%.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
"Telemonitoring" blood pressure via cell phone seems to help because it requires an active partnership between doctor and patient.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Just in: Another new study finds that early mammograms may bring big benefits to women under 50.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The dye used in heart imaging can harm the kidneys. Doctors thought acetylcysteine could protect us.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Synthetic marijuana, often legal and sold at convenience stores, can be more deadly than the real thing.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Don't smoke at home. Secondhand smoke appears to affect children even more than it does adults.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Want to lose weight? Let your computer or cell phone help you. Online feedback can improve results.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Stress isn't behind as much weight gain as was previously thought, but there are sex differences...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Many of those scented products you love actually give off toxic chemicals. Some are even "green."
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Eating more whole grains (and fewer refined grains) can help reduce belly fat, and your risk for diabetes and heart disease.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The thrill and pleasure of a new baby appear to stimulate brain growth, particularly in areas...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Teens' hearing has gotten worse. It may be from having the iPod or MP3 up too loud.
Read more >Neil Wagner
For young children in poor communities, having a mom who reads is a huge boost to school success.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Low doses of aspirin may be quite effective in fighting off colon cancer in those at high risk — but how it works is still a mystery.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Boys used to violent video clips have less response to them. Does this increase the likelihood...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Breastfed babies should have iron supplements beginning at four months old. All babies should be checked for iron at 12 months.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Hormone replacement therapy may increase the risk of developing breast cancer and of dying from it.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Don't be misled by health claims on food labels. Read the nutrition information on packages to get the full picture.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women who experience morning sickness are less likely to miscarry than women who do not...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Facing some adversity in your life may help you better cope with stress and be happier later on.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Limiting kids' TV and computer time can improve their ability to pay attention and reduce the risk of psychological problems.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Taking blood pressure meds before you go to sleep at night boosts their effectiveness by working with your body's natural rhythms.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Taking care of gum disease while you're pregnant may reduce the risk the risk of preterm birth.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Two new studies add to the debate about whether mammograms should be standard for women in their 40s
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Employers can help employees and their families get healthy with company programs and modest cash incentives.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Metabolic syndrome (insulin resistance, high blood pressure, blood fats and sugar) doubles the risk for heart attack and stroke.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
More magnesium in your diet, such as that found in whole grains, can reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Infant sleep positioners that are designed to hold babies in a position in their cribs may actually raise the risk of SIDS.
Read more >Neil Wagner
"Observation inflation" occurs when we think we've done something we haven't.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Just 20 minutes of exercise a day may help reduce fractures in women with bone loss.
Read more >Istvan Merchenthaler, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc. and Laszlo Prokai, Ph.D., D,Sc.
Getting estrogen to your brain is the quickest route to reducing some of menopause's worst symptoms, like hot flashes and memory loss.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A small study has found that stroke patients recover better when they receive magnetic pulses...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
New research finds a link between childhood obesity and the common cold virus. But how?
Read more >Neil Wagner
Joint supplements for arthritis have, unfortunately, not been demonstrated to help ailing joints.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Opening clogged arteries with angioplasty is useful for relieving angina, but it doesn't prevent heart attacks.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
People taking high doses of B vitamins had less brain shrinkage than those who didn't...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Contagious yawning is familiar to most. But did you know it is a form of normal social bonding...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Laser pointers can damage eyesight. Parents should teach kids the risks and know the power of any pointer their child uses.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Many people think their doctors made an error. True or not, patients often switch doctors...
Read more >Neil Wagner
Look at the hair of cardiac patients and you can see that in the months before the attack...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Eating omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce inflammation that's linked to diabetes.
Read more >Neil Wagner
The best medicine for concussion is rest. Young children need even more rest after a concussion than teenagers do.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Even though they may total enough hours at night, interrupted sleep is what hurts new moms.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
HRT may affect how doctors interpret the tests, leading to diagnoses diagnoses of breast cancer...
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Does taking this common painkiller disrupt the body's inflammatory response and provoke asthma?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
You may be able to reverse metabolic syndrome completely by making some important changes to your diet.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Seniors who worry about falling actually fall more than those who don't.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Smoking just one cigarette a day, or being around smokers, can lead to damage to your airways.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Relax. Being angry may cause your arteries to thicken and increase your risk for heart attack and stroke.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women who get their protein from sources other than red meats have healthier hearts.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
More and more girls are beginning puberty between ages seven and eight.
Read more >Neil Wagner
People with hearts that pump most effectively tend to have larger brains. Coincidence? Not likely.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
If you have had a cesarean section, you may still be able to deliver a child vaginally.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Doctors testing a woman's cholesterol may want to ask when her last period was, since estrogen level
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Teen violence can de-rail young lives. A new study links it to a teen's stage of sexual development, not age.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Researchers find that Irritable Bowel Syndrome is linked to changes in the brain as well as the gut.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A procedure that stops blood flow to uterine fibroids may be an alternative to hysterectomy.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Don't accept the term, "clinically proven" at face value. Look further to find out just what kind of study was done and by whom.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The better we understand another, the closer our brain patterns resemble theirs, neutral coupling...
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having a strong social support system rivals quitting smoking in terms of the years it can add to our lives.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Changing up how you practice a new skill helps your brain learn better.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Among other benefits, breastfeeding lowers babies' risk of respiratory and gastrointestinal infections.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women who go through early menopause – before age 46 – may be at double the risk for cardio events.
Read more >Neil Wagner
New mothers have elevated levels of MAO-A, an enzyme known to deactivate neurotransmitters that affect mood.
Read more >Neil Wagner
We spend $77 billion on "medicalized" conditions like erectile dysfunction. Is this a wise use of healthcare dollars?
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The risk of multiple sclerosis increases in parts of the world that receive less sun.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Men's sexual systems produce erections and millions of sperm. Their complexity is often overlooked until something goes wrong.
Read more >Neil Wagner
It is not uncommon for sexual satisfaction to decline with age. Talking with your partner can help in many ways.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women on the pill may suffer from lower libido than women on other forms of birth control.
Read more >Jennifer Barrick, M.S., C.G.C., Nancie Petrucelli, M.S., C.G.C., and Michael S. Simon, M.D., M.P.H.
Genetics plays a role in breast cancer risk, so do other hereditary syndromes. Learn what to look for.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Teens' screen time offers risks and rewards. How to minimize the risks.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Significant weight gain (over 30-pounds) during middle-age can increase a woman's risk of breast cancer after menopause.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When babies begin to eat solids they are particularly at risk for vitamin D deficiency.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The hormonal changes surrounding ovulation are often intense.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
An hour a day of moderate exercise like walking or a half-hour of vigorous exercise like jogging can prevent weight gain.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Heavy alcohol consumption and a fatty diet raise the risk of breast cancer by up to 20%.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Stress is a fact of life, but you can learn to manage it better, both mentally and physically.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
What a woman eats when pregnant and breastfeeding can reduce her child's chances of asthma and eczema.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The use of herbal preparations, in any stage of life, but particularly during pregnancy, should not be taken lightly.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Small talk can help in some social situations, but people who engage in more substantial conversations tend to be happier.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The varicella vaccine for chickenpox can help reduce symptoms or even prevent infection even when given after you've been exposed.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The cause of sudden infant death syndrome or SIDS is not yet known, but low levels of serotonin may play a role.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Timing makes a difference when it comes to taking antidepressant and anti-anxiety drugs while pregnant.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Oral contraceptives appear to lower the bone density of women using them. Age and time on the pill seem to be factors.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
If your heart rate at rest is over 100 beats per minute, you are at far higher risk of death from heart disease. It is not too late to act.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Surfen, a molecule that prevents the HIV virus from communicating with an important compound in semen, holds promise as a means of prevention.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
A series of studies on exercise and aging shows that brisk walking can improve bones, heart and balance.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Exercise helps prevent cognitive decline. Better circulation in the brain and increased brain cell production are two reasons why.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Giving breast cancer patients acupuncture can help ease the side effects of hormone therapy and improves sex drive in some.
Read more >Neil Wagner
A simple blood test may replace amniocentesis as the best means for determining a baby's sex early in utero
Read more >Neil Wagner
Blocking the action of the hunger hormone, ghrelin, just may ease that obsession with nachos.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Autism appears to be more common among the children of the well-educated. But is this just the result of more frequent diagnosis?
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Soy-based foods mimic estrogen's effects and may lower women's risk of ovarian and endometrial cancers.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
For most babies, breast milk is the best milk, but it is important to supplement with vitamin D.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Having high HDL, the "good" cholesterol actually seems to help reduce the chances of heart failure.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
When teenagers feel alienated from their families, they are at greater risk for sadness and depression.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
High blood sugar during pregnancy, gestational diabetes, is a major health risk for mothers and babies.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Being premature doesn't in itself raise the risk of autism, but complications affecting the brain do.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Hormone replacement therapy often causes breast tenderness, which appears to be associated with a higher risk of breast cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women who obsessively replay negative events in their mind are more at risk for alcoholism, depression and obesity.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Folate or folic acid is required for the formation of nucleotides, the "building blocks" for DNA and RNA.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
There are a number of things to consider when thinking about beginning hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Vaccinating against HPV (Human Papillomavirus) may also prevent against certain forms of breast cancer.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Studies show that cynical and hostile people have a higher mortality rate than those who are optimistic and trusting.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
For women with Stage 1 ovarian cancer, it may not be necessary to remove the uterus or both ovaries, thus preserving fertility.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Depression during pregnancy not only affects the mother, but it can be damaging to the baby as well.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Glycemic load is significantly correlated with estrogen receptor-positive/progesterone receptor-negative breast cancer.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The STD chlamydia can be diagnosed with a urine specimen and does not require a pelvic examination or vaginal or urethral culture.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends offering a pacifier at nap time and bedtime.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Cognitive functions do indeed seem to suffer slightly in early menopause. But these functions rebound when menopause is fully underway.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Low-glycemic foods, like whole grains, take longer to break down than high glycemic foods do, resulting in a slower climb in blood sugar.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Eating vegetables (and not eating meat) raises the quality of sperm men produce.
Read more >Jordana Bieze Foster
Taking birth control pills can interfere with women athletes' ability to build muscle mass.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Coffee appears to reduce the risk of stroke in women.
Read more >Jordana Bieze Foster
A protein in cartilage appears associated with age-related articular cartilage loss, a discovery that could lead to more effective treatments for OA.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Chlamydia can result in pelvic inflammatory disease, ectopic pregnancy, and lead to female infertility.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
For newborns whose mothers smoke, withdrawal from nicotine occurs during the first five days after birth.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Sleep deprivation may be a risk factor for many common medical problems, including weight gain, diabetes and hypertension.
Read more >Esther Entin, M.D.
Although premature infants' bones grow in length and circumference, the quality of the bones themselves is often poor.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
It is not clear that drinking any amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Let your dentist know if you are taking bisphosphonates for osteoporosis. They can bring on deterioration of the jawbone.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
The acidity of a diet high in grains and meats may actually increase the excretion of calcium, weakening bones.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
Women who are exposed to secondhand smoke may have more trouble getting pregnant or, once pregnant, have increased chances of miscarriage.
Read more >Jordana Bieze Foster
Neutralizing the metabolic acidity of the typical American diet can effectively reduce bone loss in older people.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
When healthy cells are damaged by the chemicals used in the chemotherapy, the patient may experience unwanted side-effects.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Bones may seem like such solid, unchanging objects. In reality, they’re very dynamic.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Statins are effective for men, but it is not clear they are effective for women.
Read more >Neil Wagner
Mothers who eat fish while pregnant and who later breastfeed their infants see better early physical and mental development.
Read more >Kelli Dunham
In order to avoid melanoma, young women should wear plenty of sunscreen and avoid the hottest parts of the day.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
There is broad agreement that all women of childbearing age and their partners should have a reproductive plan.
Read more >Alice G. Walton
A new fertility treatment for women facing cancer treatment significantly increases the odds that they will be able harvest their eggs.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Staying in good shape is harder for older women than older men because women's bodies are less able to replace muscle that is lost naturally as they age, according to a new study.
Read more >Renata Urban, M.D., and Jonathan S. Berek, M.D., M.M.S.
By the time most women seek treatment for epithelial ovarian cancer, the disease has already reached an advanced stage.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Results suggest that any woman who have taken combination HRT should continue to have regular mammograms.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Eating low-fat dairy foods is associated with a lower risk of developing hypertension, or high blood pressure.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
It is important to know if the information you are gathering on the Web is from a credible source.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Caffeine reduces the risk of ovarian cancer; and alcohol and cigarette use had no ill effect. More
Read more >Tom Gilbert
For some older women, calcium may increase the risk of heart attack.
Read more >John E. Morley, M.B., B.Ch. and Sheri R. Colberg, Ph.D.
Strong Bones, Healthy JointsJohn E. Morley, M.B., B.Ch., and Sheri R. Colberg, Ph.D.
Your bone mineral density should be repeated after two years to determine your rate of bone loss.
Read more >Frederick Sweet, Ph.D.
Men, Women and AspirinTom Gilbert
Taking a low-dose aspirin once a day can help prevent heart attacks, but new research suggests that this may only be true for men...
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Middle-aged women have a far greater risk of stroke than do men.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Popular legal stimulants coffee and tea do not increase a woman's risk of developing breast cancer.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
New data suggest that long-term and intense physical exercise may help protect women against some types of breastcancer.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
When it comes to breast-cancer surgery, a new study suggests that experience is crucial — far fewer patients die at hospitals that perform more surgeries.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Pregnant smokers may "program" their children to become smokers suggests the latest research.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
We have long known that certain behaviors such as smoking and consumption of fatty foods lead to an increased risk of developing cancer.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
For decades, women with breast cancer have struggled with a decision — whether or not to undergo chemotherapy.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
"High-dose cortisone is the second most common cause of osteoporosis, and we currently have no real treatment for this serious side effect," says Steven L.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Women who take a combination of estrogen and testosterone to treat the symptoms of menopause may be putting themselves at greater risk for breast cancer.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Calcium supplementation during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of high blood pressure and preeclampsia.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
A study finds coffee drinking is related to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Giving breastfed babies a bit of solid food may help ward off food allergies.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
Modern medicine's battle against cervical cancer is a tale of two worlds.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
Male InfertilitySusan C. Stewart, M.D.
If you have a low sperm count and are trying for a pregnancy, you should avoid hot tubs and saunas.
Read more >Dharmen Patel, M.D., Lawrence Shapiro, M.D., and Robert G. Lerner, M.D.
Both women AND men can get breast cancer from inherited breast cancermutations.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
Drinking green tea may help protect women from getting breast cancer — that's the good news from a study by researchers at the Boston University Schools of Medicine and Public Health.
Read more >The first two weeks of any person's attempt to quit smoking are critical.
Read more >Yusuf Yazici, M.D., and Akgun Ince, M.D.
Strengthening exercises for the quadriceps can help relieve symptoms of knee arthritis.
Read more >Kathryn J. Zerbe, M.D.
Recovering bulimics should protect their teeth by NOT brushing vigorously.
Read more >Kathryn J. Zerbe, M.D.
Psychodynamic therapy works best with those who are curious to learn more about themselves and their inner thoughts.
Read more >Tom Gilbert
People experience pain differently; some are more sensitive than others. Genes may be the reason.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
Two common conditions that can produce chest pain and are frequently confused with angina are esophageal reflux disease and panic attacks.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
At the beginning of the twentieth century, if an American woman smoked a cigarette it was considered disgraceful behavior.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
Balance exercise, like Tai Chi, can lessen the risk of falls.
Read more >John E. Morley, M.D.
Incontinence, the inability to restrain the discharge of urine, is an extremely common and highly treatable disorder.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
There is an odd perception that colorectal cancer (CRC) is a man's disease.
Read more >Susan C. Stewart, M.D.
Everyone of us has had a friend or relative concerned about their family history of breast cancer.
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