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8 Foods for Being your Healthiest After Menopause
Eat these foods to lessen or avoid the weight gain and other health complications many women experience after menopause.
News About Cervical Cancer
A recent study shows that cervical cancer rates may be higher than previously reported.
Do Antidepressants Cause Bone Loss?
Some commonly prescribed antidepressant medications may contribute to bone thinning in older women.
Heart Attacks in Women Are More Likely to Be Deadly
Why women need to take all warning signs seriously.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: What Women Need to Know
Could this common but not very well known condition affect you?
Spotlight on Endometriosis
"Top Chef" host Padma Lakshmi and Tamer Seckin, MD, are raising awareness of this common condition.
6 Habits That Can Harm a Woman s Health
From schlepping around a heavy shoulder bag to sleeping with your makeup on, here s a look at some habits that can have an adverse affect on your health.
5 Doctors Every Woman Needs in Her Contacts List
Keep the contact info for these MDs close at hand.
4 Ways to Prevent Getting a Cold
The average adult gets between two and four colds each year, and upper respiratory infections can take 10 days to get over. Here s four tips to ward off illness.
The Link Between Shift Work and Cancer Risk
Shift work (working during the time when most people are asleep) may increase your risk of cancer learn what you can do about it.
Want To Try Yoga? Finding The Right Teacher Is Key
Curious about this popular form of exercise that claims to reduce stress, improve bone density, and boost brain function? Finding the right teacher is the crucial first step.
10 Beauty-Boosting Uses for Coconut Oil
Want lustrous hair, luminous skin, and healthy nails? Try adding coconut oil to your beauty routine.
Pluck Perfect Eyebrows at Home
A New York City-based eyebrow artist shares his tricks and tips for do-it-yourself eyebrow elegance.
How to Indulge Without Overdoing It
Too much food and drink is bad for your health and can even shorten your lifespan.
Trend Alert: Vitamin C Showerheads
A popular wellness amenity in high-end hotels, vitamin C-infused showerheads are now available for your home. Are they worth the investment?
The Perfect Fit: Choosing the Right Mastectomy Bra
You might expect bra shopping after a mastectomy to be a different experience, but it's still all about comfort and fit.
What Makes an Effective To-Do List?
A single, simple strategy to make your list work for you.
8 Ways to Deal With Winter Eczema
While this itchy skin condition can occur year round, it's particularly problematic in the winter. Here's how to soothe dry, irritated skin.
Simple Solutions for 3 Common Scalp Problems
Is your scalp too oily? Too itchy? Too dry? We've got fast tips to help you flaunt a head of healthy hair.
Can Asthma Affect Your Fertility?
Researchers in Denmark have found that women with asthma seem to experience delays in getting pregnant. Find out why this may occur.
5 Hangover Myths Debunked
It's easy to over-indulge on festive occasions, but if you do, you're likely to suffer the consequences the next day. Read on for the fact-based tips that will actually cure the dreaded hangover.
Psoriasis Treatments Make It Easier to Live With Painful, Itchy Skin
While there's no cure for this chronic autoimmune disease, the options available today can make living with the painful symptoms much easier.
It Is Not Possible to Be Obese and Healthy, Study Shows
Although they may feel healthy in the present, obese individuals are not exempt from the long-term consequences of carrying extra pounds.
Before You Go Under the Knife: 6 Facts About Plastic Surgery
Procedures like Botox, brow lifts, and breast augmentation are becoming more common, but there are still risks involved. Consider these factors before you have work done.
6 Ways to Get Addicted to Exercise
If your workout doesn't make you happy, you're less likely to stick with it. Use these tips to stay motivated and get the most out of your exercise routine.
5 Heart-Healthy Ways to Use Garlic
It's tough to beat the health benefits of garlic—it fights inflammation, cancer, hypertension, and even has anti-coagulating properties. Read on for delicious ways to incorporate more garlic into your diet.
5 Heart-Healthy Ways to Enjoy Kale
Kale is a versatile, nutrient-packed powerhouse that may be the healthiest food in your fridge. Learn how to enjoy this dark green oxidant-fighting machine.
How to Look Better in Cold Weather
When the weather outside is frightful, your skin, hair, and nails may pay the price. Here's how to stay looking pretty even as Mother Nature gets ugly.
In Bitter Cold, Be Alert for Signs of Hypothermia
It's important to be aware of how your body responds to the cold. Brave the cold without the bite of howling winds and low temperatures by keeping these expert tips in mind to prevent hypothermia.
5 Things You Can Do to Perk Up Sagging Skin
To slow down sagging skin, you need to cover your bases: Eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of water, cleanse and moisturize skin properly, wear sunscreen regularly, and avoid smoking and other toxins. But if all else seems to fail, try these too.
10 Ways to Avoid Job Stress When You Have Cancer
While there are many benefits to working while sick, you ll still have to cope with job stress and the side effects of treatment. Here s help.
9 Safety Tips for Skiing, Snowboarding, and Sledding
Snowy terrain brings wintertime fun for "kids" of all ages. Preschoolers as well as retirees can partake in skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, which are very safe activities when done correctly. Avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency room by taking these precautions.
Apartment Living: 7 Tips for Exercise Etiquette
We all know exercise is good for your health, but noisy equipment or workout routines may be disrupting your neighbors. Here's how to politely work up a sweat.
An Extensive Guide to the Flu Vaccine: What You Need to Know
Each year hundreds of thousands of people are hospitalized from flu-related complications. Why take that chance? Get immunized to protect yourself from this life-threatening illness.
Will You Have Your Mother's Menopause?
Though heredity plays a role in menopause, there are other factors that can affect your change-of-life transition.
5 Ways to Practice Common-Cold Etiquette
Colds happen. But passing them along to someone else doesn't have to.
When You Gotta Go, Go. The Dangers of "Holding It In"
When your body sends a signal that it s time to use the restroom, you shouldn t ignore it. Here are some surprising reasons why.
Why Shedding Pounds Is Tough for Some Women
Some women's bodies hold on more tightly to calories consumed, resulting in unwanted weight gain. Here's the whole story.
Is Passive Aggressive Behavior Affecting Your Life?
Hostile cooperation is at the core of passive aggressive behavior, a common way to avoid confrontation. Learn more about how to deal with conflict in a healthy way.
Are You Over-Using Your Favorite Beauty Products?
The best beauty advice: Less is more. Use our guidelines on how much is enough when it comes to 12 top beauty must-haves.
Beauty Care Products: What Do the Buzzwords Mean?
Don't be fooled into thinking your soap or shampoo is safe just because of what the label says. Here's what you need to know.
25 Ways to Get Your Family to Eat More Vegetables
Veg out with these easy ideas to get more greens (and oranges and yellows) into your family's diet.
4 Steps to Finding Your Perfect Fitness Plan
From the best time to work out to zeroing in on exercises you love, here's how to rev up your routine so you can start to see results.
Healthy Kitchen: What's in, What's Out?
As nutritional research evolves, the list of recommended staples to stock in your kitchen changes. Here's an updated list.
Your Guide to "Me Time"
"Me time" has many benefits, including better time-management and improved mental health. Here's a five-step strategy to help you sneak it into your schedule.
10 Ways to Streamline Your Morning Routine
From pre-planning your wardrobe to skipping certain steps altogether, we've found 10 simple ways to save time in the a.m.
Can E-Cigarettes Help Smokers Kick the Habit?
They've been touted as a less-toxic alternative to regular cigarettes. But research suggests e-cigarettes may have little effect on smoking cessation. Learn more.
Change Your Life and Achieve Your Goals
Reaching a goal involves having the right mindset. These six tips will help you stop sabotaging your dreams with negative self talk.
Have You and Your Spouse Grown Apart?
If you aren't feeling connected to your spouse these days, read on for steps you can take to turn around your relationship.
A New Hue for You
Thinking about coloring your hair? Our expert advice will help you find a flattering shade.
Genes and Breast Cancer: Are You at Risk?
Both breast and ovarian cancers are strongly linked to two specific genes. Learn more about what options are available for women with mutations in these genes.
Split (Ends) Happens: How to Keep Hair Healthy
Common styling mistakes and everyday wear and tear can lead to split ends. Here's how to protect your luscious locks.
10 Steps to the Perfect Home Pedicure
If you prefer to spend your beauty bucks elsewhere, here's a guide to prettying your feet at home.
The Trouble With Tea
Five ingredients in tea can potentially harm your health. Here's what you need to know.
How to Care for Your Contact Lenses
Cleaning and storing your contact lenses as prescribed are essential in keeping your eyes free from infection. Follow these key steps.
Navigating Social Invitations When You Have Allergies
Read on for smart ways to safeguard your health and still be a gracious guest.
8 Easy Tips for Organizing Your Medicine Cabinet
Follow this handy guide so you're fully prepared when minor injuries and illnesses strike.
The Link Between Folic Acid and Autism
If you're considering having a baby, you'll want to ask your doctor about folic acid and its potential role in preventing autism.
Are Vegetables Enough?
Are the greens on your plate providing you with the nutrients your body needs? Something may be missing.
Eliminating Hair Down There: What's Safe, What's Not?
Waxing, shaving, sugaring, and more. Find out which options are safe and which ought to be avoided.
What Type of Body Fat Is Most Dangerous?
More than one third of adults and nearly one in five children are obese. However, not all fat is created equal.
Herpes Complications to Watch Out For
Typically, the herpes virus is easily managed. However, there are some complications that can result in long-term health issues.
Why Your Body Needs Water
H20 doesn't just quench your thirst; it also helps fuel vital processes in the body. How much should you be drinking?
Get the Facts About Frozen Shoulder
Shoulder pain shouldn't be ignored, especially if it limits your arm's mobility. Here's what you need to know.
5 Skincare FAQs
Read on for solutions to five of your biggest skincare concerns.
Letting Go of Your Teen: Why It's Important
He craves more independence, but you aren't ready to give up control. Unfortunately, this kind of interference on your part can endanger your child's development, among other things.
Women and Malnutrition
For a growing number of women, anorexia and bulimia isn't their teen's problem; it's theirs. Learn more about this very real health issue.
The Truth About Your Thyroid and Your Weight
Learn how this tiny gland affects your metabolism, and whether it's really responsible for those extra pounds during middle age.
The Benefits of Not Acting Your Age
Studies show that most adults would be happier, and healthier, if they occasionally acted like a child. Here are three tips to try.
6 Rules for Reversing a Bad Impression
Open mouth, insert foot. A bad impression is sure to stick unless you take steps to change it. Here's what to do.
Do You Have Too Much of This Type of Fat?
Excess abdominal fat, especially visceral fat, may be a risk factor for some serious health problems. Fortunately, you can take measures to improve your health. Here's how.
Domestic Violence: Know the Facts
Learn about the subtle and not-so-subtle signs of this dangerous behavior pattern.
Someone's Gained Weight: What to Say (and Not Say)
If someone near to you has recently gained weight, you may feel it's your duty to say something, but consider this expert insight first.
Breast Cancer Surgery: What Are the Options?
Approximately 12 percent of women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime but when it comes to surgery, there's no simple formula. Here, a rundown of the most common surgeries performed after a breast cancer diagnosis.
How to Deal With Your Ex During Special Occasions
Here are 10 strategies to help you handle parties, dinners, or school plays in which your ex is also a guest.
6 DIY Massage Techniques
Relieve stress, reduce pain, and even improve your mood. If you lack the time or money to see a professional masseuse, here's how to reap the benefits of this therapy in the comfort of your own home.
Healthy Spotlight: Kale
If you're wondering why all the buzz about this popular leafy green, find out what makes it a nutritional powerhouse and how you can enjoy it as a part of your healthy diet.
5 Life Lessons to Share With Teens
Now that you're older and wiser, you may want to pass on what you've learned to the teens in your life.
6 Common Pet-Training Mistakes
Don't wait too long. Start training when your pet is young, and he'll be less likely to develop behavioral problems as time goes on.
Be Prepared for Unexpected Health Expenses
If you're living with a chronic health condition, being monetarily prepared in the event of a medical emergency is the key to avoiding financial disaster.
Could Your Partner Have Alexithymia?
This little-known personality trait may be causing an emotional disconnect between you and your spouse. Here's how to spot it, and how to reconnect again.
The Lowdown on Low-Residue Diets
Designed to reduce the frequency and volume of stools while prolonging intestinal travel time, low-residue diets typically contain less than 10 grams of fiber per day. Here's more of what you need to know.
Are Poisonous Plants Growing in Your Garden?
Some popular plants pose a health threat to your kids and pets. Here's how to keep your family safe.
7 Easy Ways to Enjoy Doing Nothing
Experts say that doing nothing can reduce stress, help you heal faster, and contribute to a sense of well-being. Here's how to do nothing the enjoyable way.
Beauty Trend to Try: A Back Facial
The hard-to-reach areas on your back will benefit from this skin-smoothing spa treatment.
Home Birth: Is It Right for You?
Considering giving birth to your baby at home? Here's what you need to know.
Everything You Need to Know About Midwives
Considering consulting a midwife? Learn more about these birthing and maternal care specialists.
7 Myths About Ticks
When it comes to these bugs, what's fact and what's fiction? Let us set the record straight.
Is Work-Life Balance a Myth?
"Work-life balance." It's a pretty elusive term. Is it actually possible to have it all?
5 Habits to Help You Get (and Stay) Organized
Save time and stress with these ingenious ideas from organizing experts.
10 Easy Ways to Maintain Your Weight
Now that you got it off, keep it off! We'll show you how.
4 Tips to Find Your Focus
Having trouble paying attention? Train your brain and improve your ability to concentrate.
Are You Sabotaging Your Allergy Treatment?
If you're ignoring these eight guidelines, your allergy symptoms may not have the opportunity to improve.
6 Super Foods for Bone Health
Eating right will help you stand tall and stay mobile well into your golden years. Be good to your bones by learning which foods keep your skeleton strong.
5 Ways to Keep Your Face Shine-Free
Oily skin be gone! Learn how to control your complexion and put your best face forward.
How Often Do You Replace Your Toothbrush?
An old toothbrush can put you at risk for cavities and other oral issues. Here's how to know when to toss that brush.
IUI or IVF: Which Should You Try?
If you're having difficulty conceiving naturally, two common procedures can increase your chances. See which one is better for you.
5 Signs You're Stressed
One look in the mirror can gauge your stress levels. That's because, left uncontrolled, stress takes a physical toll on your body, inside and out. Here's how to make a change.
Your Menstrual Cycle: What's Normal, What's Not?
Too heavy? Too light? Too often? Missing? Here's what's normal and what's not when it comes to menstruation, and what you can do about menstrual cycle dysfunction. Plus, get advice on PMS and PMDD.
What to Expect At Your Pre-Op Appointment
When it comes to something as serious and important as surgery, it pays to be as well prepared as possible.
Pre-eclampsia and Diabetes: Know the Risks
This serious medical condition not only jeopardizes the health of a pregnant mom and her unborn baby; it can increase the mother s risk of another condition later in life.
Roadblock to Pregnancy: PCOS and Diabetes
If you've got diabetes, you may also have a condition that's keeping you from getting pregnant. Here's what you need to know.
New Models for Primary Care
The U.S. is facing a shortage of primary care physicians. Could your health care end up being affected?
When Doctor Doesn't Know Best
The U.S. is facing a shortage of primary care physicians. Could your health care end up being affected?
How to Handle Retirement Fears
Does the prospect of retirement frighten you? Here's how to face your fears head-on.
Psoriasis Skin-Care Secrets
If you're among the 7.5 million Americans living with this skin condition, we've got tips to help you look and feel your best.
Help for Hammertoes
Take steps to avoid (or relieve the pain from) this common foot problem.
Low Testosterone, High Risk of Diabetes?
Learn more about how low testosterone can raise the risk of diabetes in men.
Get Relief From Belching, Bloating, and Flatulence
These gastrointestinal issues are sometimes painful and often embarrasing. Fortunately, a few tweaks to your behavior can help keep them under control.
10+ Ways to Go Gourmet When Grilling
Bored with burgers? Try these delicious ideas, and fall in love with barbecuing again.
Stock Your Freezer With Healthy Foods
Not all frozen foods are created equal. Here's what to look for at the supermarket and how to prepare these selections once you're home.
The New Age of Older Trainers
A growing number of individuals are getting fit by working out with gray-haired trainers. Learn how you can benefit from the wisdom and experience of these in-shape seniors.
8 Habits of Skinny People
How do some folks manage to stay svelte with what looks like little effort? Learn their tricks.
Walking vs. Running: Which Is Better?
If you want to lose weight, running is the clear winner. But there are many benefits of walking, too. Here's the whole scoop.
5 Reasons Sex Is Better After 50
Here are some reasons you'll want to get between the sheets, and linger a little longer, too.
Can Maca Supplements Improve Your Love Life?
Maca, better known as Peruvian ginseng, is purported to be an aphrodisiac. But can it really make you perform better in bed?
7 Deadly and Not-So-Deadly Skin Sins
Here's how not to care for your skin. Taking heed of these seven common blunders will help renew your complexion and possibly even save your life.
Be Smart About Sex (at Any Age)
Adults ages 50 and older are at an increased risk for STDs. Here's what you need to know to avoid catching or spreading serious diseases.
Unwanted Facial Hair? Try Dermaplaning
This innovative technique can help remove peach fuzz and leave your skin glowing, too.
7 Tips for Safe Shaving
Shaving can be a pain, literally! Whether it's razor burn, bumps, or ingrown hairs, we have tips to prevent and treat common problems.
5 Beat-the-Heat Beauty Secrets
These expert tips will keep you looking hot, no matter how sweltering it is outside.
The Buzz About Coffee Bean Extract and Weight Loss
New studies explore how coffee may help people lose weight and even reduce their risk of diabetes.
The Mediterranean Diet and Melanoma
Going Mediterranean may offer protective benefits against skin cancer. That's on top of the other health benefits this easy-to-follow diet serves up.
Beyond Protein: 4 Foods That Feed Muscles
Protein plays a crucial role in building muscle, but it's not the only player. Here's what else your body craves.
7 Must-Know Facts About the New Health Insurance Law
Big changes are coming to health insurance that may affect your family. Here is the information you need.
Air Pollution May Up Your Cardio Risk
Did you know your surroundings could increase your chances of suffering a heart attack or stroke? Here's why.
How to Handle Seizures in Pets
Watching your beloved four-legged friend have a seizure can leave you feeling helpless. Get the facts and learn how to best respond.
Is the Flu Different for Women and Men?
Due to evolutionary factors and hormones, one sex is more prone to a miserable bout of the flu.
When to Clean, When to Disinfect
Soap and water alone are fine for keeping dust bunnies away, but they won t rid your home of germs. Here's how to tell when your home needs more than just a routine clean.
A Closer Look at Bronchitis
A nagging cough, low-grade fever, and pain or tightness in the chest may signal bronchitis. Here's how to tell for sure.
A Closer Look at Laryngitis
Here's why you may have lost your voice...and how to find it again.
Improve Your Memory By "Getting a Grip"
If it's sometimes hard to grasp words and facts that you used to have a handle on, it might be time to get a grip, literally.
Spina Bifida: Prevention Tips
The most common birth defect in the U.S., spina bifida can be permanently disabling. But it's also highly preventable. Here's what you need to know.
Nutrition Bars: Healthy or Hype?
They're marketed as nutritious alternatives to poor-quality fast food. But what's really beneath the wrapper?
Should You Get an Eyelash Perm?
Here's what you need to know about this beauty-enhancing.
Attitudes Towards Overweight MDs
Does your doctor's appearance affect your impression of his medical skills?
Laser Liposuction: The Latest in Body Sculpting
This minimally invasive procedure combines two techniques to help slim your physique.
Make Your Practice Perfect: Shake up Your Routine
Can taking a new approach to training improve your performance? Find out.
Quick and Easy Home Repairs You Can Do
Is your home in need of some TLC? Here are a few jobs you can tackle on your own.
Skin Ulcers: Importance of Early Detection
Poor circulation can lead to painful and unsightly skin ulcers, most commonly found on the inside of the ankles. Here's how to detect a problem so treatment can begin.
Grapefruit Juice and Meds: A Dangerous Combo
Grapefruit juice can increase the potency of certain drugs, converting them to life-threatening doses. Here's what you need to know.
Everyday Foods That Help You Lose Weight
Including certain edibles in your diet can help ward off hunger. Learn more.
Preeclampsia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Here's what you need to know about this pregnancy complication.
Living With Diabetes While Pregnant
Here's exactly what you need to know about your blood sugar, cholesterol, and other key factors through your high-risk pregnancy.
Obese Drivers at Higher Risk for Fatal Car Accidents
Obese drivers are more likely to die in car crash, research reveals. Here's why.
The Dried Fruit Question: To Eat or Not to Eat?
Fruit is good for you, no doubt. But there are particular factors to consider when it comes to choosing dried fruit.
Young Women Get Breast Cancer, Too
Though most cases of breast cancer occur in women over 55, thousands under the age of 40 are diagnosed each year. Find out if you're at increased risk and what you can do to protect yourself.
How Being "Out" Affects Your Well-Being
A new study reveals how being open about your sexuality can bode well for your health.
Myths About Being Pregnant (or a New Mommy)
You'll hear lots of advice if you're pregnant or a new mom, but not all of it is correct. We'll help you sort the facts from the folklore.
Tips for Holding a Successful Family Meeting
This communication tool can help your family unit thrive. Here's how to organize a successful session.
Why Cancer Insurance May Not Pay Off
If you were diagnosed tomorrow, would you be prepared financially? If the answer is "no," you may be tempted to invest in cancer insurance. But read this first.
You Can Have Great Sex Without Intercourse
Find new ways to explore intimacy with your partner. Changes as you age don't have to spell an end to sharing a deeper connection.
Key Treatments for PTSD
Here are five common therapies that have shown promise for those with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
How Carcinogens Cause Cancer
Environmental factors account for about two-thirds of all cancer cases, according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Here's what you need to know.
Skin Cancer: Researching How It Spreads so It Can Be Stopped
Understanding how melanoma metastasizes will help scientists develop potential new treatment therapies.
Bullying Behavior: How to Keep Your Child Safe
From the school yard to cyberspace, here's how recognize bullying in all its forms and how to teach your child the best ways to respond.
Top 5 Diet Mistakes
Have you changed your eating habits to shed some pounds but find the numbers on the scale are going up?
Ouch! How to Handle a Paper Cut
It happens to everyone... and it hurts! Here's what to do when you or a loved one gets a paper cut.
Alzheimer's Disease: Nature or Nurture?
Is Alzheimer's a result of genetics or environment? Scientists say both. While you can't change your genes, you can alter your lifestyle to help reduce your risk of this degenerative brain disorder.
Go Greek for Better Sex
The Mediterranean Diet isn't just good for your health; it can benefit your love life, too. Here's how to diet your way to a better libido.
Nagging: Just What the Doctor Ordered
Need a reason to get moving? Let your nagging spouse (or child) help you out. Learn why nagging can be good for your health.
Overactive Bladder & Sex
This condition, especially common in women, can have embarrassing ramifications in the bedroom. Here's how to cope.
Will A Little Booze Help You Snooze?
No doubt about it: Downing a drink can help you fall asleep. But there's a downside. Learn what happens when you mix alcohol with slumber.
Home Safety: Prevention and First Aid for Burns
How to treat burns at home, and how to know when medical attention is needed.
Gear up for Warm Weather Workouts
When the temperatures rise, freshen up your workout by exercising in the fresh air. Here's how to maximize your efforts, and also stay safe, while breaking a sweat in the great outdoors.
3 Ways Women Sabotage Relationships
On the road to romance, women may encounter several speed bumps. Surprisingly, some are self-inflicted. Learn about the three main roadblocks, plus find tips to get back on track.
Reputations: Hard to Build, Easy to Destroy
Your reputation is the bedrock of your good name. Here's how to look after it.
Less Is More: The Truth About High-Intensity Interval Training
Have you heard about high-intensity interval training? It's a harder, faster, quicker and, quite possibly, a fitter form of fitness that nets big results in less time.
Your Menopause Fitness Plan
Here's a decade-by-decade guide to getting fit before, during, and after the change.
The Easy Way to Eating Well: A Guide for Busy Cooks
Try these nutritional tweaks for healthier meals that are ready in no time.
Should You Diet for Your Body Type?
Hunters, farmers, and Ayurvedic types: Where does your body fit in, and how heavily should it influence your food choices?
Exercise Modifications Can Keep You Moving
Nearly any exercise can be modified to compensate for injuries, or even pregnancy. Here are some ideas.
The Truth About Masturbation
Here's what you need to know about this "hush hush" topic.
Is Your Healthy Diet Good for the Environment?
Will a plant-based diet lighten your carbon footprint? The answer may surprise you.
Cellulitis: What It Is and How to Treat It
This skin disease is usually treated on an outpatient basis, but hospitalization may be required in more serious cases. Here's what you need to know.
4 Signs of an Abusive Relationship
Sometimes it's not a telltale sign of abuse. Other times the victim is in denial. Whatever the situation, there is help.
Gestational Diabetes: What It Means for Mom and Baby
An increasing number of women are developing this complication of pregnancy that delivers some serious health consequences. Here's what you need to know about gestational diabetes.
What Jealousy Can Teach You
Ever find yourself green with envy, even toward your friends? Take the time to examine these feelings so you can understand what they really mean.
Is Slumber the Secret to a Happy Marriage?
Having marital troubles? The real problem may lie with your sleeping habits.
Dial Down the Heat on Hot Flashes
Hot flashes are a well-known, frequently-complained-about source of discomfort brought on by menopause. Here's how to get relief from these and other "more-than-just annoyances."
Promising Treatments for Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
Learn how one person with Myeloproliferative Neoplasm (MPN) used his diagnosis to bring awareness to this rare type of blood cancer.
Green Product Reviews: Behind the Scenes of a Site
Sites that do their own in-house reviewing are useful tools for consumers. But what steps do sites like these take to reach their conclusions? We went ahead and found out.
Safe Sex at Any Age
Think you're too old to pick up a sexually transmitted disease? Think again.
6 Ways to Age-Proof Your Brain
New research demonstrates the domino effect among brain cells; all it takes is one aging brain cell to affect another. Here's how to help keep them all healthy.
Snoring May Mean Serious Health Risks
New study suggests snoring may be more than just a nuisance. Read on to learn about its connection to heart attack and stroke.
Would You Gain Weight to Look Younger?
Women who have spent years struggling with the scale may relish in what the researchers say, but is this finding enough of a reason to harbor excess weight?
The Toll Diabetes Can Take on Women
Are you a woman living with diabetes? Take these precautions to help protect yourself from heart disease, kidney problems, and other serious complications.
Hypoglycemia: Symptoms and Treatments
This condition occurs when blood sugar (glucose) drops too low. Learn more about key signs and important actions to take.
The Skinny on Omega-3 Fatty Acids
ALA. DHA. EPA. We spell out the differences between these essential fatty acids.
How to Look Great in Every Photo
Put your best face forward with these seven expert-tested tips.
How to Develop and Sustain Your Willpower Reserves
Willpower isn't an innate gift; it s a skill. And with practice, it's one that can be developed and made even better.
Get a Great Workout in the Water
Water-related exercise is easy on the body and burns calories, too. Here's how to make a splash.
4 Myths About the Affordable Care Act
Healthcare Reform, or the Affordable Care Act, is aimed at increasing the affordability and rate of health insurance coverage for Americans. Here's more of what you need to know.
Affordable Care Act: What Changes Can You Expect?
In this second installment of a two-part article on healthcare reform, we explore the changes that affect health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Affordable Care Act: An Overview
In this first installment of a two-part article, we provide the highlights of healthcare reform.
Your Partner or Your Pet? Loving Someone With Allergies
You love your pet. But what happens if your significant other can't set foot in your home without coughing or sneezing? Don't let allergies end your relationship. Read on for ways to solve the problem.
The Facts About Chronic and Recurrent Yeast Infections
Feel like you're dealing with yeast infections all the time? Learn more about this common problem.
Could You Have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complicated condition distinguished by fatigue that isn't relieved by rest. Does this sound familiar?
4 Signs You're Ready to Retire
Ready to jettison your job? Not exactly sure if you can swing it? Our aging expert shares some insight.
Working Out? Work in a Rest Day
The key to exercise success? Rest. Learn why, plus get important tips for incorporating recovery into your fitness routine.
Ganglion Cysts: What You Need to Know
Have you ever developed an unexplained bump on your hand or foot? If so, it was probably a ganglion cyst.
All About Vitiligo
Vitiligo occurs when the cells that produce melanin die, or no longer form melanin. This causes white patches to appear on the skin, and sometimes even the hair and eyes.
Slippery When Wet: How to Make Showering Safer
Slippery, hard surfaces in the bath and shower can turn routine hygiene hazardous, especially for those with impaired mobility. Prevent accidents by making your washroom fall-proof. Here's how.
Exercising With Osteoporosis: Dos and Dont's
Sure, there are moves to avoid, but there are also certain ones that can help with strength and posture.
Don't Assume Gluten-Free Is the Answer
People often report feeling more energetic and more focused when they stop eating gluten. But starting a gluten-free diet without consulting your doctor can compromise your health. Here's why.
Got GERD? A Magnetic Implant May Help
If you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a promising new treatment may help provide relief from your symptoms.
Cataracts: What You Need to Know
A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside the eye, which leads to impaired vision. Most cataracts are related to aging, but some are not. Here's the whole story.
The 5 Components of Physical Fitness
Whether you're new to exercise or not, a personal trainer can help you determine a baseline for five key areas of fitness. From there, you can use those numbers to track your progress and stay motivated.
Daily Stretches to Help You Feel Your Best
Reducing the risk of injury is just one of the benefits of a good stretch. Read on for simple stretches to keep you flexible from head to toe.
Which Is Better: Bagged Greens or Bulk?
While some people prefer their spinach or kale unbagged and straight from the ground, others go for the triple-washed, pre-cut types packaged for everyday convenience. Both have their pros and cons.
Beyond Zumba : Dance Workouts You've Got to Try
Here are six dance workouts destined to keep you moving, sweating, and burning serious calories.
Will Giving Up Gluten Deliver Weight Loss?
Limiting gluten in your diet can be beneficial if you have celiac disease, but others simple avoid it in order to drop pounds. Gluten-free diets are hot, but there are some drawbacks.
Breakfast Recipes to Jump-Start Your Day
Skipping breakfast is the wrong way to cut calories. Packing your first meal with the right amount of nutritious food won't pack on weight; it's fuel for your day. Here are three healthy breakfast ideas from top nutritionists.
Is It Seasonal Hair Loss or Alopecia?
If, every fall, you lose a lot of locks, you could simply be experiencing seasonal hair loss. It's nothing to worry about, except if you notice a few other things.
Transient Ischemic Attacks: What You Need to Know
Sometimes referred to as "mini strokes," TIAs are temporary and cause no permanent damage. But they can be a warning sign of bigger problems to come.
Chiropractic Care: Benefits Beyond the Back
Spinal manipulation is a helpful element of ongoing pain treatment for many. Learn what to expect from your visit to the chiropractor.
How to Make Your Home Smell Fresh
If you have a stash of seldom-used perfumes sitting on your vanity, get creative and use them to scent your home. Here are some fun ideas.
7 Razor-Free Ways to Remove Unwanted Hair
Ready to toss that razor for good? Learn about the pros and cons of seven options that replace shaving.
6 Life-Changing Medical Breakthroughs on the Horizon
From the harvesting of stem cells without embryos to a pill that delays aging, we've rounded up a few of medicine's amazing advances coming down the pike.
Who Will Care for Your Disabled Child After You Die?
One of the most painful questions parents of disabled children must ask is, "What will happen after I'm gone?" Here's a starting point for approaching this important topic.
Safeguard Your Future With Disability Insurance
Yes, you do need disability insurance. Here's why, and here's how to make sure you've got enough coverage if you suddenly find yourself injured and suffering a loss of income.
More Americans Successfully Managing Diabetes
The good news: A growing number of Americans with diabetes are successfully managing their condition, thus reducing their risks of complications. The bad news: Many Americans still have a way to go.
6 Simple Tips for a Better Day
Improve your mood (and your health while you're at it!) with these helpful hints.
Deal With the Dreaded Airplane Headache
While the logistics of air travel can be a pain in the neck, for some, flying can literally be a pain in the head.
Acupressure: Give Yourself Relief
You can easily access two pressure points used widely in this ancient form of healing.
Why Long-Married Couples Divorce (and Tips to Help Save Your Marriage)
Long-married couples face crises, too. To help avoid marital dissolution, put these healthy practices into place.
Packaged-Food Pitfalls: What Healthy Eaters Need to Know
Prepared and packaged foods can be a boon for busy lifestyles. But at what price? Here's what you need to know.
It's Never Too Late to Find Love Again
If you're open to love, your next relationship could be right around the corner.
12 Ways to Break Out of a Bad Mood...Fast!
These simple tips will help you clear away the clouds to let the sunshine in again.
Secondary Eating a First-Rate Problem
What is secondary eating? It's consuming foods outside of your primary, or regular, meals. And here's how it can harm your health.
6 Myths About Dwarfism
Dwarfism, or short stature, is a misunderstood condition. Read on to get the facts.
Bone Density Test: Who Needs It and How Often?
Are you at risk of a bone fracture or break? The results of a bone density test will help let you know.
Can Overthinking Lead to Depression?
Stop the replays and hit "pause". Ruminating over a problem may lead to an even bigger one: depression.
Leaky Gut Syndrome and Its Connection to RA
Some research suggests that leaky gut syndrome, or increased intestinal permeability, is implicated in dozens of diseases including arthritis. Could your diet be to blame?
Thyroid Disease Treatments: An Overview
The treatment of thyroid disease depends on many factors, including the type and severity of the disorder as well as the age and overall health of the patient.
Mittleschmerz: A Pain in the Pelvis
Those sharp pains mid-menstrual cycle? Most likely Mittleschmerz. Learn more about it, plus get tips on how to ease the discomfort.
How to Reset Your Food Clock
Thanksgiving. Super Bowl. Summer barbecues. It seems there's always a reason to celebrate with extra calories and when we do, it's hard to get back on track again. Why? Blame the body's food clock.
Top Foods That Relieve Breast Tenderness
For most women, breast tenderness is no big deal. But for others, it can be downright painful. Learn how some dietary modifications may help bring relief.
Your Daughter's First Gynecologic Visit: What You Both Need to Know
Understanding how the appointment will go can help alleviate any worries for you and her.
Estate-Planning Pointers for Caregivers
Caring for an aging relative? You'll need to secure some legal documents for their long-term care. Here's a useful overview.
8 Ways to Access Low-Cost Counseling Services
Therapy can be an effective tool when coping with difficult situations, but many insurances plans don't cover mental health services, or they require expensive co-pays. Here are some ways to find affordable treatment.
What You Need to Know About Melamine
Will serving food on melamine plates make your family sick? It's possible. Read on for potential dangers of this budget-friendly tableware.
Strength Training: How Long Until You See Results?
How long does it take to get "cut arms" and "ripped abs?" That depends on how you train, what you eat, and how careful you are about form and technique.
5 Best Anti-Aging Supplements
Add these to your diet to help improve memory, reduce inflammation, control blood sugar, and more.
Creative Cocktails With a Nutritious Twist
Many bars and restaurants around the country are turning to ingredients such as apples, beets, carrots, berries, and ginger to help make drinks healthy (and delicious)!
The Ups and Downs of Multitasking While Exercising
If catching up on the news or catching up with a friend is what it takes to get you to the gym, go for it! Just make sure you don't become too distracted that your workout falls by the wayside.
5 Types of Friends You Need (and a Few You Don't)
Friends matter. They inspire, advise, and comfort us in a way no one else can. Here are examples of some friendships worth cultivating, and others worth cutting.
Doctor Bias Toward Overweight Patients May Interfere With Care
Obesity in adults may affect the way physicians treat them. According to research, doctors are less compassionate toward overweight patients, making patients less likely to seek treatment.
8 Tips to Overcome Your Fear of the Dentist
If the guy (or gal) in the white coat makes your heart race and your palms sweat, you may end up avoiding your dental visits altogether. Here's how to get to the root of the problem so you can start taking care of your teeth again.
7 Tips for Age-Appropriate Style
Our guide will help you look your best, no matter how many birthdays you've seen.
Organic Cosmetics: Will Your Skin Know the Difference?
"Organic." "Made with organic ingredients." "100 percent organic." Three similarly sounding phrases but three very different meanings. Get the facts you need.
9 Activities for Indoor Family Fun
Stuck inside with "nothing to do"? Your family will have a blast dancing, storytelling, and writing letters to long-distance relatives.
The Anti-Angiogenesis Diet: Can It Prevent Cancer?
Angiogenesis is a controlled process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels. When the balance of angiogenesis is off-balance in the body, abnormal blood vessels grow, potentially leading to cancer. Can certain foods inhibit this loss of control?
Exercise Realization: Less Is More
New science suggests shorter workouts may be just as effective as longer ones.
4 Questions Every Woman Should Ask Her Doctor
Health guidelines are forever changing, so it's important to stay up-to-date. Be sure to bring this list of questions to your next doctor's appointment.
Spa Secrets: Get Glowing Skin at Home
Maintaining healthy skin doesn't have to be a major investment. Try one of these at-home facials today.
8 Ways to Downsize Your Life
To get more out of life, sometimes you have to opt for less. Here's how.
10 Household Cleaning Uses for Vinegar
This environmentally-friendly alternative to chemical-laden cleaning products works great on wooden floors, stainless steel appliances, and more. It effectively breaks up grease and sends mold and mildew packing.
Keep Age-Related Weight Gain in Check
Can't exercise like you used to? Follow this five-part strategy to stave off weight gain as get older.
Probiotics: The Key to Clear Skin?
A new study suggests these healthy types of bacteria just may help banish blemishes.
Why Some People Get Acne and Others Don't
You religiously wash your face and avoid greasy food, yet still, you break out before every important occasion. Could there be something more contributing to your acne-prone skin?
Trend to Try? Functional Fitness
Is your workout working for you? Here are four moves to strengthen and stretch the muscles you use most.
Bounce Back From a Bad Eating Day
If you slip up and eat every diet no-no in sight, don't beat yourself up. Get back on track with these tips.
Clinical Trials: Myths and Facts
You may have concerns about joining a clinical trial for Parkinson's disease or another condition. Here's what you need to know.
The Secret to Surviving Allergy Season
One simple step will help reduce allergy symptoms: Removing your clothes when you come in from outside. Here's why.
5 Ways to Dress Up a Glass of Water
Skip the artificially flavored bottled water, and add your own natural twist.
Acute vs. Chronic Sinusitis: Understand Your Condition
For many, sinusitis means uncomfortable symptoms that may require the right treatment to overcome.
The Connection Between Scent, Food, and Satisfaction
Intriguing new research suggests that aroma plays a key role in satisfying our taste buds. These findings could have major implications for weight control.
6 Ways to Stop Being Late
Are you chronologically challenged? Here are some tips to get in sync with your schedule.
The Real Reason You Don't Like Exercise
Science offers clues as to why some people look forward to exercise while others avoid it at all costs.
The Secret to Eating in Moderation
A simple shift in eating habits can make a big difference in your health. And it all starts with understanding when enough is enough.
Impaired Mobility? 6 Ways to Strengthen Your Muscles
Some basic moves can help keep you flexible and strong.
Should You Trust Online Physician Reviews?
Looking up your doctor on the 'net? Here's what you need to know first.
Top Dandruff-Preventing Foods
Which edibles should you include in your diet to help get this embarrassing condition under control?
Tips to Beat Menopausal Weight Gain
A bigger middle doesn't have to accompany the change of life. From counting calories to upping your activity level, here's how to fight back.
7 Surprising Causes of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is often associated with age, but smoking, alcohol abuse, and poor nutrition can play a role as well.
5 Hobbies With Big Health Benefits
While any hobby provides much-needed relaxation, these five quiet activities are sure to boost your well-being.
The Best Exercise for Your Aging Brain
Taking a brisk walk or doing a crossword puzzle: Which one is better for brain health? You may be surprised to learn the answer.
Will Rosemary Make You Smarter?
A whiff of this woodsy, pine-scented herb may help boost your brainpower.
8 Bad Habits That Really Aren't So Bad
Don t feel guilty about gossiping, drinking coffee, or skipping an exercise session. Some so-called bad habits may bring some surprising benefits.
5 Ways to Get to Bed Earlier
Getting a good night s sleep does more than banish under eye circles. It has benefits for your heart, mind, and more.
Need a Second Opinion? New Options Available
When faced with a serious medical diagnosis or when trying to choose the best course of treatment, seeking the opinion of another doctor can be helpful. Today, elite medical centers offer advice remotely.
5 Ways You Could Be Adding to Workplace Stress
With a little effort and some self-awareness, you can motivate your coworkers to put forth their best effort and minimize their stress in the process.
Got a New Address? Relocation Tips to Help You Settle In
Moving can be challenging. Follow our expert's advice for making the transition easier.
Breast Cancer and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Nearly one in four women who receive a diagnosis of breast cancer will also develop this second condition. Learn more about the connection.
The Health Benefits of Grape Seed Extract
A byproduct of the wine-making process, this supplement possesses powerful antioxidant power.
Enjoy These Diabetes-Friendly Treats
Yes, you can bake guilt-free goodies that taste great, too. You just have to know which sweetener to use.
Easy-Access Drugs That Teens Abuse
Your teen's "high" may be as close as your medicine cabinet.
How to Keep Your Senses Sharp as You Age
Smell, taste, sight, hearing, and even touch. They can all dull over time, but there are steps you can take to keep them going strong.
Meningitis Outbreaks: How to Protect Your Family
If meningitis strikes in your community or at your child's school, you'll want to know these tips by heart.
Senior Volunteers: Finding Opportunities That Make a Difference
You're never too old to volunteer. Senior volunteers offer a breadth of experience to the younger generation.
How to Break Up With Your Healthcare Professional
Whether it's your doctor, personal trainer, or massage therapist, if you're not seeing the results you want, or being treated with respect, it's time to move on. Here's how.
Immune to Cancer: Is It Possible?
Ever noticed how some people seem to be more resistant to getting sick? Preliminary research suggests this phenomenon may apply to cancer as well.
The Case Against Ovarian Cancer Screens
With many diseases, early detection results in better treatment results. But that's not the case with ovarian cancer. Here's why.
The Cigarette, Hormone, and Disease Connection
Researchers have identified an association among hormones and increased risk of diseases in people who smoke.
New Hope for Women With Endometriosis
Genetic variants linked to endometriosis provide promise for earlier diagnosis and better treatment.
Young, Thin, and Type 2 Diabetic?
Don't fool yourself. Just because you appear healthy from the outside doesn't mean you can't develop diabetes.
The Health Benefits of Forgiveness
Not only does holding a grudge affect your relationships, but it can also hurt your health. Here's how to begin letting go of resentment.
Can You Prevent Early-Onset Dementia?
Nearly 4 percent of the 5.4 million Americans living with Alzheimer's have an early-onset form. What, if anything, can you do to stave it off?
The Heart-Friendly Benefits of Volunteering
You know helping others makes your heart feel happy, but it can make your heart healthy, too!
Infertility: The Real Deal
Learn the facts about infertility, and help boost your odds of getting pregnant.
A New Take on Heart Disease Risk
BMI is a popular tool to evaluate cardiac health, but it may not be the best one.
6 Easy Ways to Conserve Water
You're good to the environment. You recycle, you reduce, you reuse. What else can you do? These six small ideas can make a big impact.
Why Your Healthy Habits May Not Protect Your Heart
Doing everything right when it comes to heart health? You may still be at risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's why.
Chronic Pain? 10 Tips for Comfortable Travel
Traveling doesn't have to be a pain in the neck, or shoulders or back. Follow these tips to improve your experience.
Banking Baby's Cord Blood: What You Need to Know
If you're pregnant, you may be wondering if it makes sense to store your baby's cord blood. Here are the pros and cons.
5 Myths About Down Syndrome, Debunked
Abby Braithwaite speaks about the joys and challenges of raising a child with Down syndrome and helps to dispel the stigmas.
5 Issues That Affect Aging Eyes
Here's a rundown of common conditions that can affect your sight, as well as steps you can take to treat, or even prevent, these problems.
Adventurous by Nature or Addicted to Stress?
That thrill you get from tough challenges or risky behavior could actually be the result of a clinical addiction.
8 Symptoms That Mimic Menopause
Certain symptoms often associated with menopause are actually caused by another issue, be it hormonal, pharmacological, or physiological.
Don't Let Diabetes Complicate Your Love Life
Issues such as decreased sexual desire can often accompany diabetes. But it doesn't have to be that way. Read on for a list of causes and solutions.
5 Things to Look for in an Online Pharmacy
Shopping online for your prescription medications can save you time and money. Here's how to ensure you have a positive experience.
Is a Virtual Affair Real-World Cheating?
You exchange emails and texts with someone else but never get physical. Are you being unfaithful to your partner?
4 Types of Breast Cancer
By understanding the subtle differences between breast cancers, scientists are on the path to personalizing breast cancer treatment.
The Facts About Oral Cancer
Oral cancer occurs twice as often in men as it does in women. And increasing age is a major risk factor. Here's what you need to know.
5 Great Things About Growing Older
Do people, like fine wine, improve with age? According to some experts, they do. Here are five big perks of getting on in years.
Nuts: A Nutritional Superstar for Diabetes
Today and maybe every day, have a handful of almonds or walnuts. Find out how these diabetes-friendly foods can help your health.
How to Prevent Nighttime Panic Attacks
If you've ever woken in a state of alarm and felt your heart pounding in your chest, you know how frightening a nighttime panic attack can be. Here's how to zero in on the cause so you can sleep more soundly.
Should You Trust Your Tap Water?
Communities are required by law to deliver safe water to residents. Yet, illnesses caused by water contamination are still fairly commonplace. What can you do to protect yourself and your family?
Crunch on This for Better Brain Health
Carrots, celery, and peppers contain a compound called luteolin, which helps tame brain inflammation that could negatively affect memory.
Is Commuting More Stressful for Women?
Learn how you can cope with the daily grind of getting to and from work.
4 Gentle Stretches to Kick-Start Your Day
These therapeutic movements will help minimize stiffness, reduce back and joint pain, and retain flexibility.
Can You Erase Fear From the Brain?
A new study has zeroed in on a promising approach to erasing painful memories from the mind. This research may lead to improved treatments for anxiety disorders.
How to Clean Your Makeup Brushes
Follow these smart steps to keep your complexion radiant and free of acne-causing bacteria.
Protect Your Teeth and Gums as You Age
In between visits to the dentist, take these precautions to keep your mouth in tip-top shape.
10 Home Safety Tips for People With Epilepsy
From installing carpets to ensuring doors open outward, learn how to reduce the risk of injury.
6 Secrets of Successful Swimsuit Shopping
With the right attitude and a little bit of know-how, searching for a suit can be an easy and enjoyable experience.
Do You Snack When You're Not Even Hungry?
Curb emotional eating by adhering to these tips and tricks.
Have Diabetes? 7 Ways to Stay Fracture-Free
Your risk of fracture is higher than average if you have diabetes. Take a few preventive steps now to ensure you don't break a bone later.
Ho'oponopono: The Hawaiian Secret to Happiness
In a time of high-tech medicine, can a simple technique involving nothing more than the power of your own mind be the key to health and happiness?
How to Protect Yourself From Health Scams
That miracle cure sound too good to be true? It probably is. Follow these tips to safeguard yourself and your family.
Can You Have an Orgasm During Exercise?
A new study says yes. In fact, weight lifting, biking, and abdominal exercises were the common causes. Find out more.
What to Look for in a New Pillow
If you wake up with neck or back pain or find yourself sleeping in awkward positions, it may be time to shop for a new pillow.
Putting Your Pet on a Diet: A Vet's Top Tips
How much activity should your overweight pet engage in? What does a diet look like for a dog or a cat? Veterinarian Rich Goldstein answers these questions and more.
Truth and Fallacies About Fat
Is fat really all that bad? Are you going too far to eliminate it from your diet? Get the truth here.
How to Gain Control by Letting Go
Think you always have to be the one in charge? It's time to think again.
What Your Parents Got Wrong About Food
It's fine for chicken to thaw on the counter. Every last morsel of a meal should be finished. We debunk these myths and more so that you can teach the truth to your family.
6 Noninvasive Tips for Younger-Looking Skin
Turn back the hands of time without going under the knife (or needle).
Where Does Medical Waste Go?
Needles. Bandages. Even diseased organs. What actually happens to them? The answer depends on the rules of your state.
Long-Term and Permanent Birth Control Options: For Women and Men
Once you're sure you're family is complete, you need contraception you can count on for the rest of your reproductive years.
Diagnosed With Diabetes? Beware of Another Risk
An estimated 1 out of 3 people with diabetes over the age of 50 has Peripheral Artery Disease, a condition that increases one's risk of heart attack and stroke.
The Rewards of Adding More Legumes to Your Meals
Legumes (think lentils and beans) deliver a hefty dose of nutrition at a sensible price. Try them in soups, salads, and even desserts.
Uterine Cancer: What You Need to Know
Are you at risk for the fourth most common cancer among U.S. women?
Insulin Resistance: Symptoms and Solutions
This common condition is often a precursor to diabetes.
Osteoporosis-Related Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding the source of your discomfort is the first step in receiving the right treatment regimen.
5 Important (But Rarely Explained) Medical Terms, and What They Mean
Struggling to understand what your doctor s saying? Here are some helpful translations.
The Brain-Boosting Benefits of Turmeric
In addition to providing rich color to certain foods, this spice may also help prevent Alzheimer s Disease.
Could Pine Bark Extract Help Treat Osteoarthritis Pain?
Are you familiar with this supplement, which may provide relief from osteoarthritis symptoms?
Recognizing and Treating Thyroid Disease
This small gland can cause serious health issues, especially for women.
Diet and Exercise: The Key to Type 2 Remission?
Could improving your diet and exercise habits return your blood sugar to a normal range? Here's what the latest research says.
What Are Your Feet Trying to Tell You?
Discolored, flaky nails can indicate a fungal infection while a painful and swollen big toe may be a sign of gout.
A Basic Guide to Writing Your Will
Having a will in place can spare your family a great deal of expense, confusion, and major disagreement. Here's how to go about this important process.
Are You in Denial About Your Weight?
Being too skinny isn't healthy, and obesity has its risk factors as well. So when it comes to the number on the scale, are you being honest with yourself?
Scientific Studies Don't Always Tell the Whole Story
It's important to be a well-informed, yet slightly skeptical, patient and healthcare consumer.
In Search of Dr. Right? Look for These Qualities
When choosing a new physician, consider credentials, bedside manner, and whether or not she participates in your insurance plan.
Learn to Become a Better Listener
Listening to your loved ones is an essential way to gain trust and respect.
Retirement Communities Reinvented
Today's senior residences are bustling hotbeds of activity and energy, offering more options for fun and healthful recreation.
When Is It Time for a Colonoscopy?
The colonoscopy is both a screening tool and a preventative measure. Learn more about how this procedure can protect your health, and when it s time to have one.
Reusable Menstrual Products: The Eco-Friendly Alternative
It's worn inside the vagina during your period to collect fluid rather than absorb it. Learn more about your different options.
The Link Between Menopause and Osteoporosis
Find out the link and how you can prevent osteoporosis from complicating your life.
10 Ways to Be More Tender
Looking to rekindle some of the closeness between you and your partner? Try a little TLC.
Are You Neurotic?
While some symptoms of neurotic behavior are natural, displaying too many could have a negative effect on your relationships.
Gluten-Free Goodness
Thought your bread-, pasta-, and pizza-eating days were over? You can join in the fun again with these tasty alternatives.
7 Signs You're Undernourished
You may require fewer calories to stay healthy as you get older, but if you experience any of these tell-tale signs, you may be coming up short.
Drug Trial Disparities and How They Affect You
Ethnicity and age account for significant differences in incidence and survivability of certain cancers and how well people respond to standard treatment. So how come more groups aren't being represented in studies?
How to Protect Yourself From Meningitis
There are steps you can take to avoid contracting this serious illness. Here's what you need to know.
6 Ways to Stay Fit This Winter
The short, chilly days of the season can easily derail your exercise efforts. Resolve to stay active by bringing your workout inside.
Video Games Help Aging Folks Get Fit
Brisk walking may be great for cardio health, but interactive video games offer their own benefits too, including improved balance and flexibility.
What Does a Urogynecologist Do?
If you're living with a pelvic floor disorder, this type of specialist may help.
5 Digestive To-Dos
Do chew your food slowly. Do eat a vinegar-dressed salad after your meal. Plus three more stomach-smart ideas.
Be Your Own Health Care Advocate
You have not only a right, but a responsibility, to communicate with medical staff about the nature of your care.
When You Can't Afford Your Hospital Bills
Many programs and resources are available to help provide financial assistance. An expert discusses some of the options.
Today's Top Fitness Trends
Which exercise classes are still hot and which are definitely not? Check out our picks.
Stay Energized All Day Long
Avoid the mid-afternoon slump by sitting up straight, cutting down on carbs, and going for a brisk walk.
Why Is Syphillis on the Rise?
You might think that syphillis is no longer a concern, but in fact it's becoming a public health issue once more.
Phobias: Who Has Them and Why?
There are five main categories of intense, unrealistic fears about certain things and situations.
Medical Billing: Five Mistakes That Could Cost You
Follow up. Check the fine print. Plus three more tips that may save you some money.
Bleeding After Menopause: What It Could Mean
It could be a sign of shifting hormones, elevated stress levels, or something more serious. Here's how to find out what s going on.
GERD Without Heartburn? It's Possible
You can still get diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPRD) without having heartburn. Learn the other risk factors.
Eat Veggies, Be Happy
Individuals who consume seven or more servings of produce a day tend to enjoy better mental health, says one British study.
Natural Remedies for Cold Sores
Ease the discomfort of these contagious blisters with the healing properties of lemon balm, peppermint oil, and echinacea.
Best Sounds to Help You Sleep
Certain soothing sounds can make a world of difference toward the quality of your sleep, and how you feel when you wake up.
Don't Let Winter Rob Your Energy
Feel invigorated during the darker months with these four expert how-to tips.
Top Health Apps to Try
There's an app for that! We checked out tons of free or low-cost smart phone apps and found the very best ones to support your health.
10 Strategies to Cut Home Heating Costs
You can keep your home cozy without a hefty heating bill. Here's how.
Get to the Root of Your Oral Health
Why does dental health matter? Because there's a clear link between it and the rest of your overall health.
Brush Up Your Teeth Cleaning Skills
Oral health is key. Make sure your brushing is bringing the best results.
Myths and Facts About Carbs
Are carbs the worst? The best? Or something in between? Get the facts.
Myths and Facts About Calories
Can you trust calorie labeling? Are certain calories more fattening? Get the facts.
Is Heartburn the Same As GERD?
Heartburn is a symptom of GERD. And there s more to know about how these conditions are distinct.
Digestive-Friendly Eating on a Budget
A few shrewd strategies will help you get the nutrients you need without draining your wallet.
Is Organic Meat Healthier?
Hormone-free meat from humanely-raised animals has surprising benefits.
Beyond Hand Weights: More Tools to Help You Stay Toned
Try something new! From kettlebells to resistance bands, these body-toning tools will breathe new life into your workout.
4 Best Picks for Winter Comfort
Get cozy with hearty winter vegetables that are filling, satisfying, and extremely healthy too.
Tossing and Turning at Night? Help Is Here
You know the feeling. You've been lying in bed, unable to fall asleep. Should you try counting more sheep? The answer may surprise you.
How to Handle 6 Uncommon Menopausal Symptoms
Menopause affects every woman differently, but there are some symptoms that you won't see coming.
Build a Better Date Night
Date night can reconnect you to your special someone, but avoid the letdown of the preconceived romantic ideal. Here's how.
Walk for Fitness: Before, During, and After
Make the most of each step with these important tips.
Firm Your Trouble Spots
Can you focus your workout right on your trouble areas? Yes and no.
5 Childhood Conditions You Can Correct in Adulthood
From a lazy eye to a speech disorder, it's not too late to address that issue that's been with you since you were a kid. Learn how.
Are You Allergic to Your Laundry?
Far from a tame activity, doing the wash presents a plethora of potential allergy triggers.
Rice With a Side of Arsenic
A new study finds carcinogens in rice. Is there enough detected to cause widespread concern?
Healthy Girlfriend Getaways
Leave everyday stress behind. We have restorative ideas for every budget.
Does Your Home Trigger Your Allergies?
Whether you live in a new house, an older house, or in an apartment, your home may present specific allergy challenges.
5 Easy Tricks to Eat Less
Adopt these smart tips and the result will be a leaner you.
The Best Yogurts for Your Digestive Health
If you're looking to get the health benefits of yogurt, taste matters, but other factors do too.
Sleep Like 100 Years Ago
Take a page from the olden days and get enough rest despite the challenges of today's modern life.
Snooze Yourself Slim?
Scale stuck in neutral? You might be missing out on one essential weight-loss ingredient.
Women, Men, and Depression
Depression affects both men and women. But there are key difference in their symptoms.
How to Unwind Without Cigarettes
You can learn to take a break without lighting up. Change the way you relax with these tips.
Your Intuition and Your Health
Your gut instinct can guide your health decision-making. Here's how to use intuition the right way.
How to Start Exercising When You re Seriously Out of Shape
Everyone at every stage benefits from exercise, but it can be intimidating and overwhelming to take the first step. First things first.
Banish Breakouts, Blackheads, and Blemishes
There's a myriad of reasons why you breakout and finding the right treatment can be tricky. Here's what to consider.
Give the Gift of Pain Relief
If someone you care about is plagued by chronic pain, consider sharing these thoughtful gifts.
How to Find Health Insurance
Share our strategies for securing healthcare coverage for you and your family.
10 Tips to Fix Winter-Dry Skin and Hair
Save your skin, nails, lips, and hair with these dermatologist-recommended tips.
Harmful Hair Care?
Make an informed decision about the hair care products you use.
Exercise for Less
With these tips you won t need fancy equipment or a gym membership to get in shape.
Know Thy Fit Self
The key to making an exercise program stick is to find the reason why you want to get fit.
Will Gymnema Sylvestre "Fix" Your Sugar Cravings?
Pop this pill and you're promised pain-free sugar pang prevention. Quite a perk, but pause, there are possibly potential problems to ponder.
13 Best Vitamins for Skin, Hair, and Nails
Find out if you're giving your body the nutrition it needs to look its best.
Get "Cultured" and Help Your Heart
To reduce your risk of hypertension, take a look at these healthy facts about yogurt.
Arthritis Is Not Just for the Elderly
It's important to know arthritis can strike at any age because early treatment is key.
The Food Poisoning Threat
Incorporating these tips into how you eat, shop, and store food will reduce the likelihood of food-borne illnesses in your home.
Easy Bruising: Cause for Concern?
Bruising occurs when small blood vessels called capillaries are broken because of impact. While rarely serious, they can sometimes be a sign of underlying disease.
Adult ADHD: 3 Treatment Options
Combining education, medication, and psychotherapy shows promise.
Who Smells Most Attractive?
When it comes to choosing a partner, the nose knows.
Health Risks in the Wake of a Hurricane
What are the key health risks you need to be aware of after a natural disaster like Hurricane Sandy?
Healthy Aging: What's Normal, What's Not?
Compare typical signs of aging to signals that something isn t quite right.
You're Not Too Old to Travel
Tackle trips with 20 fearless, fuss-free travel tips.
You're Not Too Old to Try Something New
You re still in the game. And according to one New York psychotherapist, maintaining self-confidence is half the battle.
Trauma After the Storm
In the wake of Sandy, be aware of the psychological impact such a disaster can bring.
How to Avoid Holiday Anxiety
Prevent feeling overcome by the season of stress with these tips.
Ow! Fix Your Muscle Spasm
Why do these bursts of pain occur? How can you prevent them and address them quickly when they come on?
Workout Sabotage: Don't Sell Yourself Short!
You could be undermining your workout without even realizing it.
Prevent the "Toasted Skin Syndrome" Mistake
If used incorrectly, one luxury car feature could do permanent damage to your skin.
Natural Homemade Hair Fixes
Treat your hair to healthy solutions that really work and save money when you make your own treatments.
Exercise in the Morning: 4 Motivating Reasons
These inspiring facts could mean the difference between the idea of working out in the AM and really doing it.
How to Enhance Your Eyelashes
To polish your look, choose the right eyelash thickening and lengthening method for you.
5 Bizarre Sleep Behaviors
Have you experienced these? Some are notable but harmless and others could require medical treatment.
How to Feel Full With Fewer Calories
These smart strategies offer a proven path to slimming down.
Does the Paleo Diet Work?
It sounds good with benefits like weight loss, diabetes prevention, and better heart health, but looks can be deceiving.
Control Your Cravings, Here's How
When the need for salty, sweet, crunchy, or greasy takes over, turn to this guide of healthy choices.
Why We Lie to Ourselves
In order to grow, you have to be honest with yourself. Here's how to get back on track.
When Can You Stop Practicing Birth Control?
At a certain point during menopause contraception is no longer needed. But take this information into account.
East Meets West for Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases
A plant extract from Asia may help treat eczema, psoriasis, type 1 diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Your Checklist for Senior Safety and Comfort
Here's your room-by-room guide to creating a safe and comfortable home environment for your loved one.
7 Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship
Whether it's a romantic, familial, or friendly union, these red flags signal danger ahead.
His and Her Permanent Birth Control Options
What are the options when you've decided that your family is complete?
8 Lupus Myths Debunked
Don't get bogged down in the fallacies about lupus. Get the facts here.
Don't Make These Germ-Filled Mistakes
You probably visit public restrooms, the bank, or a coffee shop nearly every day. Disinfect and prevent the spread of germs and illnesses with these simple tips.
New Hope for Patients With Metastatic Colon Cancer
By studying how colon cancer cells metastasize, German researchers have uncovered a potential new approach to treating this cancer.
If You Have Elderly Loved Ones, You Need to Do This
Put these important protections in place to help ensure the safety of your aging loved ones.
10 Everyday Habits That Hurt Your Teeth
Do you regularly bite your nails or use mouthwash in place of floss? Your pearly whites could be paying the price.
Can Your Own Food: Low Cost and Healthy
If you've ever considered preserving fruits and vegetables, get a quick overview of what it takes.
Here's Why You Sneeze, Cough, Hiccup, and Burp
You do them every day, but what's the real deal behind these bodily functions?
CrossFit: Is This the Workout for You?
Learn what this intense exercise regimen has to offer and why it's wildly popular.
Smart to Sleep When You Commute?
You can grab a few z's on your bus or train ride, but what the downside of doing so?
The Sepsis Epidemic
An estimated 750,000 Americans get sepsis each year and 28 and 50 percent will die from the infection. Who's at risk for sepsis, and what can be done to prevent it?
Are You as Healthy as a Hunter-Gatherer?
Industrialized society has come a long way when it comes to nutrition. Or has it?
You Might Know Someone Who Has Exercise Bulimia
For most people, getting enough exercise is a major challenge. For some, it's a dangerous obsession. Here are the danger signs.
Feeling an Exercise High? Here's Why
There's a lot that happens when you experience an adrenaline rush from working out. Zoom in on your amazing body chemistry.
Is Generic Food Worth the Savings?
You see generics and store brands at your supermarket and you may wonder if those products measure up. Here's the scoop.
This Practice Could Solve Your Insomnia
If you sleep very little at night and take long afternoon naps to try to compensate, a technique known as Sleep Restriction Therapy could be for you.
Understand the Different Types of Breast Cancer
A diagnosis of breast cancer is not as straightforward as you might imagine (or hope). There are several different types of breast cancer, some more serious than others. Get the facts.
Feeling Tired? You May Have Social Jet Lag
It has nothing to do with flying and everything to do with your sleep schedule on weekdays vs. weekends. See if you match the pattern.
Morning vs. Night Shower: Which Is Better?
A morning shower to shake off grogginess or a sleep-inducing shower before bed? Our experts weigh in.
What Your Side of the Bed Says About You
Left-side snoozers live differently than those who sleep on the right. What's the deal?
Choose the Right Bag for Your Back and Shoulders
Pick fashionable pain-preventing purses and bags. Follow these tips to avoid undue strain.
Try Meditation for Better Sleep
Meditation can be done almost anywhere at any time, costs nothing, and could make a positive impact on your sleep.
Pen to Paper for Better Sleep
Here's an easy exercise to try if your brain keeps buzzing when you lie down to sleep at night.
Telemedicine: Pros and Cons for You
Electronic communication is changing the way doctors exchange information with their patients and with each other. What does this mean for you?
If You Need to Give Up a Pet Due to Allergies
It's so hard to give up your furry family member due to serious allergies. Make sure your pet goes to the right home.
7 Best Kitchen Tools for Healthy Cooking
You don't need a lot of gear, but a few choice tools will help you cook your healthy best.
Why Is Maintaining Harder Than Losing?
Congratulations on reaching your goal weight! Now the hard part: keeping it off. Here's how to do it.
Reduce the Risk of Serious Head Injury By Doing This
Here are 10 simple steps to dramatically reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury for you or someone you love.
Alzheimer's Screening: What to Expect
Here's how doctors use tests, questionnaires, and direct interviews to confirm an Alzheimer's diagnosis.
Diabetes and Pregnancy: Protect Yourself, Protect Your Baby
Diabetes raises the risk of complications for mother and baby. Here's how to help have a healthy pregnancy.
The Facts About Fainting
It can occur from low blood sugar, dehydration, or even standing up too quickly. So how do you know when passing out is something to worry about?
How to Choose the Right Salad Dressing
If you make the right choice, your dressing can increase your nutrient absorption. Here's how to make a smart selection.
Beverages That Give Your Brain a Boost
Feeling parched? Reach for these super drinks that support your gray matter.
Age Discrimination at Work: Could You Be a Victim?
Here are the red flags when it comes to this all-too-common issue, as well as what to do to combat discrimination.
Black Pepper: The Next Fat Fighter?
That little shaker found on every restaurant table might hold the power to rev up your weight-loss efforts. Here's how.
Lose a Small Amount of Weight for These Big Benefits
Each pound counts. Even if you have a long way to go, check out the positive difference you'll make from losing a few pounds.
5 Healthy Crunchy Snacks
There's something very satisfying about crisp, crunchy textures. These tasty bites will fulfill your yearn to crunch.
Going Gluten-Free? Try Green Banana Pasta
There are a bunch of pluses to choosing this gluten-free option. See how it stacks up.
4 Real Benefits of Daydreaming
Oh, go ahead, let your mind wander. Did you know it's actually good for your mental health?
Hand Sanitizer: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Keeping your hands clean is key, but using hand sanitizer isn't always the best option.
How to Protect Your Eyes as You Age
To preserve your vision and keep your eyes healthy as you get older, take note of these warning signs.
5 Germy Things You Touch Every Day
It's enough to make your skin crawl. They're teeming with bacteria and viruses, and you probably touched at least one of them today.
Morning Exercise Without Stress or Strain
Get your A.M. workout started on the right foot by avoiding these common pitfalls.
Jump for Joy: The Jump Rope Workout
This excellent cardiovascular workout also builds upper and lower body strength, and helps strengthen bones. And that s only the beginning.
5 (Healthy) Ways to Save in Restaurants
You can eat out on a budget and eat healthy at the same time. Just remember these tricks.
Get the Facts About Urinary Incontinence
What are the types, causes, risk factors, and treatments of this hard to control, and sometimes embarrassing, condition?
5 High-Risk Spots for Food Allergies
Dangers can lurk anywhere from the ball game to the dentist's office. Here's how to protect yourself.
Speed Walking: Take Your Walk to the Next Level
Walking is great exercise. Here's how to turn up the intensity to burn more calories with every step.
STDs: Should You Test at Home?
To be a responsible partner, it's imperative to know if you have any communicable diseases, but when it comes to testing at home, there are pros and cons.
9 Telltale Signs of Alcoholism
It isn't an easy condition to diagnose. Here's how to discern if your drinking habits, or those of someone you love, are becoming problematic.
Fad Diets and Your Digestive Health
When it comes to a quick fix, success on the scale may come at the expense of your digestive health.
GERD Without Heartburn, It Happens
It's not just heartburn. Here are the real telltale signs of this digestive disorder.
6 Natural Remedies for Nausea
Soothe your stomach with these simple solutions.
Stress and Heartburn: 5 Ways to Find Relief
Stress leads to the behaviors that bring on heartburn, but our tips can quell the flames and help you cope.
Minor Car Accidents Can Equal Major Injuries
If you drive or ride in a car, read this. And share it with those you love.
If You're Frequently Too Hot or Too Cold...
Your body temperature is set on a cycle. Understanding how it works can help you manage it.
Want a Workout Buddy? Think Virtual
A workout partner can motivate you to reach your fitness goals. And a virtual buddy can be just as effective in keeping you on track.
New Nicotine Vaccine May Help Smokers Quit
A groundbreaking treatment to curb nicotine cravings is in the works. Find out how this new vaccine works.
Fix Your Muscle Cramps, and Figure Out What's Causing Them
Ouch! Ease those sharp muscle spasms, and try these preventative tips including keeping hydrated.
Sit All Day? 10 Feel-Good Tips
If you work at a desk, you run the risk of various muscle, joint, and tendon problems. Keep the aches and pains at bay with these tips.
Digestive-Friendly Barbecue, It Can Be Done
If your stomach disagrees with typical barbecue favorites, try these best bites.
Top 5 Household Dangers for Pets
Some of the biggest threats to your pet's health and safety could already be in your home and yard.
Are You at Risk of Going Blind?
More people are experiencing serious vision problems and even blindness. Learn the risks and what you can do.
Successfully Sleep Under the Stars
Looking to add more summer fun in the great outdoors? Be sure to bring these items with you when you spend the night al fresco.
Dealing With Post-Menopausal Weight Gain
Weight gain after menopause isn't inevitable. Here's what you can do.
How to Quit Smoking: 4 Tips to Live By
Each person has different needs when it comes to smoking cessation. Use these strategies to make it work for you.
How Hospital Noise Hampers Healing
Although they exist to treat medical problems and make us well, hospitals are some of the noisiest, least restful places to be. And all that noise can impair recovery.
Will Coffee Help You Live Longer?
You've heard it's good. You've heard it's bad. But new research reveals that coffee could actually lower your death risk.
Want to Lose Weight? Repaint!
Redecorating your kitchen or dining room with these hues could benefit your waistline.
More Than Just Fiber for Digestive Health
For your best digestive health, there are additional nutrients that can help.
Consider Homemade Pet Food
It's a good option for pets with allergies or other special needs. Before you make your own pet food, what should you know?
How to Get Something Positive From Criticism
Listen. Stay calm. Ask questions. Follow these tips to benefit from feedback and not just become defensive.
7 People You'll Meet at the Gym
If you spend enough time at the gym, you'll recognize them on sight. Some are annoying and some are inspiring. Are you on the list?
6 Habits That Impact Bladder Control
Wonder why your leaky bladder is worse some days and better others? The answer could be in your everyday choices.
Psychodermatology for Hard-to-Heal Skin Problems
Ever notice that skin issues intensify during times of stress? This innovative approach may help.
Is This a Hidden Cause of Asthma?
Research exposes a workplace danger that could contribute to childhood asthma.
What to Believe When Health Claims Conflict
You hear something's good for you, and tomorrow you hear it's bad. Here's how to solve the puzzle when it comes to health claims.
Is Sunshine the Best Way to Get Healthy Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is essential for your health, and most of us don't get enough. But is it safe to increase your dose through sunshine?
Digestive-Friendly Ethnic Eats
On the menu? Exciting ethnic meals that will please the palate and promote healthy digestion.
How to Create the Perfect Workout Playlist
Experts say music can motivate your workout. Here's how to take your fitness playlist to the next level.
Dry Hair Help Is Here
Don't let dryness hamper your tresses. Revive your hair's moisture with these smart and easy tips.
How to Apply the Most Flattering Eye Makeup
From basic looks to dramatic statements, here's the step-by-step to easily enhance your natural beauty.
Quality vs. Quantity: What Sleep Do You Need Most?
Sleep is essential for health. Here's what's most important to strive for when trying to rest.
Questions About Asthma Meds During Pregnancy
What are the risks on both sides? And what are the latest findings?
Hearing Loss and Diabetes: What You Can Do
Diabetics are twice as likely to experience hearing loss. Take steps to protect yourself.
Creative Substitutes for Carbs
Here's how to get a carb-like experience minus the empty carbs.
Diesel Fumes Do Contribute to Cancer
It's used to everything from trucks to generators, but it's now clear diesel fumes are tied to cancer. What can you do about it?
Is Depression a Looming Crisis for Baby Boomers?
Statistics paint a worrisome picture when it comes to aging Americans and mental illnesses like depression.
Even a Little Could Keep You From Sleeping
There are real health consequences when this finds its way into your bedroom.
Are Canned Foods Health Hazards?
This may make you think twice about consuming the canned items in your pantry.
New CPR Guidelines Could Save a Life
A revised version of CPR involving only chest compressions is now recommended by the American Heart Association. Here's what to do.
Ozone Danger Zone for Your Heart
Is there something dangerous in the air? Researchers are getting to the heart of the matter.
Part-Time Vegetarian: Consider the Benefits
You can give your body a break with some health-boosting vegetation. Learn how.
An Unconventional Dementia Treatment With Positive Results
It seems simple, but some senior residences are making a bold move with this treatment practice.
Whole Body Vibration Training: What's This Workout?
Requiring very little movement or effort, can this type of exercise produce major results?
The Scientific Discoveries Behind Positive Thinking
What's the compelling evidence that shows optimism affects your body's ability to recover?
That's Funny! And It's Essential for Your Health
Like exercise, rest, and healthy eating, having a good laugh is a part of the whole health package.
Traumatic Brain Injury: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
It can result from a car accident or even a bad fall. Here's what you should know.
What Is Multi-Infarct Dementia?
Understand the causes and symptoms of this common form of cognitive decline.
Get the Facts About Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS)
Arm yourself with information about this neurodegenerative condition.
Your Adult Child With Disabilities: A Caregiving Guide
Here's how to find helpful resources and know the right questions to ask.
Consider Visiting Nurses for Elderly Caregiving
A growing number of aging patients are staying out of the hospital by adding a visiting nurse to their home health care team.
Do Stem Cells Offer a Cure for ALS?
This research is showing promise in treating this debilitating disease.
Reconstructive and Cosmetic Options for Your Most Private Parts
These surgeries don't come without risks. Here are the facts.
Brain Freeze: The Science Behind It
If you've ever experienced a piercing headache from drinking or eating something cold, you'll want to know why it happens and how to prevent it.
4 Natural Cures for Jet Lag
Adjust to time change and overcome fatigue with these simple tips.
Want to Stave Off Diabetes? Slow Down
Taking your time at the table may impart a big health benefit: Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
Should You Cook With Coconut Oil?
It's the new "it" oil, but it's high in saturated fat. Here's why some say that's not always a bad thing.
Should You Shake Your Salt Habit?
Studies link sodium to heart disease and hypertension. But now, science shows sodium is beneficial. Here's what to believe.
Midday Workout: 5 Freshening Tips
Lunch can be the perfect time to fit in a workout, but follow these steps if you don't have time to shower.
New Diabetes Gene Identified
New light is shed on the connection between weight and type 2 diabetes risk.
The Brain Benefits of Concord Grapes
A glass of grape juice a day may help keep cognitive decline away.
5 Habits That Hurt Your Ears
Common practices can introduce infection or lead to hearing loss. Here's how to be kinder to your ears.
Eating Disorders: Not Only for the Young
Women over 50 are among a growing population preoccupied with weight loss and body image.
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Look for Less
Improve your appearance with these clever, under-$20 ideas.
Doctor Fears? Tips to Cope
Whether you're afraid of being judged or receiving bad news, get tips on how to work through your concerns.
Have Diabetes? How to Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
Living with diabetes during the hottest season of the year can be challenging. Here are practical tips.
Exercise to Reduce Heartburn
Here are the dos and don'ts to follow when it comes to working out for and with heartburn.
The Best Foods for Better Skin
These skin-brightening foods will contribute to radiant, naturally glowing skin.
Is Thermography a Good Option for Breast Cancer Screening?
This physiological test reads the infrared heat radiating from the surface of the breast. Could it be a replacement for mammography?
Here's How Your Friends Influence Your Weight
Here are five ways your circle of friends affects your waistline, for better or for worse.
Does This Spice Promote Heart Health?
Spice up your life. This brightly-colored ingredient could offer real cardiovascular benefits.
8 Mistakes Women Make in Middle Age
Avoiding exercise. Skimping on sleep. Dressing too drab. Fix these flubs, plus five other offenses.
4 Ways to Beat Afternoon Fatigue
If you fight to stay alert and productive when 3:00 p.m. rolls around, here's how to overcome your lag.
Should You Try the Paleo Diet?
Also known as the caveman diet, could a diet rich in meat and veggies be your best bet to shed pounds and avoid disease?
Gym-Free Ways to Get Fit
Looking for smart and cost-effective ways to get fit in the city, suburbs, country, even at the beach? We've got you covered.
When Healthy People Get Cancer
We all know someone who develops cancer despite appearing healthy in every way. Why does it happen?
Health by the Numbers: Menopause
With the right knowledge, women can take control of their health during this important life stage. Here's a look at menopause by the numbers.
How Does Anxiety Differ for Women and Men?
When it comes to mental health disorders such as anxiety, there are big differences between the genders.
Uterine Cancer: Risks and Treatment Options
Over 35,000 women are diagnosed each year with uterine cancer. Here are the facts you need.
False-Positive Mammogram Results
It happens. It's scary. Here's what you need to know about when a mammogram shows an abnormal area that looks like cancer but is not.
8 Ways to Reinvent Yourself After Divorce
Here's how to move forward when it's time to move on.
10 Ways to Avoid a Gout Flare-Up
Follow these tips to prevent a painful bout with gout.
Are Psychic Dreams Real?
Is there substance to the idea that you can predict the future in your sleep?
Noisy Neighbors and Can't Sleep? 5 Solutions
Before you pack your bags and move, try these smart tips for overcoming noisy neighbors.
Adult Bed-Wetting: A Common Issue
It's not just a childhood issue. For many adults nighttime accidents are a reality.
Contact Dermatitis? Yes, You Can Get It This Way
Take a look at five surprising causes for this common irritating skin condition.
Do Dental X-Rays Put You at Risk for Cancer?
A new study shines a critical light on the potential hazard of dental x-rays.
8 Strongest Fitness Motivators
Use these smart tips to make big strides with your fitness goals.
Are You Getting Enough Magnesium?
Long associated with heart health, magnesium may offer other surprising benefits.
Nasal Allergy Advice From an Olympic Athlete
Learn how two-time Olympic Gold medalist Misty May-Treanor manages allergies and helps raise awareness.
Downsides to Using Spermicides
Consider this if spermicides are a part of your birth control plan.
Update: Gum Disease, Heart Disease Connection
You've heard your oral health impacts your heart. Here's what the American Heart Association says now.
Low Libido? 5 Surprising Reasons Why
Try our fixes to solve the top issues behind why you're just not in the mood.
4 Instant Energy Boosts
Perk yourself up when you need it most with these easy solutions.
Your Sleep Habits and Your Heart Health
Here are some surprising connections between how you rest and your cardiovascular health.
Treat 5 Diabetes-Related Skin Problems
Recognize the most common skin conditions associated with diabetes.
Top 10 Summery Ingredients
With this hit-list on hand, you'll be able to build wholesome, seasonal meals rich in flavor and nutrients.
Peripheral Arterial Disease: What You Need to Know
Up to 12 million people in the U.S. are currently living with this condition. Here are the risk factors and treatments options.
Looking for a Fresh Start? Try This
Take time out to renew. One of these five healthy retreat options could offer just what you need.
10 Habits That Hurt Your Eyes
If you smoke cigarettes or stare at a screen all day, you could be doing your peepers a disservice. Read on for eight more offenses.
Can Caffeine Boost Your Workout?
There are upsides and downsides to pairing a caffeinated beverage with your fitness efforts.
How Safe Is Your Cookware?
Copper, aluminum, ceramic, and more. It's time to take a closer look at the pots and pans you're using each day.
How Music Affects What You Eat
It's not just background noise. Research confirms that what you hear affects your appetite.
Can Exercise Prevent Migraines?
Hitting the gym could be the switch to turn off severe headache pain.
Best Shower Schedule for Better Sleep
If you want to sleep well at night and be alert during the day, when's the best time to wash up? Our expert weighs in.
Why You Should Exercise in the Morning
Not an early bird? Take a look at these benefits before you roll over and go back to sleep.
"Sedentary Lifestyle": What Do The Buzzwords Really Mean?
Here's what counts as a sedentary lifestyle plus the easiest ways to avoid leading one.
The Common Precancerous Skin Condition You Probably Don t Know
Here s why you should become familiar with the symptoms of Actinic Keratosis.
The Gray Line Between Breast Cancer and Abnormal Cells
Determining what should be treated aggressively and what would do better to watch and wait is not always clear-cut. Understand the debate around ductal carcinoma in situ or DCIS.
Why Only Some Smokers Get Cancer
Smoking is a significant risk factor for lung (and other) cancers and is responsible for almost 90 percent of all lung cancer deaths. However, we all know individuals who smoke for a long time and never develop cancer.
Lupus Fog: How to Cope
Officially called "cognitive dysfunction" or "cognitive impairment," many people living with lupus find this symptom the most difficult part.
How to Green Your Workout
Turn your fitness routine into an eco-friendly activity with these simple solutions.
5 Ways to Kick the Coffee Habit
Whether because of IBS, acid reflux, or anxiety, it might be time to put down your cup of joe.
Your Type-by-Type Hair Care Guide
The best hair treatments for you depend on the type of hair you have. Get your quick tips.
How to Recognize Impetigo
This bacterial skin condition is becoming more common. Here's how to detect and treat it.
Top 10 Teeth Stainers
Which staining culprits should you avoid and how can you restore your pearly white smile?
How to Get the Most Out of Your Gym
Maximize the perks of your membership with discounted personal training sessions, special classes and equipment, and locker-room extras.
Kidney Cancer: What You Need to Know
Here are the risk factors, symptoms, and treatments for kidney cancer.
How to Grow Herbs and Veggies in Small Spaces
Don't let a lack of space stop you from growing fresh, flavorful, nutritious foods. Here's how to start.
The Best Facial Masks for All Skin Types
To get all the benefits, you have to choose the right facial mask for you based on your skin type.
Do You Twitch In Your Sleep?
If your spouse complains that you move frequently at night, you may have this condition.
Is There Lead in Your Lipstick?
Is it possible that you get a dose of this dangerous chemical every time you apply?
"Brain-Boosting" Supplements: Truth or Trend?
Could a combination of nutrients in one little pill really help improve your brainpower?
Heart Transplant Update
How has this procedure improved over the years and what's in store for the future?
Chocolate: A Cardiovascular Hero...or Not?
Chocolate lovers cling to claims that this sweet treat helps the heart. What's the real truth?
Cosmetics, Parabens, and Cancer: What Are the Facts?
If you re confused about the potential link between parabens and cancer, you re not alone. Get the facts.
How Strong is Your Sexual Self-Esteem?
You can view your body as attractive and appealing. Learn to turn negatives around.
How to Protect Your Hair From Sun Damage
These seven essential steps will keep your hair at its best all summer long.
Even a Good Job Can Cause Depression
There's no debating the stress of some jobs. But even enjoyable work can encourage mood disorders.
Why Sjogren's Syndrome Is Underdiagnosed
Up to four million Americans may suffer with this disease, but experts suspect many more people are living with this disease and just don't know it.
10 Sneaky Ways to Get Good Gas Mileage
You may not be able to control the price of gas, but check out these ways to become fuel thrifty.
4 Healthy Dinners Under $5
Don't dine out at a restaurant that hurts your bank account and your waistline. Eat in with these recipes that are light on your diet and on your wallet.
How the Recession Affects Relationships
File under: no surprise. The economic climate has eroded not only retirement portfolios, but our relationships.
6 Ways to Save $50 a Week
Cutting a few corners can add up to real savings.
6 Ways to Save on Your Commute
The day-to-day commute is hard enough without having to pay more at the pump.
Dealing With Mental Health Issues During a Financial Downturn
Learn how to keep your head up during these frightening economic times.
5 Outdated Fitness Trends
How do you know if your tried-and-true exercise routine has gone out of style because it's ineffective or even dangerous? Keep updated here.
The Best Workout for Your Body Type
Did you know that different body types respond best to different kinds of exercise? Find your match.
Health by the Numbers: Breast Cancer
Breast cancer death rates have been declining, thanks to increased prevention and improved treatments. Here's a look at the disease by the numbers.
Health by the Numbers: Pregnancy
Millions of women become pregnant each year, but too many of them don't have all the facts. Here's a look at pregnancy by the numbers.
Health by the Numbers: Migraines
Migraine pain can be excruciating, but with the right treatment, the condition can be controlled.
Angry? Don't Go to Bed Just Yet
Is it better to "sleep on it" or resolve the issue? A new study answers this question.
"Me First" Is Bad for Your Health
A self-absorbed attitude can cause health hazards, reveals a new study.
When Your Heartburn Outlasts Your Medication
Many different types of medications can be used to treat heartburn. But what works for one person may not work for another.
The Health Benefits of Masturbation for Men and Women
It not only feels good, it s good for you too!
The One Exercise All Women Should Do
Learn more about Kegels and how taking just a few minutes a day to perform these exercises can have a positive impact on your health.
Is "Photoaging" Adding Years to Your Face?
Find out if this is negatively affecting how you look. If so, there are several treatments designed to reverse the damaging effects.
Newly Uncovered Smoking Danger for Women
Smokers don't need another study to tell them their habit is dangerous, but here is a risk you might not expect.
Look (and Feel) Better When You Have the Flu
Try these beauty tips when sickness keeps you from looking your natural best.
IUD Pros and Cons
Popular in the 80s, this form of birth control is making a comeback. Here's what to consider.
Boomers' Vision of Healthy Living
Growing older is no longer the inevitable decline that yesterday s seniors accepted, often with resignation. Today s boomers have rewritten the book on healthy living.
No Crest for the Antibacterial Wave
You know the old saying, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is? We might want to apply this truism to the idea that using antibacterial cleaners reduces the spread of illness.
Owning Your Own Future
Planning for your retirement is exciting and perhaps a bit intimidating. Here's what to consider.
Energy Bracelets: Real Deal or a Sham?
Some swear these bracelets reduce pain and boost athletic performance, so what's the real deal?
Sleep Patterns for Your Life Stage
Sleep patterns shift as you age. Here's what you are experiencing and what to expect.
Build a Better Salad
You already know it's good for you. Here are the tips and tricks to make your salad a nutritional powerhouse.
What Makes Boot Camp Workouts So Effective?
This fitness trend takes people at all fitness levels and whips them into the best shape of their lives. So what can boot camp do for you?
Is There a Downside to Losing Weight?
There's no doubt that shedding excess pounds is a big boost to your health and well-being, but not everything is totally rosy after weight loss.
After Intimacy: What Does Your Behavior Reveal?
Do you sleep or cuddle after sex? New research says your choices might reflect on your relationship.
5 Things to Do Before Your Workout
Make sure to add these to your to-do list before you exercise.
Clean Your Ears the Right Way
Here are the essential dos and don'ts of this delicate process.
Grow a Therapeutic Garden in Your Yard or Window Box
Boost your well-being with a fragrance garden. It's easy to grow therapeutic herbs and flowers with these tips.
Best Food Guide for IBD
Here are the safest food choices for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.
Cancer Vaccine Progress
Scientists are at work on a vaccine that would prevent the development of cancer cells in the body. Get the update.
If You're Overweight With Normal Blood Pressure
With an optimal blood pressure reading, you may believe that you are healthy despite your weight, but it's not so clear-cut.
Your Heart-Healthy Shopping List
The next time you head to the market, be sure to place these cardiovascular winners in your cart.
5 Ways to Improve Leg Circulation
Exercise, hosiery, hot pepper. There are plenty of ways to get the blood flowing in your legs. Read on for a list of five.
Heart Disease in Women vs. Men: 6 Big Differences
While heart disease remains the leading cause of death among both genders, there are additional dangers for women.
What Are Today's Mammogram Guidelines?
What do the guidelines from the United States Preventive Task Force mean for you?
Fat Facts for Diabetics: How to Make Healthy Choices
Learn how the body reacts to different types of fat, plus get tips on incorporating the right ones into your diet.
Severe Period Pain? It Could Be Dysmenorrhea
It's normal to experience discomfort during your period, but if the pain is so severe that it interferes with daily activities, you may have this.
4 Ways to Go Healthy at the Coffee Shop
You can still have your coffee (and doughnut, too!) if you follow these four common-sense suggestions.
Why Are There Cancer Drug Shortages?
Cancer drug shortages are a horrifying reality. Here's why it happens and what patients can do.
How Empathy Affects Your Love Life
At the heart of healthy relationships, you'll find communication and understanding. These same qualities are essential in the bedroom.
How to Get More Vitamin D
Your body creates vitamin D by synthesizing UV rays. But that doesn't mean skimping on sunscreen. There are safer ways.
Teeth Straightening for Adults: Know Your Options
It's common for adults who skipped braces during adolescence to straighten their teeth at a later age. If that's you, here are your choices.
Green Tea for Health & Beauty
With a wealth of antioxidants, green tea is used for weight loss, skin care, and for anti-aging. Is it too good to be true?
Do Your Guests Bring Allergens Along?
You don't have to become antisocial to minimize incidental allergy triggers.
How to Pick the Right Makeup Brushes
Here's exactly what to look for to pick the best makeup brush for the job.
Are Mondays Really the Most Depressing Day?
Surprise! A different day might be worse, but you can lighten your load any day of the week.
Smartphone Stress: How to Beat the Buzz
A study reveals that these mini-computers have a big impact on your stress levels.
Can Adults Be Sleep Trained?
Here's how what works for baby could also give you a better night's rest.
Your Bathroom Scale Guide
Here's how to pick the right scale to support your goal of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
Perfect Nails at Home in 10 Steps
Practice these simple steps for an easy, professional-looking, at-home manicure.
Avoid These Common Condom Mistakes
Protect your health by learning how to avoid these common blunders.
Are Heart Murmurs Harmful?
While some heart murmurs are minor, others may signify a serious health issue. Here are the facts.
What Are Cancer's Secrets?
Cancer still holds mysteries, but scientists have made strides in uncovering what happens when a body develops cancer cells.
Asthma Management at Any Age
How you experience your asthma symptoms will vary over time.
Plan B: How Does the Morning After Pill Work?
Here are the basics to know about emergency contraception before you need it.
How Your Relationship Status Affects Your Health
Single? Married? Divorced? Your answer may have a direct impact on your health.
What Can Aromatherapy Do for You?
Here's how certain natural scents may help improve your health and overall state of mind.
Are Cancers New Species?
While it s long been accepted that cancer is caused by mutated genes, some experts now put stock in a different belief.
Asthma Inhalers: Which One Is Best for You?
When it comes to asthma inhalers, there are two distinct types to know.
Should Your Broken Heart Be Treated Medically?
Broken Heart Syndrome can be harmful to your mind and body, and it can be treated.
Improved Colon Cancer Detection With "The Mozart Effect"
Why would playing certain music boost a doctor's ability to detect cancer-causing polyps?
Get Rid of Common Warts the Right Way
These unsightly growths are harmless, but they can be painful and highly contagious. Here's how to treat them.
If Your Guest Is Allergic to Your Pet
Here's how to prep when you welcome someone who is prone to cough, sneeze, itch, and even have an asthma attack because of your pet.
Multiple Orgasms: Myth or Reality?
Could you really enjoy multiple climaxes or are they simply a copulation crock?
6 Hidden Allergy and Asthma Triggers
Learn to identify the most common culprits so you can breathe easier.
7 Ways to Manage Rosacea
Rosacea, which often causes constant redness in the face, can be frustrating and difficult to treat, but there are steps you can take to manage the condition.
Headaches 101
Headaches are among the most common pain symptoms in the world. Learn about the different types of headaches and what causes them.
Understanding Adult ADHD Symptoms
It's not always easy to pinpoint ADHD in adults, but spotting the symptoms is the first step toward getting the right diagnosis and treatment.
Understanding Depression
Get the real story on America's most prevalent mental illness from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment.
Wide Awake in America
Insomnia affects more than 70 million Americans. Find out more about what's keeping you awake at night.
Marijuana for Cancer Care
This drug seems to offer relief from pain, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and loss of appetite, which are common side effects of cancer and cancer treatments. And there are other possible benefits as well.
A Dozen Healthy Family Ideas for Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks
Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day for your family, but lunch is important too, not to mention snacks. Here are essential nutrition tips from a top expert.
How to Improve Your Morning Routine
Mornings are hectic. This checklist has quick and easy ideas you can start incorporating into your routine to day.
5 Great Sick-Day Foods
Stuck at home with a cold? Find comfort with these soothing foods.
5 Time-Wasters That Burn Calories
Who says losing weight has to be hard? These effortless activities can help rev your metabolism and melt the pounds away.
7 Bipolar Disorder Myths—Busted
When it comes to bipolar disorder, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Here, we debunk the biggest myths surrounding the disease.
8 Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be a challenge. Follow these tips to make it easier.
8 Ways to Prevent Manic Episodes
Follow these tips to help reduce the likelihood of a manic episode.
To Sun or Not to Sun? The "D Debate" Heats Up
Everyone needs vitamin D for good health, but a debate continues to burn in the medical community over the best ways to get this important nutrient.
Warding Off Skin Cancer
Skin cancer rates are likely to increase in the coming years. Find out how behavioral and dietary changes can reduce your risk.
How to Get Rid of Lice: The Bug Stops Here
There are plenty of effective ways to let these uninvited guests know they're not welcome.
The Truth About Chocolate Tea
Chocolate and tea both offer cardiovascular perks. But can combining the two provide twice the benefit?
Air Freshener Allergy? More Common Than You Think
If you use air fresheners and scented candles to create a welcoming atmosphere in your home, you might just make yourself sick.
Diabetes-Related Amputation: Reduce Your Risk
Follow these steps to help prevent the complications that lead to amputation.
The Worst Foods for IBS
When it comes to Irritable Bowel Syndrome, which foods are most likely to bring on bouts of belly bloat and gassiness?
8 Ways to Prevent Holiday Weight Gain
Want to enjoy the festivities without piling on the pounds? Check out our top eight tips.
Are You in a Toxic Relationship?
Learn how to spot the warning signs and break the vicious cycle.
Is Weight-Loss Surgery for You?
More and more Americans are opting for bariatric surgery to shed major pounds and improve their quality of life. Find out if you or a loved one could be a candidate.
4 Heart Facts Every Woman Should Know
When it comes to your cardiovascular health, the essentials are clear.
The Germiest Public Places You Go Every Day
Public places are magnets for germs that cause the flu, viruses, and other illnesses. But that doesn't mean you have to stay home to avoid being exposed. Learn where the germs roam so you can take the right precautions.
7 Tips for a Healthier Work Day
There are plenty of ways to adopt healthy habits on the job, from fitting in a workout during lunch to switching out coffee for pure H2O.
10 Holiday Eating Tips
These healthy eating tips will help you make it to New Year's without the extra pounds or the guilt.
3 Fabulous Foods for Weight Loss
There's no one food that can magically transform an overweight body into an ideal figure. But there are foods that are beneficial to eat on the journey to a slimmer body.
4 Easy Ways to Fight the Flu
There are several steps you can take to reduce your risk of infection.
5 Exams That Could Save Your Life
These simple tests can help detect common health conditions before they escalate.
7 Secrets For Weight-Loss Success
Get the skinny on tricks that really work.
Allergy-Proof Your Home
Allergens can attack almost anywhere, including your own home. Follow these tips to reduce your risk.
Are You a Perfectionist?
Get the top eight signs, and learn how to break the cycle.
Depression in Older Adults
It's common for seniors to experience sadness and grief, but when these feelings are persistent, they may be a sign of depression.
Give Your Fridge a Makeover
With these six easy tips, you can transform your refrigerator and your health.
Is Your Job Making You Sick?
Desks and cubicles may seem benign, but they're often a breeding ground for bacteria. Follow these six tips to stay healthy at work.
Social Anxiety vs. Shyness
Are your feelings of discomfort just shyness, or a sign of a more serious health condition? Here's how to tell the difference.
What Does "Zero Trans Fats" Really Mean?
Nutrition labels can be deceiving. Learn how to cut though the hype and make healthier choices.
5 Ways to Stay Active as You Age
Here's how to give your body the energy and strength it needs to stay healthy as you get older.
Are You Too Nice For Your Own Good?
Learn how to find the middle ground between being accommodating and being stepped on.
Heat Wave: Understanding Hot Flashes
Hot flashes can be uncomfortable, frustrating, even scary. Follow this guide to help ease your symptoms.
How to Lose Weight Without Really Trying
Sick of starving to lose weight? Follow these tips to shed pounds. No diet required.
The 10 Best Reasons to Quit Smoking
Many people successfully kick the habit, and you can too. Here, the top 10 benefits of smoke-free living.
How Are New Cancer Treatments Tested?
Understanding the "fair test rule" is essential for evaluating cancer treatment options.
Your Relationship: Literally Not a Perfect Fit?
Here's how to improve your intimacy despite your physical differences.
Can You Develop Food Allergies at Any Age?
While many food allergies begin in childhood, the fact is that at any age, you can suddenly find yourself dealing with an allergic reaction to something you've had to eat or drink.
Apples to Prevent Digestive Disease?
This tart, delicious fruit may have protective properties against diseases like colitis, Crohn's, and even cancer. But it's the part of the apple that might surprise you.
The Truth About the Genital Herpes Vaccine
Researchers may finally have a vaccine for herpes. But will it be as beneficial as you hope?
Don't Let Lupus Affect Your Love Life
For millions of people living with lupus, having a satisfying love life can be complicated. It doesn't have to mean life without one, however. Here's how to keep your the bedroom sizzling even if lupus is part of your life.
Can You Really Learn to Forgive and Forget?
You've probably heard you should "forgive and forget." But new research shows old standard is flawed logic. Here's a better way to process your emotions.
15 Ways to Help Prevent Breast Cancer
There is no guaranteed protection against breast cancer, but there are things you can do to reduce your risk.
6 Ways to Boost Bone Strength
Learn how to build strong bones and protect against osteoporosis.
A Year of Living Less Dangerously
Keeping up with all your health screenings may seem daunting, but this list can get you started on a year of healthy living.
Adult ADHD Survival Tips
Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be a challenge, but these tips can make it easier.
Is It Alzheimer's?
Caregiving expert Jackie Pinkowitz discusses the difference between age-related memory problems and Alzheimer's disease.
Suffering in Silence: Women and ADHD
Millions of women and girls are affected by ADHD, but they're rarely diagnosed. Learn how to spot the symptoms.
What You Need to Know About Assisted Living
When it comes to assisted living, understanding all of the options available can be a challenge. Here, the most frequently asked questions and answers.
12 Tips for an Allergy-Free Vacation
How to keep allergies and asthma from traveling with you.
6 Easy Ways to Beat the Heat
Keeping cool on hot summer days isn't only a matter a comfort—it's vital for good health and even survival.
8 Easy Stressbusters
Feeling stressed out? Regain your calm with these tips.
Caring for Loved Ones Is More Rewarding Than Expected
Study shows that preparedness makes all the difference when it comes to caregiving.
Full Spectrum: Bipolar Disorder
Not so black and white: study concludes bipolar disease is more of a spectrum disorder.
Most Women Don't Know Their Cholesterol Numbers
Women are far more likely to remember their high-school weights than their cholesterol levels.
Probiotics: Beneficial Bacteria
These friendly bacteria can do wonders for your digestive system. Learn how your body can start reaping the benefits.
Roadmap for Eldercare Options
Understand your choices for better decision-making.
Sure Shot? Understanding the Flu Vaccine
Are you thinking about getting a flu vaccination this year? Learn about the risks and rewards.
4 Surprising Energy Zappers
Some things that sap your energy are no surprise, like being awake all night with a sick child or eating a heavy meal, but there are other energy depleters that are less obvious.
How to Increase Your Dream Recall
Some believe that dreams hold the key to solving nagging problems and triggering creative energy. Here are tips on how to delve into your subconscious sleeping mind.
How to Get Out of Bed on a Cold Morning
While no one claims getting up on a frigid day is easy, here are the steps you can take to make the whole experience bearable.
Sleep Deprivation and Dangerous Consequences
When you're sleep-deprived, you're more likely to take chances and make reckless decisions. What do brain scans reveal about being overtired?
Valerian for Sleep: Is It Right for You?
This supplement is a widely recommended alternative to prescription and over-the-counter sleep medications, but some studies show it's not effective. So should you try it?
Should You Watch TV Before Bed?
Approximately two-thirds of adults watch TV in the hour before they go to bed. If you have ongoing sleep problems, ask yourself if you're one of them.
Before You Bring Your New Pet Home
So you're ready to adopt a pet? Before you open your home to a furry friend, find out exactly what you need to have in place.
Wake Up Thinner Tomorrow
Don't expect to lose 10 pounds overnight, but you can take steps to help your body rid itself of bloating while you sleep, which could result in a flatter tummy the next morning.
How to Have a Healthy Pet
Your pet is an important member of your family. But along with the happiness your furry friend brings is great deal of responsibility, on your part, to keep your cat or dog in tip-top shape.
Does Being Intimate Affect Your Immunity?
A healthy love life will bring you closer to your partner and strengthen your relationship. But can it improve your overall health and protect you from illness?
Painkiller Addiction: 6 Myths and the Real Facts
Painkillers are powerful medicines, but with them come the real risk of abuse. Understand the myths and determine how to use painkillers safely.
What Do Your Dreams Say About Your Personality?
Strange, wild, passionate, frightening. Your dreams may provide insight into who you really are.
Southern Home Cooking Lightens Up
Sugar, butter, and cream may be one celebrity chef's go-to ingredients, but that doesn't mean you should follow in her footsteps. You can still recreate the cuisine of the Queen of Southern Cooking without doing damage to your health. Let a team of experts show you how.
Should You Be Screened for Cancer? The Benefits and Risks
Screening is the process of looking for cancer in people who have no symptoms. Although it could potentially catch the disease in its early stages, it could also bring on unnecessary worry and angst. Learn more about the pros and cons of this controversial topic.
How to Become a Personal Trainer or Fitness Instructor
If you have a passion for fitness, you might have what it takes to become a trainer or instructor. Here's how to take your dream to the next level.
Fitness Trend Alert: Fluid Movements Get You Fit
If you like Pilates, yoga, and dance, raise the bar with this system developed by a former ballet dancer. Appropriate for people of all fitness levels and those recovering from injuries, this trend could be for you.
Are Weekend Warrior Workouts Enough?
Is working out hard on the weekends enough to keep you in shape? It all depends on what works for you.
Hidden Gym Danger Zone
The gym is great for improving health, but it can also be a danger zone. Some of the biggest safety issues happen right after your workout.
Fitness Trend Alert: Get Into Laughter Yoga
Is laughter the best medicine? Members of "Laughter Clubs" that span the globe heartily chuckle, "Yes!"
Which Type of Research Study Is Right for You?
Clinical trial. Double blind. Experimental. Understanding the terminology associated with different types of studies will help you determine which one might be right for you.
The Key to Workout Motivation? A Gym Buddy!
Who can you count on to motivate, inspire, and coax you? To sweat, grunt, and whine with you? To kick you off the couch and run with you? Your gym buddy, of course. But how do you find a good one?
Will Bovine Colostrum Improve Your Exercise Efforts?
One of the newest players in the fitness world is one of the oldest nutritional substances on earth. Bovine colostrum (also known as early cow s milk) is making a name as a powerful way to increase athletic performance and speed recovery time after extreme workouts.
Get in Shape With the Latest in "Exergaming"
Get in shape, and have fun doing it, with video gaming systems that incorporate active fitness.
Time to Get Fit? Do This, Not That
Bump up your fitness level with these 10 simple adjustments to your daily habits.
Finding the Emotional Benefits in Adversity
Persevering through trying times may have long-term benefits, new research suggests. What can you reap from life's difficulties?
Weight Issues in Your Family? What You Can Do
Although avoiding fatty foods is the key to being lean, current science indicates that overeating doesn't tell the whole story.
Barre and Ballet Workouts: Get a Leg Up on Fitness
If you're looking for a new twist on a classic workout and you're into dance, Pilates, or yoga, then a barre or ballet workout might be perfect for you.
How to Make Exercise Fun
When you consider all the different ways you can add exercise to your life, it's really not difficult to make exercise fun, easy, and motivating.
6 Factors That Can Affect Your Blood Pressure Reading
Many factors affect a blood pressure reading at any given time. Stress, caffeine, and even the time of year can alter your number.
10 Intimate Secrets Men Wish You Knew
Communication is key when it comes to a successful sexual relationship. But it's not always the easiest subject to talk about. Here's a head start to knowing what men want.
Are You Super Smart About Super Foods?
While there's no single food that meets every nutritional requirement a person needs, doctors and researchers have pinpointed a handful of edibles as standouts in the field.
Best Ingredients for Health-Boosting Smoothies
Watching your weight or looking to up your nutrients? Smoothies are a delicious and easy way to add fruits and vegetables to your diet. Try some of these.
Apple Cider Vinegar: Is It a Super Tonic?
Do you suffer from sinus troubles? Dandruff? Sore throat? Diarrhea? Apple cider vinegar could alleviate all of these conditions.
How to Decode Cancer Statistics
Understanding terms like "disease-free survival rate," "progression-free survival rate," and "5-year survival rate" can help you evaluate treatment options and assess the reliability of the information you obtain.
How Safe Are Food Preservatives?
Food manufacturers use both natural and synthetic preservatives to extend the life of many of the food products we eat. Government regulations limit the use of some of them. Here s why.
Just a Kiss? 4 Infections Transmitted Through Kissing
While your intentions may be innocent, the illnesses that can be transmitted through a simple smooch are not. Watch out for these.
How to Interpret Cancer Study Results
When you read the headlines about the latest advancements in cancer treatments, do you find yourself wondering, "What does this really mean?" Here's a guide to understanding the meaning behind the numbers.
Keep Hydrated While Working Out: 7 How-To Tips
Make hydration a priority before, during, and after your workout to keep your body nourished and replenished.
Are Stylists Your Best Line of Defense Against Skin Cancer?
Your scalp can be a hidden zone for skin cancer, but a new study and advocacy campaign gets behind an innovative solution.
How to Choose the Right Birth Control
Selecting the right form of birth control depends on a variety of factors including hormone levels and sexual habits. Follow these five tips to make an educated decision.
Emotional Benefits of Being a Working Mom
Balancing office and home life can create conflicts between demands and stress from both sides. But there may also be healthy benefits to working outside the home.
Cancer Care Guide: Who Are the Doctors?
The diagnosis and treatment of cancer is complex, and multiple healthcare professionals play key roles in providing comprehensive care. Here's who might be on your team.
How to Use 10 Powerful Herbs
Suffering from anxiety? Stomach issues? A cold that won t quit? There s an herb for you.
Want to Look Younger? Smile!
Here's a cost-free way to turn back the clock. It's as simple as putting on a happy face. According to a new study, people who smile appear younger than their true age.
How to Train for a Marathon
Whether you're an avid runner or a beginner, running a marathon is an attainable goal with the right training, attitude, and strategy.
Diabetes and Menopause: A Combo Challenge
If you re a diabetic who s going through menopause, you re up against some unique challenges. Find out what steps you can take to stay on top of your health.
Could Acupuncture Improve Your Fertility?
This alternative treatment has proven benefits for conditions like chronic pain and stress. But can it combat infertility?
Breakfast Cereal Basics: Nutritional Dos and Don ts
The dietary choices you make during breakfast can set your course for the rest of the day. Let this go-to guide help you bring a wholesome cereal selection to the table each morning.
Birth Control Pills and Blood Clots: What Are the Risks?
New findings stir up additional concerns among birth control users. Here's a rundown of the research and an expert's take on the topic.
Anemia: Causes, Types, and Symptoms
From the most common forms to the obvious (and not-so-obvious) signs, here's your overview of this common condition.
Does Candy Affect Your Personality?
If you have a "sweet tooth," research suggests this preference could actually affect your personality. But does it make you sweeter or does it make you sour?
Pick a Pepper for Nutrition
Rich in color, flavor, and nutrients, these versatile vegetables star in a variety of international cuisines. Here's a bushel of ways to add them to your diet.
Tone Your Body With 6 Types of Dance
If you re tired of dragging yourself to the gym, maybe it s time to move your workout to the dance floor.
Your Guide to Sensible Shoes
For injury prevention and the sheer sake of comfort, the right pair of shoes are essential. Let this guide point you in the right direction.
Meat Substitutes: What Are Your Options?
Reducing your meat consumption doesn't mean you only have bean protein sources left. Consider these vegan meat substitutes. They offer the flavors and textures you enjoy from your favorite meats.
When Is It Time to Switch to a Geriatrician?
If you're heading into your senior years sometime in the next decade, or you're already there, it's important to consider the type of doctor who can best serve your physical and emotional needs as you age.
5 Reasons Why You Cannot Orgasm
If you're having trouble climaxing, you're not alone. Many older adults have difficulty achieving orgasm. Here, five reasons why you're having difficulty.
7 Things You Shouldn't Do to Your Hair
Sometimes too much "care" can ruin your tresses. Here's how to keep your hair under control without overdoing it.
9 Causes and Fixes for Differences in Sex Drive
If you and your partner don't have the same sexual appetite, worry not. We'll provide the insight to diagnose the issue and 9 exciting ways to get you seeing eye-to-eye.
5 First-Aid Essentials for Your Purse
What's one thing you never want to leave home without? A first-aid kit. When scrapes, stings, bumps, and boo-boos happen, make sure you have what you need to treat the injury right away.
3 Ways to Put More Fun in Your Workout
When you consider all the different ways you can add exercise to your life, it's really not that difficult to make exercise fun, easy, and something that enriches you.
White Foods May Reduce Stroke Risk
White fruits and vegetables contain as many essential nutrients and other health-promoting substances as do red, yellow, and green foods. And some of these substances may be especially important for aging adults.
New Study Shows 50 May Be the New 20
Being old just got younger. However, to achieve that there's something you need to do.
Facebook Friends and Brain Function: A Positive Relationship?
The debate rages on as to whether social networking sites isolate people or contribute to global connectedness. One new study's results offer an interesting perspective.
9 Winter Hazards for Your Skin
Cold weather brings unique challenges to skin health. Keep these tips in mind and you'll have smooth, hydrated skin in this chilly season.
5 Natural Ways to Whiten Your Teeth
Brighten your smile without breaking the bank with these at-home, do-it-yourself ingredients.
The Truth About Mouthwash
There are many known benefits to using mouthwash, but if yours has too much of this common ingredient, this daily routine can reverse the health of your teeth and gums.
Common Lifestyle Drugs: The Pros and Cons
Nonmedical or non-health-related drugs have become very popular. But before you decide to try these kinds of drugs and procedures, proceed with caution.
Why You Should Get Travel Insurance for Asthma
Don't just plan the itinerary of your next vacation, plan on having travel insurance to protect you against asthma gone haywire. Here's what you need to consider.
The Best Way to Store Groceries at Home
Learn how to keep the food you buy fresh and safe to eat.
An Apple Peel a Day
Studies have found that the skin on an apple contains a substance that not only promotes muscle growth and prevents the loss of muscle that comes with aging, but may also lower blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides.
Broken Hearts: How Your Relationship Affects Your Heart Health
The ups and downs associated with relationships don't pertain only to emotions. In fact, your partnership, good or bad, can have a real effect on your body.
Depression and Physical Insecurities: How to Cope and Overcome
In a society obsessed with beauty, most of us don't want to stand out because of our appearance. Whether you have a physical deformity, or are just unhappy with some aspect of how you look, follow these tips to work toward better quality of life.
The Perks of Protein
While java will give you a jolt, you have other pick-me-up options that may be less jarring to your system. Consider forgoing the caffeine for a protein-rich snack.
5 Ways to Spot a Bad Fad Diet
There's nothing wrong with trying to slim down, but watch out for these red flags.
Jackie Warner: Exercise With The Skin You're In
QualityHealth sits down with fitness expert Jackie Warner to discuss her initiative to give people with psoriasis a renewed resolve to get fit and feel great in their skin.
American Idol's Casey Abrams: Living Well With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
QualityHealth sat down with American Idol's Casey Abrams to talk about his experience living with ulcerative colitis. Here's what you should know about this chronic, but manageable inflammatory bowel disease.
Alzheimer s Disease: Genetic or Environmental?
Can you control whether you get Alzheimer's disease? The answer is...maybe. In some cases, there is nothing a person can do to stop the illness. In other instances, lifestyle and environment may play a part.
Scientists Find a New Way to Measure Pain
New research has uncovered a tool that lets doctors accurately assess your pain without needing your input.
Get the Most From Your Vaccines
More than any other time, vaccines are extremely crucial to senior health. They can help you ward off sicknesses that are now harder to tackle.
Low B12 Levels and Brain Shrinkage: Is There a Link?
A recent study showed that a lack of B12 can not only result in lower scores on tests of cognitive ability; it actually can correlate with smaller total brain volume.
Your Physical Body Can Determine the Health of Your Digestion
Discover which parts of your body hold clues to how well your digestive tract is functioning.
Digestive Problems Could Stifle Your Weight Loss Goals
If you feel that you've been exercising and no results ensue, it may be time to consider whether digestive problems could be getting in the way.
16 Dangerous Skin Care Ingredients
Many popular skin care and cosmetic products contain potentially harmful ingredients. Here's a roundup of ingredients to look out for, the products that may contain them, and why they can be dangerous.
Thin Women Looking for Liposuction: Is It Going Too Far?
Many fit women are turning to mini-liposuction procedures to remove problem fat deposits that can't be removed naturally. But does this trend represent a dangerous quest for perfection?
What Your Muscle Pain Is Telling You
Typically when you have muscle pain it's equated to soreness from working out or maybe an injury. But what most don't consider is how muscle pain is often associated with chronic health conditions.
How to Cope With Adult Sibling Jealousy
Whether you're the jealous one or the recipient, sibling rivalries are never easy to cope with. Here, tips on how to get past the green-eyed monster and rebuild your relationship.
Best Foods to Prevent Bowel Cancers
Fresh fruits and vegetables can help fight cancer, but do you know which ones are best for your bowel?
Gassy at Night? 9 Steps to Take
If diet or lifestyle habits are at the root of your bloating or gas overload, there are steps you can take during the day to avoid having problems at night.
Is Sleep Loss Leaving You Depressed?
Several studies have shown that lack of sleep has a profound effect on your mental well-being and that, for some people, chronic insomnia increases the risk of developing a psychological disorder such as depression or anxiety.
Caffeine in Your Genes?
If you drink a bit more coffee or tea than most people you know, scientists say it may be thanks to your DNA.
For Better Sleep, Take a Warm Bath
Taking a hot bath every evening is a natural way to decrease stress and anxiety, and ease yourself into a good night's sleep. Here's how to make this pre-bedtime ritual work for you.
Antibiotics Making You Sick? Foods to Eat and Avoid
If antibiotics are making you nauseated, eating the right foods and staying away from the wrong ones can help you feel better.
Can Sleep Deprivation Change Your Personality?
When you don't get enough sleep, it becomes difficult to focus your attention and manage your emotions. You lose perspective. It is as if you become a different person than who you are when you are well rested.
How to Combat Fluid Retention
Fluid retention is a common occurrence. Here are 10 lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce or eliminate excess fluids.
More Plant-Based Foods May Mean Fewer Cataracts
Want to save your eyesight as you get older? Consider forgoing that juicy steak in favor of a green salad.
What Is Lewy Body Dementia?
Here's what you need to know about this neurological condition, from symptoms to treatment options.
Exercise: Just What the Doctor Ordered?
Physicians and fitness experts are teaming up to help patients exercise their way to wellness.
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments of 4 Common Foot Problems
When your feet have problems, it's hard to feel good about anything else. Here's a rundown of four common foot problems, from bunions to plantar fasciitis.
Super Foods to Prevent PMS
Eliminating some foods from your diet may help relieve some symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Adding others may help even more. Here's how to eat to beat PMS.
5 Tips for Buying Safe, High-Quality Food
Food safety issues make headlines far too often. Here's how to help ensure you're feeding your family safe, high-quality food.
Fortified or Natural: What's Better?
Like supplements, fortified foods offer insurance against the health problems associated with nutritional deficiencies. But are they an ideal replacement?
5 Ways to Become a Morning Person
Some experts say that even if you are a night owl by nature, you can transform yourself into a morning lark and be more productive during the day. Here's how.
Adrenal Fatigue: An Actual Condition or Not?
Some doctors say it's a real condition, some say it's not. Here's a breakdown of both sides.
Sleep Apnea or Simple Snoring?
If you're sawing logs at night, it's important to find out if it's just a noisy nuisance or a sign of a serious sleep disorder.
Want a Good Night's Sleep? Avoid These 5 Things
If you have a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep, there may be a simple solution.
Can Burning the Midnight Oil Make You Gain Weight?
Researchers have found that night owls tend to eat twice as much junk food and weigh more than people who go to bed on the early side and wake up with the sun.
How to Use Epsom Salt for Health and Beauty
This drugstore staple is often overlooked in our search for the best health and beauty aids. But there are some good reasons to add this affordable compound to your shopping cart.
Are Gel Manicures Safe?
Gel manicures may be the hottest offer at your local nail salon. They're rumored to last for weeks and are relatively affordable. But before you turn your hands over to a nail tech, be sure to know what you're getting into and know the associated risks.
Does Clenching Your Fist Really Make You Feel Better?
While clenched fists and gritted teeth may seem like the anger response of a toddler, new research suggests this reaction can set you at ease.
7 Tips for Proper Oral Care
While a set of pearly whites is certainly aesthetically pleasing, poor oral health can put you at risk for a variety of chronic conditions.
Acid and Alkaline Balance: The Key to Healthy Bones?
Scientists now believe that consuming a diet high in acid-producing foods like animal proteins, processed foods, and sweeteners and low in fresh fruits and vegetables is partly responsible for the development of osteoporosis and diseases caused by chronic metabolic acidosis.
Are You Ready to Aero Jump?
Aero Jump is a jump rope-based workout developed by ex-boxer Michael Olajide, Jr. It's fun and fast-paced, but it's anything but child's play.
5 Tips to Avoid Break-Up Weight Gain
Nothing terrible will happen to your figure if you spend a night indulging in your favorite comfort foods. But unfortunately, if you get into the habit of noshing as a way to numb the pain of a breakup, you may be horrified the next time you hop on the scale.
Popcorn, Peanuts, and Pretzels: Healthy Snacks or Harmful Nibbles?
How do you define a healthy snack? Low-fat? Low-calorie? Low-carb? Foods that fit into those categories may be good choices, but a better approach might be to choose snacks that are also high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Do You Drool in Your Sleep?
If you wake up with a wet pillow, it may just be a normal effect of sleeping on your stomach or your side. In some cases, however, it could be a sign of a more serious problem.
Should You Use Oil on Your Hair?
In recent years, products derived from oils to help achieve sleek styles have become very popular. Best of all, oils can be very budget friendly. Learn how and when to work oil into your hair care routine.
7 Essential Safe Driving Tips
Remaining safe behind the wheel is a complicated endeavor and there is a lot to be aware of in different situations. However, the following tips will provide you with the toolbox you need to keep yourself, your family, and your fellow drivers secure.
Why Men Have Difficulty Discussing Their Problems
A new observational study uncovered why men seem to struggle when it comes to talking about their problems. Read on to get the scoop.
How to Deal With the Jerk From Work
Nearly every workplace has one, yet few know how to deal with him effectively. Follow these 6 tips to make your day go more smoothly.
The Benefits of Small Group Fitness Training
If you're tired of exercising in a crowd and can't afford one-on-one sessions with a fitness instructor, then small group training might be just what you need to kick your workout into high gear.
5 Key Nutrients for Bone Health
The best way to boost your bones, besides weight-bearing exercise, is to take in enough of the substances that strengthen and build your skeleton. Here's a rundown of the top nutrients you need for a fit frame.
Young and Have a Low Sex Drive? Causes and Fixes
A great sex life might seem like one of life's perks for young people. But these days, it s not uncommon for younger as well as older individuals to suffer from a low libido. Here, common causes and how to address them.
Coping With Modern Evolutions in Dating
If you're a new divorcee, you may be surprised to find the dating game has changed—drastically. In order to navigate the rules of courtship, follow these tips.
Cancer Trends Today
While cancer treatments continue to become more effective and targeted, the number of people diagnosed with cancer is on the rise. Understand the high-level trends and how they could affect you.
Atrial Fibrillation: Know the Signs, Prevent Complications
During atrial fibrillation, the heart's two upper chambers beat out of sync with the two lower chambers. Learn about the potential causes and complications of this condition.
Can't Sleep? Up the Intimacy
If you're caught up in a cycle of sleepless nights, there's a drug-free way to get back on track: Make love more often.
The Healing Powers of 5 Everyday Spices
Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves do more than flavor some of your favorite foods. These and others have medicinal properties and are most effective as healers when used on a regular basis. Here's how to get more of them into your diet.
The Do's and Don'ts of Dying Your Hair
If your gray strands bother you or you simply long for a change, hair dye is your best bet. But before you take the plunge in a salon or at home, be sure you're armed with information to help prevent unwelcome surprises.
12 Tips for Traveling With Food Allergies
Unfortunately, no matter where you plan to travel, your food allergies will always be with you. So don't just plan your vacation itinerary, plan on ways you can stay safe on your trip, too.
The Most Popular Types of Yoga
Among the many popular types of yoga offered at studios and gyms, one style might make you break a sweat in a super-hot room, while another might be mellow and cool.
Trichomonas Vaginalis: The STD You Haven't Heard Of
Although it's the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD) of all, chances are you've never heard of it.
What a Life Coach Can Do for You
Everyone has life goals and dreams, but many people have no idea how to achieve them. That's where a life coach can help. Life coaches help you create the blueprint to become your best self.
How to Find the Perfect Bra for You
From size to style, many factors go into choosing a bra. Follow these guidelines to help you make an informed purchase.
Depression Fallout: Managing Depression in Your Relationship
If you're the partner of someone who is depressed, it can take a toll on your relationship and your own mental health. Here, a guide to keeping your relationship intact in the face of mental illness.
5 Fixes for Post-Meal Fatigue
A good meal should boost your energy, not leave you feeling sapped.
Allergies at Work? 7 High-Risk Settings
Whether you work in a controlled setting like an office, spend your days in a laboratory or manufacturing plant, or are outdoors working with animals or plants, there are many allergens that, with repeated exposure, can make you feel quite sick.
The Risks of Cell Phone Obsession
The typical smartphone user checks his phone an average of 34 times per day. What s more, many people who compulsively check their cellphones are unaware that they are doing it.
Menstrual Back Pain: How to Treat It Effectively
Unlike other types of muscular back pain, which go away and typically don't come back, menstrual back pain can be a frequent, unwelcome visitor.
Could You Be in a Codependent Relationship?
A healthy dependency is a two-way relationship; both parties contribute to it in positive ways. A codependent relationship, in contrast, is an unhealthy, dysfunctional, perhaps even abusive, one-sided relationship.
10 Signs You Married the Wrong Man
All couples experience some moments of uncertainty, but if your spouse possesses too many of these 10 traits, he may not be the right man for you.
Senior Driving: Knowing When to Stop
How do you know if you or a loved one is becoming an unsafe driver? It can be difficult to assess one's driving skills but these factors can help you figure it out.
Scars: Causes, Types, Prevention, and Treatment
Whether you have a newly developed scar or you're trying to stop a wound from turning into a prominent scar, there are ways you can minimize its appearance.
How to Handle National Grief
Here are tips for working through grief in a healthy way when it involves an entire community.
3 Ways to Scratch Cat Allergies
You love your cat with all your heart, but if you suffer from pet allergies, the object of your affection could cause episodes of sneezing, coughing, itching, and wheezing. If the misery is more than you can bear, know that you can take action.
Mammograms vs. Treatment: What's Working?
Mammograms save lives. Or do they? Breast cancer deaths have declined over the past two decades. Is this due to routine screenings or better treatment techniques?
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
The good news is that it's rarely serious, but the bad news is that it can make getting out of bed and going about your day an exercise in fighting nausea and trying to keep your balance.
How to Find Your Body's Best Bedtime
The best time to go to bed is the time that ensures you get enough sleep before you have to get up each day to go to work or school or take care of your home life.
Could High Heels Cause Migraines?
There's been much talk about the possibility that wearing high heels could be connected with getting migraines, but is there scientific weight to this claim?
Wheatgrass Juice: Contender or Pretender?
Touted as a "living food," wheatgrass juice first became popular when a self-proclaimed "natural healer" began to promote the benefits of consuming green vegetables, herbs, and wild weeds. Since then, wheatgrass has been analyzed, studied, and sold as a health remedy.
Krill Oil: Better Than Fish Oil?
Krill, tiny shrimp-like crustaceans that live on the bottom of the ocean, are chock full of beneficial oils, including omega-3 fatty acids.
Shop More, Live Longer?
Need an excuse to go shopping? How about this one? Recent research suggests it may actually be good for you.
Do You Really Need to Drink 8 Glasses of Water a Day?
For years now, the conventional wisdom has been to drink eight glasses of water a day if you want to maintain good health. But is that really true? According to one doctor, the answer is no.
Plastic Surgery: The Right and Wrong Reasons to Do It
Cosmetic plastic surgery can achieve remarkable results. However, it can't cure life's problems or bring back youth. If you're considering plastic surgery, ask yourself these questions to make sure you're seeking it for the right reasons.
REM: What It Is and Why You Need It
Also known as "dream sleep," REM (rapid eye movement) is the stage of sleep when your brain processes your thoughts and memories from the day.
How Smoking Causes Cancer
You know it does, but do you know how and why smoking is one of the greatest health risks out there? Understanding what's behind the risk might help you or a loved one give them up for good.
Full vs. Empty Stomach: Which is Better for Exercise?
Some experts say you'll burn more fat if you exercise on an empty stomach. Others assert your athletic performance will suffer if you don't fuel it with the right food. Who's right?
Just Separated? A Step You Must Take
If you're newly single, you may be feeling a whole range of emotions, both negative and positive. Still, assessing yourself honestly is an essential step to avoiding future relationship blunders.
Your Guide to Hearing Aids
The variety of hearing aids can be overwhelming, and you may not be sure where to start. Fortunately, the Food and Drug Administration has created an online guide to help you make an informed decision.
3 Heart-Healthy Habits With Zero Deprivation
Pizza? Drinks? TV? Your favorite indulgences can be made heart healthy, if you do them right.
Tooth Sensitivity: Getting to the Root of It
Learn about the most common causes, plus get tips on how to fix this common problem.
5 Ways to Keep Asthma From Making You Sick
The cool, crisp days of autumn can be a refreshing treat after a hot, humid summer. Yet with the change of season also comes an increased risk of illness that can lead to fall asthma.
BAI: Better Than BMI?
Researchers from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California have proposed a new formula for measuring body fat using hip circumference and height. This formula is known as body adiposity index, or BAI.
How to Handle Premenstrual-Related Insomnia
As if bloating, cramping, breast pain, and mood swings weren't enough, the long list of symptoms that can affect women with premenstrual syndrome also includes trouble falling asleep. Here's what to do if it happens to you.
Potential Risks of Common Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers
While over-the-counter pain relievers are convenient and readily available, they still come with certain risks.
Why You Crave Sugar
If you're craving sugar, the problem may be more serious than merely trying to satisfy an occasional sweet tooth. You may be addicted to sugar.
7 Exercises for an Improved Sex Life
If your sex life feels limp and lackluster these days, resolve to spice it up. No, not with dietary supplements or prescription pills, but by exercising with a purpose.
Post-Workout Fatigue: What's Normal, What's Not?
It's normal to feel tired after a workout. Mild muscle ache is common, too. But what if you're completely exhausted?
4 Ways Smoking Kills Your Looks
Actors may appear sultry and glamorous when lighting up on-screen, but in real life, the tobacco habit can downgrade you from hot to "not." Here's a rundown of just some of the ways smoking is a blight on beauty.
Rosacea: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Many women incorporate blush into their daily makeup routine to accentuate their cheekbones with a rosy-red look. But for the millions of people living with the skin condition rosacea, unintentional blushing and flushing can be an uncomfortable and embarrassing problem.
What You Should Know About Genetically Modified Foods
Genetically modified (GM) or engineered, foods have been scientifically altered to develop more desirable traits. These traits might include better resistance to destructive insects in the field, or increased nutritional value.
What Stomach Pain in Older Adults May Mean
Digestive or gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are common occurrences among those over the age of 50. Take inventory of the digestive symptoms you may have and measure them against these potential digestive conditions.
Hula-Hooping: Not Just Child's Play
Hula-hooping isn't just for kids anymore. Fitness experts say it can provide boot camp-quality exercise.
What Can Reiki Do for You?
While acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic garner most of the attention, Reiki quietly benefits patients in its own gentle way.
Could You Suffer From One-itis?
Are you hyper-focused on one particular person? Can't resist calling him several times a day? Do you analyze his every action? If you've answered "yes," you may have one-itis.
20 Ways to Drink More Water
Set an alarm. Use a fancy glass. Hang a sign on your fridge. These are just a few ways to ensure you get your daily dose of H20.
Body Pillow Basics
More than a snuggle buddy, a body-length pillow can improve your bedtime posture and help you get a better night's sleep by relieving common aches and pains that are keeping you awake.
9 Ways to Treat a Sunburn
That red, painful-to-the-touch burn on your overly sun-exposed skin can be a big problem. You thought you did everything you could to prevent sunburn, but apparently it wasn't enough. The good news is that it's temporary and treatable.
The Link Between the State of the Economy and Suicide Rates
During the Great Depression, suicide rates hit their highest level ever, increasing almost 23 percent over the four years of the depression. Since then, suicide rates have consistently risen during times of economic downturns.
Hugging, Touching, Kissing: The Key to Happiness?
Sure, there may be a laundry list of activities that make you happy, but when it comes to reconnecting with your partner, these are key (and the reason is chemical).
The Plus Side of Bisphosphonates
In recent study, people who took a specific type of osteoporosis medication known as bisphosphonates lived an average of five years longer than those who didn't take them.
BPA in Canned Foods: What You Should Know
BPA is used in the production of some hard plastics and the plastic-like linings of many metal cans used to package foods and beverages. Since BPA leaches out of the plastic and into the contents of the can when exposed to heat, there is wide concern about its toxic effect.
Running to the Bathroom During Workouts? What to Do
If urges to go to the bathroom when exercising are keeping you from getting a good workout, here are some tips to keep in mind.
Give the Gift of Life: Register as an Organ Donor
Every day, people die waiting for organ transplants. Whether they need a new heart, lung, liver, or kidney, these patients know their lives depend on the availability of healthy organs.
5 Tips to Manage Lupus-Related Fatigue
Fatigue is one of lupus hallmark symptoms, but because the damage caused by Lupus is largely unseen, patients may be confused about why they re so tired. Read on for five tips that tackle fatigue caused by Lupus.
10 Tips to Simplify Conflict Resolution
Resolving conflicts doesn't have to be difficult. In fact, you can make the process easy on the both of you by following these ten tips.
Twitching in Your Sleep: Why Does It Happen?
There are you, peacefully dozing off, and then, whoa! Your body does a sudden jerk and you're awake again. For the most part, these body spasms are considered normal. But sometimes they're not.
10 Ways to Spruce Up Your Salad
If you find yourself munching on the same old lettuce and tomatoes day in and day out, maybe it's time for a salad makeover.
How to Successfully Donate Blood
Giving blood is straightforward, safe, and infinitely helpful to those in need. So if you want to join the effort, here are six steps you can take to ensure the process is as easy as possible.
Do Allergies Affect Men and Women Differently?
Do you think of allergies as an equal opportunity disease? If so, you might be surprised to know when it comes to immune system reactions to certain foods and drinks, there seems to be a strong sex difference.
Do Natural Sex Aids Work?
If your libido seems to be waning and you're just not as interested in sex as you used to be, you may have wondered whether you should try to get help. Moreover, you may be concerned about from where that help will come.
How to Protect Yourself From a Stalker
Approximately 3.4 million Americans are stalked every year; women three times more often than men. Here are the steps to take if you become a target.
Do Cell Phones Cause Cancer?
You've heard they do. You've heard they don't. So, what are the experts saying about the real risk?
Considering a Clinical Trial? What You Should Know
You may have considered participating in a clinical trial. But are you a good candidate? And what's in it for you?
Health Advice at the Hair Salon
Over the last few years, some hair salons and barbers have been dispensing more than just trims. They've been giving out health advice, too.
How Hammocks Help You Sleep
Tempted to sleep out in a hammock on a warm summer night? Or take a hammock nap in the late afternoon? It may turn out to be the best sleep you ever got.
5 Easy Tips to Avoid Vacation Weight Gain
You can take a vacation from day-to-day living without forfeiting daily exercise and healthy eating. These practical tips will help you stave off the extra pounds without needing to give up festive foods and unforgettable fun.
What Is a Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)?
The MSLT helps confirm a diagnosis of narcolepsy, a condition in which a person suddenly loses muscle control and falls asleep, or idiopathic hypersomnia, which is excess or inappropriate daytime sleepiness without an apparent cause.
UVA and UVB Rays: What's the Difference?
What is it about these rays that makes them so harmful? And how can you tell if you're taking the proper safety precautions?
Hypersomnia: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Hypersomnia is a word used to describe excessive sleepiness at times when you should actually be feeling well rested. If you consistently feel drowsy in spite of a good night's sleep, there are several possible causes and many potential treatments.
Enrich Your Life: How to Become a Volunteer
Volunteering can be one of the most enriching and satisfying experiences of your life. Here's how to get started.
Should You Get Screened for Ovarian Cancer?
Some physicians call ovarian cancer the silent killer because of its vague, non-specific symptoms. So on the surface, it sounds like regular screening would save lives. But it's not that simple.
How Your Body Uses Nutrients
Have you thought about how your digestive system actually converts the meals you eat into fuel? Here's a quick survey of how your organs break down nutrients to keep your body in motion.
High Altitudes May Lead to Weight Loss
New research suggests you can lose weight and keep it off just by spending a week in the mountains.
5 Inexpensive Workouts
Try these creative ways to exercise that are good for your body and easy on your wallet.
Could Your Family Use a Personal Chef?
For a growing number of families (couples and singles, too), personal chefs are becoming as common and indispensable as housekeepers. They're the answer to "What's for dinner?"
3 Ways to Handle Temporary Blood Pressure Spikes
An occasional increase in blood pressure above your average reading is not usually a cause for alarm. But over time, and if those spikes occur frequently enough, they can cause damage to your blood vessels, heart, and kidneys.
12 Best Bets for Healthy Beer Options
If you're looking for a "healthy" beer, unfortunately, you won't find one. But that doesn't mean you should skip out entirely. If you choose to indulge in a beer, make the best choice for your health.
BPA Plastic: 7 Safety Steps
Keeping safe from toxic chemicals is no easy task these days. Here are practical steps you can take to minimize exposure.
How to Choose a Safe and Reusable Water Bottle
Drinking plenty of water is among the best things you can do for your health. Switching from a disposable water bottle to a reusable one is among the best things you can do for the planet.
Are You at Risk for a Drug Allergy?
Have you ever grappled with the unexpected side effects from a medication? It's important to pinpoint the cause of these surprising reactions. Here's the right way to know if it's a true drug allergy.
Papaya for Digestive Health
This nutrient-powerhouse can aid an assortment of digestive woes, and there are many ways you can enjoy it. Whether you cook it, eat it raw, or put it in a smoothie, incorporate papaya into your healthy digestion plan.
The Downside to Botox®
It's a common stereotype that a person who's had too much Botox can't form normal facial expressions as a result of the paralyzing injections. But according to a new study, the reality could be even scarier.
Relationship Cold Feet? 5 Coping Tips
We all know what pressure feels like. But when it comes to making a long-term commitment, are you prepared to overcome cold feet?
How to Choose a Medical Alert System
If the thought of your elderly loved one falling and not being able to get help is a real concern, it may be time to invest in a personal medical-alert system.
Cut the Cancer Risk From Your Backyard Barbeque
Numerous studies have linked the consumption of red meat (beef, pork, and lamb) and processed meats to an increased risk for a wide range of cancers.
The Benefits of Waiting Until After Marriage
Can waiting until after you tie the knot mean better sex in the long-term?
6 Tips to Make Your Doctor's Appointment More Productive
Taking an active role in your treatment is essential to receiving the care you need and deserve. Here's how you can guarantee a quality doctor's visit every time you enter the office.
How to Pack Your Products for Air Travel
Whether traveling on business or vacationing with family or friends, looking your best will likely be on your itinerary. But packing your favorite skin and hair care products can be complicated.
How Climate Change is Affecting Allergies
The number of people affected by severe allergies has been on the rise recently, and the experts say that global warming could be to blame.
Why Fiber Is Essential to Your Digestive (and Overall) Health
Although dietary fiber is probably best known as a remedy to prevent or relieve constipation, it provides other important health benefits as well, including lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Heart Disease: Fight the Number One Killer
Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. Did you know there are four steps you can take to reduce your risk of heart disease by up to 82 percent?
Give the Gift of Life: Become a Bone Marrow Donor
Thinking about signing up to be a bone marrow donor? Here's what's involved in this selfless act.
Eco-Friendly and Organic Beauty Salons: A Growing Trend
Environmentally-conscious beauty is a growing trend that's inspiring many beauty salon owners and customers to embrace eco-friendly products and services. But what does "natural beauty" really mean?
Why You Need to Love Yourself Before Loving Others
A satisfying relationship with a special someone doesn't happen overnight. If you're looking for love, you may wonder why it's just not happening. You may find the process much easier if you learn to love yourself first.
Everyday Products and Cancer Risk
Did you know that many products used for personal hygiene and beauty can be major sources of human exposure to dangerous chemicals?
4 Ways to Dine Out Without Damaging Your Diet
To make the most of your restaurant experience while making sure you're not undoing a week's worth of exercise, follow these tips.
How Your Work Schedule Affects Your Mood
Work in the United States has become a 24-hour phenomenon. Working irregular hours may also lead to a condition characterized by insomnia, excessive sleepiness during work, difficulties concentrating, headaches, and lack of energy.
Birthmarks: Facts vs. Myths
Most of us have some kind of birthmark, whether it's a tiny spot no one ever sees or a prominent port-wine stain. But very few of us know the facts about these marks and if they carry any associated risks. Here are some birthmark FAQs and clarifications of common misconceptions.
Is It a Senior Moment or Something More Serious?
To some degree, we all experience such foggy moments, especially as we get older. But when should it be cause for concern?
5 On-the-Go Makeup Bag Essentials
Organize your makeup bag with must-haves such as foundation, lipstick, blush, eye shadow, and eyeliner to ensure your look stays fresh all day.
What You Should Know About Food Expiration Dates
Should you throw out a container of yogurt if you notice that the date on the package is a few days beyond the date you're planning on eating it? Well, it all depends on these factors.
Strange Things That Can Happen to Your Breasts
Your breasts put up with a lot. It's only natural that once in a while, they'll react. So, what can you do about strange but common occurrences such as rashes, pimples, moles, and ingrown hairs?
Want to Be a Hospice Volunteer? Here's What's Involved
The Hospice Foundation of America estimates that there are more than 460,000 hospice volunteers in the U.S. Here's what you need to know before taking on this important job.
Give Back: Volunteer to Help Kids
Giving a little bit of your self can make an enormous difference in the life of a sick child. Here are some ideas to get you started.
The Benefits and Risks of Barefoot Running
Why is the barefoot running movement gaining popularity? Is it simply a fad popularized by a few outspoken naturalists? Or is there science that backs a more natural approach to running?
Ghrelin: The Hunger Hormone
Here's what researchers know about this mysterious chemical messenger that appears to have such a profound and direct effect on one's ability to lose weight.
7 Daily Must-Dos for Retirees
One research team studied older people on the small Greek island of Ikaria, a place where fully one-third of residents live to at least 90, and found that the residents share many healthful habits.
Are Breast Implants Linked to Lymphoma?
Since 1992, up to 10 million worldwide have had breast implants. Now there's concern about whether implants lead to increased risk of lymphoma. Here are the facts you need.
Is It Still a Workout If You Don't Sweat?
Working up a sweat is good for you, but what if you're not one to perspire during exercise? Can you still consider it to be an effective workout? Here's the answer.
Exercising Before Bed: Harmful or Helpful?
Although many experts encourage exercise earlier in the day to help you fall asleep easier at night, those in the know say that an evening workout might just work out for you.
Can Sublingual Immunotherapy Ease Your Allergies?
Wish there was a magic formula that could make your allergies go away? While no medication can completely erase your immune system's response to allergens, a form of treatment called sublingual immunotherapy may provide some welcome relief.
The Language of Love: 6 Tips for Better Communication
Follow these tips to improve communication with your partner and do away with the criticizing, berating, and belittling you've become accustomed to.
What Color Is Your Bedroom?
Color counts. For instance, red is an intense color that some people associate with passion and eroticism, but color experts point out it can also evoke feelings of anger and aggression.
Is the Western Diet to Blame for Type 2 Diabetes?
What and how you eat could be hazardous to your health.
Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9: The Basics
Omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids confer a variety of health benefits when consumed on a regular basis and in the right amounts.
10 Tips to Make This Summer the Summer of Love
The weather's not all that heats up in the summer. This can also be the season of love, whether you're single and looking for a relationship or in a committed partnership.
Pulmonary Embolism: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
What exactly causes pulmonary embolism, and is there a way to lower your risk? Read on for some insight into this frightening malady.
Build a Heart-Healthy Meal at the Salad Bar
What could be more convenient for lunch on the go than a quick stop at the salad bar? But the choices you make can make the difference between a fat-laden, calorie-heavy meal and a satisfying, good-for-your-heart lunch.
New Food Plate Guidelines: Healthy Eating Made Easy
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has unveiled a new icon that it hopes will make choosing nutritious foods easier for Americans.
Breast Cancer and Family Risk Factors
Although advancing age and being a woman are the two most significant risk factors for breast cancer, a family history also raises your risk of developing breast cancer and developing it at a younger age.
Going Gray Gracefully
Growing gray hairs is an inevitable part of aging. But how do you know when to cover it up or put it on display? Read on for tips on transitioning through the graying process.
Are You "Wired to Worry"?
Everyone worries occasionally. Some people, however, feel afraid when they really don't need to or experience anxiety at a level that's unreasonable for the threat they face.
The Link between Mom's Symptoms and Her Child's Depression
Having children is an exciting, rewarding experience for most parents. For women suffering from depression, however, parenting is especially difficult and untreated depression can have long-lasting effects on their children.
Lost Libido? Supplements Can Help
If you don't have much interest in sex these days, you may worry that you'll never reclaim the passion and sexual desire you once had. Well, worry not. These supplements will get that fire raging once again.
6 Essential Dating Tips for the New Divorcee
You're newly single, and this may be an excellent time to re-enter the dating game. But before you hop back into the game, consider these tips.
All About Hair Straightening Treatments
If you're looking to transform your curly or frizzy hair into sleek, straight strands, you've likely looked for options beyond the traditional blow dry. Here are the pros and cons of a few of the most popular hair straightening treatments.
Are You More than Just Friends?
Having close friends is essential to any productive social life; however, it is possible that one of your "friendships" may be more than just that. Read on to find out if you're really partaking in an emotional affair.
5 Tips for Swallowing Pills
The act of swallowing a pill can range from uneventful at best to gag-inducing at worst. Here, tips to make it easier.
Want to Live Longer? Eat Whole Grain Fiber
We all know that eating a diet rich in whole grains is good for your heart. Now a new study shows that the kind of fiber found in whole grains may also reduce your risk of dying at an early age from a variety of other causes.
The Dirty Truth Behind Body Mass Index
The formula behind body mass index (BMI) can be tricky. It can help you know if the number on the scale is where it's supposed to be. However, BMI can't provide useful information about this.
Your Saliva: What's It Really For?
From aiding in digestion to raising a red flag about potential diseases, your saliva plays a pretty big role in your health.
4 Causes of an Irregular Sex Drive
If you find that your fire is burning one minute only to find it extinguished the next, you may have an irregular sex drive. In order to remedy your libido woes, you need to know what's causing it. Here, the four most common culprits.
Let It Out: Healthy Ways to Express Anger
Sure, expressing your emotions in positive ways can be a challenge, but keeping them bottled up is likely to lead to an explosion down the road.
Is Facial Shaving a Good Idea for Women?
Some skin care experts propose that women should shave their faces to help exfoliate their skin. Others maintain that this will stimulate unwanted hair growth. So who should you listen to?
7 Ways to Weather Allergies While Camping
Camping is a perfect opportunity to get away for a few days and convene with nature. But if you suffer from allergies, heading out to the wilderness can expose you to a series of dangers. Here's how to stay healthy.
How Safe is Social Smoking?
You don't consider yourself a smoker. An entire week can go by without a single craving for a cigarette. Yet, once the weekend rolls around, all bets are off. Good thing the occasional smoke can't hurt you. Or can it?
Heart Disease: Is "Apple" Really Worse?
Are you an "apple"? Are you a "pear"? And what does that really determine anyway?
8 Ways to Beat Morning Breath
If you wake up with bad breath every morning, join the club. Very few people can escape it, and no one starts the day with a minty-fresh mouth. Fortunately, there are ways to tame the dragon.
7 Surefire Ways to Grab His Attention
Don't wait for fate to bring you together: it may never happen. Instead, take a chance with one of these attention getting tips.
Dense Breasts and Breast Cancer: A Connection?
Here, answers to your most pressing questions about dense breasts.
Gender and Asthma: Why Sex Matters
Although many people assume that asthma affects males and females equally, it's becoming increasingly clear to the medical community that respiratory health is handled differently by women and men.
Can Looking at Magazine Pictures Damage Your Body Image?
Flipping through magazines, you see page after page of impossibly skinny and perfect people. Many magazines use photography angles, effects, and techniques to alter what you see, but could these photos be subconsciously affecting your confidence and self-image?
Not Satisfied? 10 Tips for Better Sexual Communication
When sex stops being satisfying between you, your relationship becomes vulnerable. The remedy: effective communication. Follow these ten tips to voice your concerns without offending your partner.
Are Dietary Supplements Good for Your Heart?
The American Heart Association has some specific recommendations when it comes to getting heart healthy nutrients.
Excessive Hair Growth: Getting to the Root of the Problem
Many women with unwanted hair are on the lookout for hair removal solutions. But if they took the time to determine the cause, they might be better off.
Vitamins and Minerals: Too Much of a Good Thing?
Overloading on vitamins and minerals is easy to do and can be dangerous.
Should You Get the Shingles Vaccine?
Remember having the chicken pox as a kid? That episode can come back to haunt you as an adult. Shingles normally presents with severe pain, tingling, or burning on one side of the body. That's followed by red, scaly blisters that break, dry, and crust over.
Can Folic Acid Increase Your Asthma Risk?
If you've ever been pregnant, you've probably taken daily folic acid supplements to safeguard the health of your unborn baby. But did you know that in the process, you could have been increasing your child's risk of developing asthma?
3-D Mammograms: Pros and Cons
The new technique of 3-D mammograms, or digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), overlays 3-D optical mammogram images with x-ray images.
In Utero and Infant Exposure to X-Rays
What precautions should you consider when it comes to these radiation risks?
A Really Good Reason to Floss
Researchers have found that women are 11 times more likely to develop this serious condition if they are missing teeth or have gum disease. What's the connection?
Making Sense of Mixed Signals
If your partner frequently says one thing when he means another, you may question his sincerity. Before mixed signals start causing your relationship to unravel, there's a lot you should consider.
Building Relationships After Depression
Many things can temporarily derail a relationship, including an episode of depression. It is possible, however, to get relationships back on track after treatment.
Updated Heart Guidelines for Women
What "real world" preventative steps should you incorporate into your life to lower your chances of heart disease?
Aromatherapy for Cancer Symptoms
Could it be the smell of relief? Here's how to use essential oils to address pain and anxiety associated with cancer treatment and recovery.
Take the Diabetes Risk Test Today
Twenty-five percent of people with diabetes don't even know they have it and that means they're not getting the treatment they need or taking the important steps necessary to keep the disease in check.
Whose Heart Health Is Ideal?
Nearly 2,000 people were evaluated against seven heart-healthy criteria set by the American Heart Association. The results may surprise you.
7 Tips for Helping a Partner in Need
Your partner is undergoing a traumatic experience. You want to be supportive, but he's not the easiest person to help. Here's what to do.
Cruciferous Vegetables Are Prevention Powerhouses
The evidence is overwhelming that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables helps prevent cancer. Cruciferous vegetables, in particular, deliver compounds that help prevent the transformation of normal cells into cancer.
10 Signs Your Partner Shouldn't be Trusted
If you're suspicious that your partner has broken your trust, it can be a heavy burden to carry around. Get at the truth by looking for these ten tell-tale signs.
Do This and Keep Your Brain Sharp
There are many reasons to take on this challenge, and mental acuity is probably at the bottom of the list. But that doesn't diminish the brain benefits it can confer.
Could You Have Knight in Shining Armor Syndrome?
Is your ideal man one who can "protect" you from the evils of the past? Or are you a guy who feels the need to "rescue" women who have been wronged? If you answered "yes" to either question, you may have Knight in Shining Armor Syndrome.
The Path to Perfect Posture
Good posture is the foundation for how the body moves, works and prospers. What exactly is good posture and how can you achieve it? Read on to become a posture perfectionist.
The Basics of Bioidentical Hormones
Bioidentical hormone therapy is often called "natural hormone therapy" because bioidentical hormones act in the body just like the hormones we produce.
Employee Fitness Programs: A Win-Win
It's hard to find time for fitness, a sensible diet, and health screenings, especially when you work full time. That is, unless health and fitness opportunities come directly to you.
What is Hemochromatosis?
Also known as hereditary hemochromatosis, the body absorbs too much iron from foods you eat. The excess iron then gets stored in your organs, especially the liver, heart, and pancreas, which over time can damage them and lead to life-threatening illnesses.
12 Natural Aphrodisiacs for Women
Having trouble getting in the mood? You can feel amorous, sexy, and ready for love without having to resort to pills or patches.
Health Concerns: How to Keep Family Updated
The Web offers many options for staying connected and keeping loved ones updated on your or your family member's health issues. These methods are fast, easy, and efficient, and you'll know your support network is right there with you as a part of your journey.
Adjust Your Family's Food Attitude
Sample these dozen healthy ideas that will help your family lead a healthier life for the long haul.
Eyebrow Plucking, Waxing, and Threading: Pros and Cons
Many would agree that no method of eyebrow shaping is perfect, but what are the pros and cons of each?
Which Vitamins Are Really Essential?
Nearly every "health-conscious" food product or dietary supplement comes with the same catchphrase: "Packed with essential vitamins and minerals." But with a vitamin existing for almost every letter of the alphabet, which ones are really essential for you?
What's to Blame for Your Bad Habits?
If you've struggled with giving up a bad habit, or trying to create a new one, don't be too hard on yourself; it's not a personal weakness or lack of self-control. Turns out, there's a whole science behind habit formation.
The Truth about Fertility Treatments
When conception becomes difficult, it can affect both partners. Read on for information about your options and how you can keep a positive perspective.
Sebaceous Cysts: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of sebaceous cysts.
Autoimmune Diseases: Frequently Asked Questions
In people with autoimmune disease, the immune system malfunctions and the body mistakenly attacks its own cells, causing a host of symptoms.
Get Fit While Spring Cleaning
Get ready to clean out the cobwebs, spruce up your space, and break a serious sweat with this power-cleaning, calorie-burning workout.
Give Your Relationship a Spring Cleanup
If your relationship's been nearly as chilly as the cold, dark winter, warm things up with these tips for a spring relationship cleanup.
Get Heart-Healthy Without Joining a Gym
Who needs a treadmill? Here are 10 smart ways to build exercise into your day with no special equipment needed.
Generic Skincare Products: As Effective as the Big Brands?
If your budget for beauty products isn't unlimited, you've probably considered generic alternatives. These formulas claim to be identical to their big-name brothers and sisters, but will they yield the same results?
Sj gren's Syndrome: What Is It, Who Gets It?
This condition occurs when a person's white blood cells damage the glands that produce moisture throughout the body. Dry eyes and mouth are typical symptoms, but the disease can trigger serious malfunctions in major organs.
Ovarian Cancer Treatment Update
The standard of care for ovarian cancer treatment has changed over time. What's the latest in the battle against this hard-to-diagnose disease?
Spring Ahead Without Falling Behind on Sleep
When Daylight Saving Time arrives, you can reset your alarm clock, your computer clock and your wall clock, but it's not so easy to reset your internal clock. These tips will help make it easier.
Pelvic Pain Syndrome: Differences between Men and Women
Chronic pelvic pain isn t just a problem for women. Plenty of men suffer from it too. What are the common sources of pelvic pain for men and women? Find out here.
7 Causes and Treatments for Sexual Discomfort
If sex hurts, a woman can find it hard to get into the mood for intimacy, her partner feels frustrated, and no one's happy. Discomfort during intercourse isn't uncommon, and, fortunately, there are effective treatments that can help you get your sex life back on track.
Could You Possibly Love Yourself Too Much?
If you're always putting yourself first without thinking of your significant other's needs, you're setting up your relationship for failure.
Lichen Sclerosus: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Learn more about this uncomfortable skin condition including who's most often affected.
How to Prevent Lapses in Judgment
Has your unconscious come to surface and forced you into a sticky, embarrassing situation? If so, worry not. There are ways to bounce back.
Frequently Ignored Cancer Symptoms
Many people only discover they have cancer when something turns up on an x-ray, ultrasound, or other routine test. Unfortunately, the disease may then be in its later (and more difficult-to-treat) stages.
Dangers of Eating at Your Desk
Are you the kind who, during lunch break, forgoes the trip across the street to the local caf and plow through lunch at your desk while never diverging from work? If so, you could be harming your health. Here's four ways you can get back on track.
9 Ways Women Can Lower Their Blood Pressure
If you're a middle-aged woman, it's especially important to keep your blood pressure under control. There are small changes you can make that will add up big when it comes to your health.
Packing on the Pounds in Your Warm House
Could the act of raising your thermostat increase your waist line as well?
Diagnosing Breast Cancer: Risk Factors and Early Detection
Why are self-breast exams less in favor, and what options do you have now for detecting breast cancer?
Do the Sexes Experience Fibromyalgia Differently?
While fibro affects people from all social statuses, races and ethnic groups, approximately 75-90 percent of fibromyalgia patients are women. But do men experience it differently? Find out here.
Want a Tan? Eat Vegetables Instead
You've heard about the health dangers of tanning booths: skin cancer and eye damage, to name just two. But if you simply can't get the desire for bronze out of your head, it's time to walk away from the tanning bed...and over to your fridge.
Is Broken Sleep a Bad Thing?
While it probably won't hurt you to experience occasional nocturnal stirrings, night after night of interrupted sleep is dangerous to your mental and physical health.
How to Keep Track of Multiple Medications
Are your daily doses making you dizzy? Handy help is here.
Avoid Getting Germs From Your Doctor's Office
Doctor's offices are full of sick people, and not all of them practice good hygiene or use common sense about keeping their germs to themselves. So, how do you avoid picking up a virus or infection while in the waiting room? Start by following these 10 tips.
The New USDA Dietary Guidelines, Decoded
All-you-can-eat buffets. Unlimited soda refills. Burgers the size of ball fields. When it comes to food, America serves it up. It's no wonder one-third of our children and two-thirds of adults are overweight or obese. Here's what you need to know to help your family eat better.
The Link between Women, Migraines, and Multiple Sclerosis
According to a study presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 2010 Annual Meeting migraines are seen in women with multiple sclerosis (MS) more often than in women without. What's the link? Read on to find out.
10 Sneaky Tips to Get Your Partner Back in Shape
Telling your partner he's gained weight is not easy. Try these 10 tips to help motivate him tactfully.
Could Pelvic Pain and Migraines Be Connected?
A recent study from the National Institutes of Health says many women who suffer from migraines also suffer with chronic pelvic pain. Is there a connection between what s going on upstairs and what s going on below the belt? Find out here.
Do Cheaters Have a Genetic Excuse?
If you partner cheats, and you find out, you re probably expecting a certain reaction like remorse, maybe, or genuine sadness. But how about if he blames his genes? Is this a valid excuse? Find out here.
Rules for Choosing the Right Underwear
Underwear is the foundation of any outfit. If you don't feel comfortable in your undergarments, you won't feel comfortable in your outfit either.
The Pros and Cons of Online Dating
More people than ever are turning to online dating to make a love connection. While a healthy relationship is a great goal to work toward, here are tips to keep in mind as you navigate your way.
Raynaud's Phenomenon: More Common Than You Think
Are your fingers and toes often cold, even when the rest of you is warm? If so, you could have a condition known as Raynaud's disease, in which there's an interruption of blood flow to specific areas of the body.
How to Be Head-to-Toe Clean
America is the land of the free and home of the brave. But when it comes to hygiene, we also tend to be the home of the over-obsessed. Here's how to remain fresh and clean without going overboard.
Today's Cancer Trends
If you're wondering whether cancer rates are going up or down, here are a few highlights from the most recent update from the National Cancer Institute.
Vaginal Discharge: What's Normal, What's Not?
When it comes to vaginal discharge, how do you know what's normal and what's not? Well, it's all a matter of color, smell, quantity, and feel.
Just Got Over Being Sick? What to Keep and What to Toss
Germs thrive in saliva, mucous, stomach acids, and other body fluids. Regardless of how good you are about personal hygiene when you're sick, chances are you're going to spew a few germs.
10 Sneaky Ways to Fit in Exercise
Spare time is at a premium these days. If you find it difficult to find time to work out, worry not; we've provided you with calorie-burning gold.
Hair Loss for Men and Women: Causes and Cures
Some causes are unavoidable: a genetic predisposition or if you're going through chemo, for instance. However, you can often take steps to avoid the loss of your luscious locks.
The Physiology of Falling in Love
New lovers attribute their passionate feelings to matters of the heart. However, scientists are unraveling the science of falling in love and linking it directly to the brain.
8 Tips for Effective Compromise
Compromise is the key to any healthy relationship. Here, 8 tips to help you help your partnership.
Can Menopause be Predicted Through a Blood Test?
Research presented at the 26th annual meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology in Rome says that measuring a woman's hormone levels with a single blood test can accurately predict the age when she'll reach menopause.
Heart Disease: A Survival Guide
Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the U.S. But heart disease is actually a category of diseases and it pays to know the different types.
Can Quitting Smoking Help Treat Depression?
In fact, a new study found an inverse relationship over time between quitting smoking and a reduction in depressive symptoms.
Keep the Romance Alive after Valentine's Day
Learn to stay tight with your sweetie year round.
Treat Depression and Lose Weight
While it's difficult to determine the exact reason, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: Treating depression helps patients lose weight.
The Truth behind "You are What You Eat"
You've heard it a million times, but the next time you hear "you are what you eat," you can be sure that the statement has been validated by numerous studies.
How to be Superwoman
Women simultaneously give their best as professionals, mothers, wives, friends, sisters, daughters, and more. They work inside and outside the home and somehow find time for everyone...except the one person who is most important: Herself.
10 Tell-Tale Signs He's Still into His Ex
Here, 10 signs that there may be trouble ahead.
Why Some Men Can't Take a Hint
Sexually aggressive men are the most likely to misread important signals.
10 Tips for Coping with a Lonely Valentine's Day
Since we can't really sleep the day away, here are a few tips for coping with Valentine's Day.
How to Help at a Loved One's Doctor's Appointment
A study at Johns Hopkins University found that Medicare beneficiaries who were accompanied to their medical appointments were more satisfied with their visits than those who went alone. How can you make the most of your companionship, beyond just being a driver?
The Sandwich Generation: Balancing Your Kids and Parents
Does a typical day for you include work, shepherding children to activities, overseeing homework, and taking your parents to the doctor? You're part of the so-called sandwich generation, "sandwiched" as you are between the responsibilities of kids and elderly relatives.
Your Nontoxic Cleanser Options
Many of the products we use on a daily or weekly basis contain dangerously high levels of toxic chemicals, some of which are linked to increased risk of cancer.
What to Do About the Body Blues
Millions of women go undiagnosed with an extremely common mood disorder called the Body Blues. Instead of showing up as sadness or depression, Body Blues are often signified by weight gain, fatigue, and a low sex drive (among other symptoms).
Add "Nature's Wonder Food" to Your Life
Packed with protein and fiber, but low in fat, this pantry must-have delivers a lot of nutrition at an affordable price.
Key to Better Balance in Elderly: Move to the Music
A program of "eurhythmics" shows results in promoting physical coordination and mental acuity in older adults.
When Your Cell Phone Causes Allergies
When talking on your cell phone for long periods of time, do you find that your cheek and ear seem to be irritated or blistered afterward? If this sounds familiar, it s not a coincidence.
12 Fixes for a So-So Sex Life
Sex life taking a downward trend? Here, a dozen ideas for how to reignite the passion.
Is Marriage Becoming Obsolete?
Fewer couples are tying the knot, but romance is still very much alive.
Work Considerations and Fibro: What You Need to Think About
Learn more about how to balance your symptoms and work-life and when to consider disability.
What Do Your Nails Say About You?
Whether you get regular manicures or never do more than give your nails a cursory cut, the fact is, they speak volumes about your hygiene and your health.
Risks and Benefits of Eating Heart-Healthy Fish
When it comes to mercury exposure from fish, what do you need to know to make the healthiest choices?
Happily Sleeping in Separate Beds?
Family therapist Allison Cohen says separate beds are not a symbol of a dysfunctional relationship if they lead to healthier interactions between couples. Instead of tearing you apart, separate beds may actually bring you closer together.
Breast Pain: What it Could Mean
Aches and pains in breasts are common and usually no cause for alarm. For some women, however, sore breasts are a sign that something more serious is going on.
Mudding: The Newest Trend in Athletic Endeavor
"Mudding" is a growing trend in which the cardiovascular demands of a long-distance run is coupled with the physical demands of a military-style obstacle course and the carefree atmosphere of a summer-time musical festival.
Calcium and Vitamin D: How Much is Too Much?
Can taking your calcium and vitamin D supplements be too much of a good thing? Some researchers say, "yes." We've waded through the research for you to help you understand when enough is enough and when it may actually be too much.
Diabetes: 10 Year Trend
Could half the country be diabetic in 10 years? Here are changes you can make now to keep this scary prediction from becoming reality.
The Top Sexual Fantasies for Men and Women
Men and women tend to entertain different sexual fantasies. Here are some common sexual fantasies for each.
Are Relationships Key to Happiness?
New research studies further qualify how the quality of the relationship affects a couple s individual happiness and health.
First Aid for Your Face: How to Treat Scars, Burns, and Pimples
It takes work to keep your face looking youthful and healthy. And minor scrapes, burns, and breakouts can sometimes undo the work. Fortunately, you can go back on track by following these tips to help speed up healing and prevent scarring.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Are You at Risk?
You may not realize that something as mundane as a car accident could put you at major risk for this disorder.
Are You Overusing Your Asthma Medication?
If you have mild asthma and take a control inhaler that contains a combination of corticosteroids and long-acting beta agonists (LABAs), you could be taking a life-threatening risk.
Can Drinking Wine Slow Down Aging?
Alcohol has long been believed to dehydrate skin, resulting in the premature appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Now, a recent study is suggesting that red wine (in moderation, of course) may do just the opposite.
Can Money Buy Happiness?
Money can't buy you love, as the song goes. But can it buy you happiness? The answer to this riddle has been the topic of extensive interest and study. The answer is yes and no.
Ovarian Cancer Survivor Found Inner Spark
As anyone with a serious illness can attest, being a part of a supportive community is critical. Now, thanks to the Internet, you can reach far beyond your little corner of the world. That's what Jennifer Wilson Cooper, two-time ovarian cancer survivor, did.
7 Tips for Better Sex This Winter
It's cold outside, so snuggle up to your sweetie! Here are seven tips for better sex this winter.
The Good Side to Getting Older
While there may be some things about aging that are less than lovable, it turns out that hitting those milestone birthdays often means there are plenty of positives to celebrate. Here are a few.
Small Steps Add Up to Big Strides in Managing Asthma
These small lifestyle changes can make a big impact in helping you manage your asthma effectively anywhere and anytime.
How Healthy is Your Sex Life?
Here's a look at six health practices and how they can affect intimacy.
How to Feel Great at 100
Here are three active steps you can take now to set yourself up to not only become a centenarian but do so in the best health possible.
10 Keys to Making New Year's Romantic
10 tips to infuse your evening with love and intimacy.
5 Resolutions for a Healthy Heart
Heart disease may be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but there are many things you can do now to avoid it.
What's Really in Your Coffee Creamer?
It probably doesn't matter what type of creamer you use, or what's on the ingredient list if you drink a cup of coffee a day. But if you drink several cups a day, and add more than the standard serving size of creamer per cup, you may be getting more fat and sugar than you bargained for.
Does Anxiety Cause Joint Pain?
Joint pain may seem to naturally result from purely physical ailments such as arthritis, but there's significant evidence that joint pain can be caused or exacerbated by mental distress.
Should Your Gynecologist be Your Primary Care Physician?
Your OBGYN has been there for you through thick and thin: from your first contraception to your last baby to even menopause. But should she also be your go-to-doctor for everything else?
Do Antiperspirants Cause Breast Cancer?
After extensive studies to determine whether this concern is founded, the National Cancer Institute and American Cancer Society have come to a conclusion.
Are Anti-Aging Creams Worth the Big Bucks?
You can't turn on the TV or open a magazine without seeing a new "revolutionary" product that promises to turn back time. Before you blow your paycheck on a 3 oz jar of anti-aging cream, be sure to understand what these treatments can really do.
Life Span Linked to Resting Heart Rate
A new study finds that heart disease patients' risk of suffering a major cardiovascular event can be measured by their resting heart rate.
Realign and Remedy Your Body with this Therapeutic Experience
This intense therapeutic experience manipulates your fascia, the connective tissue around muscles, to restructure your physique.
Anorexia Treatment Breakthrough
The disease kills about one in every 10 patients but the results of a new study could change the way they are treated and improve survival rates.
Deep Vein Thrombosis in Men: Warning Signs, How to Prevent It
Deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a very scary condition that can be fatal. What do you need to know about DVT to ensure it doesn't happen to you?
Your Recipe for Improved Memory
Which veggies promise to reduce age-related memory deficits?
Preparing for Heart Surgery
Hearing that you need heart surgery can be frightening, but knowing what you can expect the day of your operation and afterward may help ease your fears and give you back a sense of control.
Could You Have Shift Work Disorder?
Shift work disrupts our internal clock, which tells us when to eat, sleep, and be active.
Fit in Fruits and Vegetables
Eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables can feel a bit daunting, especially for busy families on the go. The good news is that it's a lot easier than you might imagine.
4 Medical Reasons Why Women Refuse Sex
For some women, it may not be all in the head.
5 Tips to Remedy Differences in Sex Drive
Here, 5 tips to keep both of you satisfied in the bedroom.
How to Cope When You Have No Health Insurance
If you've lost access to insurance, you may be wondering how you'll survive. Is there a way to get good health care even if your finances are unstable?
Why More Men Don't Use Condoms
Teenagers may be irresponsible about a lot of things, but when it comes to condom use, they're actually more careful than grownups.
Hormone Replacement Therapy and Cancer
If you're a woman using hormone replacement therapy (HRT), you may be frightened about developing cancer, but even more frightened about giving up your prescription. But hold on things might not be as scary as they seem.
Coping With Your Cancer Diagnosis
As difficult as a cancer diagnosis is, you can cope with it. Here are a few of the things you should do first after learning you have cancer.
7 Keys to a Sexual Health Check-Up
Did you know you should also have regular sexual health check-ups? At these appointments, your doctor not only can pinpoint any physical conditions early on but may be able to help with certain problems keeping you from enjoying a satisfying sex life.
Overweight and Healthy?
Growing evidence supports the theory that it is possible to be overweight and healthy, provided the individual is also fit.
Multiple Medications Danger Zone
Increases in accidental overdoses of over-the-counter, prescription, and illegal drugs are one of the fastest-rising causes of accidental death in the U.S.
Understand the Hemoglobin A1C Test
Get to know this common test, what it measures, and what percentage number means you're in good control.
How to Talk to Your Partner about Embarrassing Health Issues
Whether it's bad breath or body odor, here are some ways to ease into a conversation.
Dress for the Holidays in Comfort
You can look great without wearing uncomfortable, constricting clothing. Here's how you can be stylish and still stay comfortable.
The Differences Between the Male and Female Orgasm
All orgasms aren't created equal. Here, differences between men and women.
How to Boost Blood Circulation
Poor circulation can cause numbness, cold hands and feet, and other unpleasant symptoms. But a sluggish blood flow isn't something you have to live with. You can boost your circulation and get that blood moving through your body.
How to Protect Your Aging Knees
Your knees have a heavy load to bear. They support a good percentage of your body weight and have been doing so since you learned to walk. So it's no surprise that as you get older, your knees may experience a little (or a lot) more trouble than they used to.
Trying for a Baby? Try Not to Stress
Are you and your partner looking to start or add to your family? Don't let stress put a stop to it.
Got Stress? Read This
Chronic stress is a villain that causes a host of problems ranging from sleep and digestive disorders to depression. Stress can affect your concentration, lead to weight gain (or loss), weaken the immune system and even contribute to heart disease.
The Pros and Cons of Going on a Couple's Retreat
Getting away for some pressure-free, stress-free time with your partner sounds like a terrific idea. After all, how can two people not get along in a beautiful spot with no kids, no irritating coworkers, and no nagging bosses? Couples retreats have both pros and cons, so weigh both before you sign up
7 Secrets of the Sex-Starved Wife
Here, we reveal the truth about how she really feels.
The Dangers of Being "Skinny Fat"
What is the normal weight obesity condition and what can you do about it?
Child-Free Women at a Record High
Fewer women are having children than ever before. In fact, in 2008, 80 percent more women remained child-free by age 44, as compared to 1976. Why this remarkable downturn? And what are the health implications of not reproducing?
Freezing Off Fat: Innovative or Dangerous?
Cryolipolysis, a new technique for eliminating unwanted body fat, is quickly becoming popular. But before you rush to set up an appointment, here's what you should know.
Cellulite 101
Are your thighs and hips plagued by bumpy, cottage-cheese style skin? You're not alone. Approximately 80 percent of women suffer from cellulite. So, what can you do about this unsightly condition?
The Benefits of Finding More "You" Time
Do you crave time to yourself? More importantly, do you make time for yourself? Many people need some rejuvenating alone time and making this time a priority is one of the best things you can do to care for yourself.
Are You Just Not Interested?
If the feeling just isn't striking you, don't worry. We have the fixes to get you back in the mood.
Can Menopause Cause Asthma?
If shortness of breath and wheezing are accompanied with hot flashes and mood swings, you might have more than just menopause.
Cancer Remission and Recurrence
The goal of cancer treatment is to put the disease in remission. But cancer can recur in several different ways.
New Risk Factors Identified for Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is among the sneakiest cancers. Its symptoms can be so vague that 80 percent of women who develop it don't know they have it until it's spread to other organs. Recent studies, however, reveal new genetic clues about who's at risk.
The Pros and Cons of Dating Older Women
Without a doubt, older women bring depth and maturity to many relationships, but there can also be valid reasons to steer clear of courting a cougar.
Facing Your Retirement Fears
Does the idea of retirement scare you? Here's how to prep for this major life transition.
New Worries about the Birth Control Patch
The birth control patch has been popular since it came on the market in 2002 due to its convenience and reliability. It's also been controversial because studies have linked it to some serious health risks. Now, there are new worries.
How Diabetics Can Treat and Prevent Yeast Infections
Diabetic women are much more prone than non-diabetic women to getting yeast infections. Here's why and what to do about it.
10 Ways to Live 10 Years Younger
These simple strategies can knock a whole decade off of your outlook so you'll feel 10 years younger.
Does Your Neck Need a Special Moisturizer?
The delicate skin on your neck can reveal your true age no matter how young your face looks. But does it really need one of the dozens of specialized formulas available? And how do you choose the right one?
Don't Let Depression Ruin Your Sex Life
People with depression typically lose interest in many activities they once enjoyed, including sex. This can significantly reduce their quality of life. Because many patients are reluctant to discuss sexual problems with their physician, the problem often goes unidentified and untreated.
Gender Roles in Pain Medication Abuse
New research has now determined that men and women misuse pain medication differently.
Are Public Restrooms Making You Sick?
There are some simple steps you can take to make sure you don't become a walking biohazard, regardless of the state of the public bathroom you find yourself in.
The Menopause and "Brain Fog" Phenomenon
"Brain fog" is a common complaint of women during menopause. They feel they should be at the top of their game, but instead find themselves dropping the ball by making small errors and forgetting details like never before.
Preoperative Do's and Don'ts
Your surgeon will instruct you on a list of do s and don ts to help you get ready and minimize risks. Some surgeries have very specific instructions and your surgeon will make sure you know what to do. Many, however, include these general instructions.
How Defensiveness Benefits Men
Exhibiting defensive qualities is usually viewed as negative, but this may not always be the case for men.
Is Perfume Hazardous to Your Health?
Your favorite fragrance may be giving off more than just a nice scent.
Pain Relievers and Cancer Risk
Is it possible that certain widely-used pain relievers may have a role in cancer prevention and treatment?
10 Ways to Recapture Your Sex Appeal
If you're feeling a definite lack of sparkle and sizzle in your love life, it may just be all in your head. You can look glowing, desirable, self-confident and utterly sexy again, but it has to start with you.
Red Meat Linked to Bladder Cancer
New research links the consumption of red meat to an increased risk of bladder cancer, the tenth most common cancer in the U.S.
Kickbox Your Way to a Better Body
Kickboxing is a total-body, booty-kicking workout that's fun, makes you fast on your feet, and kicks you into the best shape of your life.
Understanding Endometriosis
If you have painful periods, irregular bleeding, pelvic pain, or have even had trouble getting pregnant, you could be among the 9 percent of American women with endometriosis.
The Pros and Cons of Perfectionism
A perfectionist is someone who constantly strives to achieve extremely high standards. You would expect perfectionism to be a good personality trait, but it usually isn t.
The Dangers of Being Cynical
Do you believe that most people will tell a lie if they think they can gain by it? If you answered yes to this question, chances are you have a bit of a cynical streak.
Is Your Partner Friends with His Ex?
You and your partner have a caring, mutually supportive relationship, except for one little sticking point: he s still friendly with his ex. You don t know whether this is perfectly healthy and natural, or whether you should call him on it. Here s how to know when it s okay and when it s not okay.
Why Is Ovarian Cancer So Deadly?
Find out what makes this form of cancer so fatal.
The Risks of Going On and Off the Pill
Some of us have been led to believe that going on and off the birth control bill is a good way to give our bodies a "break." The truth is, though, this constant "back and forth" could be harmful to our health.
Ladies: Overcome Age-Related Sexual Changes
Sure, there may be some difficulties now that you're older. But it s never too late to get your intimacy back.
What's the Hardest Year of Marriage?
Being married seems so easy at first: everything's new and fresh, from the bone china to the queen-sized comforter to "officially" sharing a last name. But at some point, the honeymoon's clearly over and you both find yourselves marveling at how tough being married can be.
DHEA Supplements: Do They Work?
Produced naturally by our bodies, the hormone DHEA has been touted as the key to longevity. And some people have begun to supplement their bodies' own DHEA with a synthetic version of the hormone. But are they effective?
The Proper Way to Wear Your Seatbelt
Seat belts save more than 13,000 lives every year in this country, but they can do so only if you wear them the right way.
What to Do If Your Breasts are Uneven
Some studies estimate that up to 88 percent of women have breast assymetry. While it's usually harmless and likely not noticeable, many women feel self-conscious nonetheless. So what can you do?
10 Tips to Boost Your Fertility for Both Sexes
If you re considering adding a bundle of joy to your family, you may be in for a surprise to find that getting pregnant isn t necessarily as easy it seems. Still, there are plenty of low-tech ways that you and your partner can increase the odds of becoming parents.
Who's More Affected by a Rocky Relationship: Men or Women?
Ask any guy and he'll tell you that he believes it's the women in his life who are the emotional or vulnerable ones. Though that may be true in some circumstances, a recent study has found that men are actually the ones who are most affected by rocky relationships.
Could You Be Taking the Wrong Medication?
Approximately 3.9 billion prescriptions were filled in 2009-and 1.7 percent of which were wrongly dispensed. This translates into 66 million drug mistakes a year.
Could You Be Allergic to Breastfeeding?
There are many benefits nursing can bring, such as a special bond with your newborn and a boost to his immune system. However, for a few women, the very act of breastfeeding can put their own health at risk.
3 Factors that Affect Birth Control Effectiveness
Your birth control method: how well does it work? Here, 3 factors that may be affecting it.
How to Blow Dry the Healthy Way
Whether you blow dry your hair daily or just for special occasions, your goal is to always look your best. But all your efforts will be in vain if you end up harming your hair.
Should You Be Worried About an Abnormal Pap Smear?
According to the National Cancer Institute, about 55 million pap smears are performed each year and of those, only 3.5 million are abnormal, requiring further medical follow-up.
What Your Voice Says About You
Do you command attention? Are you quick to get into a fight? Did you engage in sex at an early age? While these questions may seem inquisitive, various studies suggest that these queries, among others, can be answered simply by the sound of your voice.
How Your Menstrual Cycle Can Affect IBD
Most women are all too familiar with the moodiness, cravings, cramps, and bloating that coincide with their menstrual cycle. But for those suffering from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), digestive symptoms tend to get worse during this time. Find out the reasons as well as what can be done to ease your symptoms.
The Truth about Female Viagra
It sounds so perfect: a libido-boosting pill for women that would magically erase all the cares, exhaustion and worries of the day and put her in the mood for sex. But while hopes ran high for a female version of Viagra, it appears that such a medication is not yet ready for prime time.
Enriched Eggs: Are They Worth it?
Nutritionally speaking, eggs are a near-perfect food, naturally rich in high-quality protein and containing almost every essential vitamin and mineral. Still, eggs enriched with extra vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids are available in just about every supermarket.
Could Gonorrhea Be the Next Super Bug?
A drug-resistant strain makes gonorrhea difficult to treat.
Breast Lumps: Myths vs. Facts
The oft-cited but confusing statistic that one out of eight women will develop breast cancer during her lifetime creates a lot of understandable anxiety among women. The fear of finding a lump, even if it's not cancerous, just adds to the stress. Here are a few of the common myths about breast lumps.
What You Should Know About Tubal Ligation
Sometimes called female sterilization or "getting your tubes tied," tubal ligation is a surgical technique that prevents a man's sperm from reaching a woman's egg thus preventing pregnancy. If you're considering this procedure, there are key factors you should consider.
9 Ways to Make Your Hands Look Younger
Do your hands look 10 years older than your face? It s not surprising the delicate skin is under constant attack from the sun, harsh agents, and constant use. Try these lifestyle changes to keep your hands feeling young.
8 Bad Skin Habits to Break
If your skin looks duller, older, and more uneven than it should, bad choices could be to blame. Break these common habits to bring out big improvements from head to toe.
7 Mammogram Guideline Questions Answered
In late 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) created a brouhaha among cancer organizations, physicians, women's advocacy groups, and patients when it released its updated mammography screening recommendations. Here are the highlights from these guidelines.
The 411 on the Morning-After Pill
When accidents happen, there s a backup plan.
Everything You Need to Know about Pap Smears
The Pap smear, or Papanicolaou test, looks for abnormal changes on the cells of the cervix that may indicate cervical cancer.
Gene Sequencing: What it Can Reveal
Genomics can map out the exact sequence of a person's DNA to come up with a comprehensive picture of that person's future health risks.
7 Ways to Banish Bloat
No matter how dedicated you ve been to your diet and exercise routine, bloating can still strike. Here, seven ways to banish it.
5 Tips to Avoid Armpit Stains
While sweating is an essential function that helps your body stay cool, you don't have to walk around with armpit stains on all your shirts.
Could Fluctuating Hormones Be the Cause of Your Bloating?
Bloating is never pleasant, but uncomfortable and irritating. Not only is bloating caused by foods and stress, but can also be induced by hormones. Find out how this happens and what you can do to prevent it.
How Well Do You Understand Perimenopause?
Why does menopause get all the attention when it's actually perimenopause that brings those infamous symptoms? Here's a rundown of the time leading up to menopause.
Should You Break Up with Your Partner?
Here, warning signs that show you when it's time to call things off.
Put Together the Perfect Pre-Sex Meal
Here, ingredients for the perfect pre-sex meal and how to choose the menu for a love-fest feast.
Are Tampons Really that Dangerous?
Tampons are among the most popular feminine hygiene products. But rumors claim they contain asbestos, rayon, and dioxin-chemicals that are associated with cancer, Toxic Shock Syndrome, and other serious health risks. But are these fears realistic?
How to Beat the Post-Baby Sexual Slump
How new moms can rev up an appetite for romance.
7 Hairstyles That Make You Look Younger
Does your 'do need some youthful invigoration? If so, try these tips for rolling back the clock on your tresses.
The Link Between Processed Meat and Ovarian Cancer
Health experts have long linked processed foods, such as hot dogs, sausages, and most lunchmeats to many forms of cancers, including esophageal, lung, pancreatic, stomach, colorectal, endometrial, and prostate. Now they ve added ovarian cancer to the list.
6 Rules for Washing Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are some of the healthiest foods you can eat unless they're contaminated with dirt, pesticides, or harmful bacteria. So before you take your first bite, make sure you follow these six steps.
Just Tested Positive? Should You Blame Your Partner?
Don't be so fast to assume it's your partner who is responsible for your STD.
Allergy Shots and Pregnancy: A Safe Combination?
You may be worried about mixing allergy shots and pregnancy and wonder if this practice will put your unborn child in any danger.
Smoking and Quitting: Gender Differences
When it comes to smoking, and quitting, men and women are different. Understanding the distinctions can give you a leg up when you're ready to face the difficult task of quitting.
7 Ways to Treat Sexual Pain after Menopause
When sex hurts after menopause, you'll look for guidance. Here, tips for how to make intercourse feel good once again.
The Science Behind Nosebleeds
Most of the time, a bloody nose is just a messy nuisance. Occasionally, however it can signal more serious medical conditions.
What Does Your Doctor Look for in a Doctor?
Too many of us find a doctor by picking one randomly from a list of practitioners who accept our insurance. Or we simply choose someone close to our home.
Predicting Heart Disease in Women
As part of the American Heart Association's focus on women and heart health, the organization initiated new guidelines in 2007 to help doctors evaluate women's risk factors for cardiac disease. Three years later, how well are these guidelines working?
What Your Urine Says About Your Health
Few people pay much attention to their urine, but the truth is, it can tell you a lot about your health. For example, if you have kidney stones, diabetes, or certain forms of cancer, the first clue is often is often in the urine.
Age-Related Sexual Changes in Men and Women
A lot changes when you age. Here, the sexual changes you and your partner may experience.
Fitness Secrets of Celebrity Moms
One day they're pregnant and the next, they're movie star slim again. How do Julia, Halle, and others do it? Read on to discover how celebrities get fit so fast after becoming new moms.
Health Risks of Depression during Pregnancy
If you suffer from depression and plan to become pregnant, you may be understandably concerned about the effect of depression and treatment on your unborn child.
The 4 Stages of the Sexual Response
Ever wonder why sex feels so good? Here s what happens to your body when you make love.
Are You at Risk for Endometrial Cancer?
Endometrial cancer is the most common gynecological cancer in women over 45, and the fourth most common cancer in women. When detected and treated early, however, endometrial cancer patients have extremely good survival odds.
Diabetes and Birth Control
Which option is best for for you? Read on to find out.
10 Reasons Why Women Love to Gossip
Despite what you might think, talking about others has its benefits.
5 Ways your TV is Slowly Killing You
Research suggests that your TV-viewing habit can be a deadly pastime.
11 Tips for Online Dating
Learn how to get into online dating and get the results you desire.
How to Share a Health Secret with Your Partner
How and when is essential to communicating sensitive information.
When Should You Worry About a Yeast Infection?
Yeast infections can be annoying, irritating, and itchy, but are they dangerous? Well, not usually. Find out when you should be worried.
Aspirin and Breast Cancer Survival
An easy way to help prevent breast cancer and increase survival in breast cancer patients may be as close as your medicine cabinet. Two new studies add to the growing body of evidence that aspirin could possibly play a role inhibiting the development and recurrence of breast cancer.
Mary Tyler Moore: Living with Diabetes
How one celebrity copes and thrives.
Herpes: The STD You Already Have
A guide to preventing a herpes outbreak.
Personality Type and Work Stress
You've seen him or her at work: aggressive, racing against the clock, competitive, always multitasking. The typical type A personality type. Recently, experts have examined whether personality type plays a role in workplace stress. They found personality type did, and didn't, correlate to stress.
The G-Spot: Myth or Reality?
The G spot. What is it and where is it? More importantly, does it even exist?
Is Your Perfume Working For or Against You?
Make sense of your scents. Make perfume or cologne work for you.
Keys to a Stress-Free Mother's Day
Relationships with mothers and stepmothers can be very confusing, but don t give up. Aim to find common ground.
How to Beat a Bad Hair Day
Hair not cooperating? Before you reach for a hat, try these tips from stylist Jocelyn Dunnavant to tackle your particular problem.
5 Sex Mistakes All Men Make
If you ve been with a few women, you may think you know a lot about sex. But with some bedroom experience you soon learn that what is a turn on for one woman is a deal-breaker for another. Good sex means using your brain as much as your body.
5 Common Pelvic Disorders
Read on for a rundown of the most common pelvic problems so that you can recognize a problem before it becomes too severe.
Could You Really Be "Bored to Death"?
Boredom may be shaving years off of your life, scientists have found.
Do Nice Guys (and Girls) Always Finish Last?
It s possible to be too nice, experts say.
Female Complications and Diabetes
Women must deal with some complications that men don t. Here, the diabetes complications no one talks about.
How to Eliminate Dandruff for Good
If your itchy scalp is leaving snow on your shoulders, you'll be happy to know that most dandruff problems are simple to tackle.
How to Date in the Technology Age
The right and wrong way to enhance your romance with texting, email and social networking sites.
Slow Down the Clock With Exercise
Your cardio-respiratory fitness level decreases more rapidly after age 45. Fortunately, there are ways to slow down this decline and maintain a higher fitness level throughout middle age and your senior years.
Are You and Your Partner Sexually Compatible?
How to determine if you two would have a red hot love life.
Can Friends with Benefits Stay Friends?
It works for some people, but not for the long haul.
Are SSRIs Safe during Pregnancy?
Recent studies have raised concern about the safety of antidepressants in women who are, or hope to become, pregnant.
The First Date: 8 Terrific Topics for Conversation
Want to have a great evening together? Here s what to talk about.
How to Build a Better Date: For Singles and Couples
How to whip up the perfect recipe for a stress-free and enjoyable evening.
Sex Your Way to a Healthier Heart
Sex has innumerable benefits, and growing evidence is proving that improved heart health is one of them.
50 Years with The Pill: What We Now Know
Read on to learn what half a century has brought us in terms of what we know about this widely used method of contraception.
Muscle Cramps: What You Should Know
What causes muscle cramps in the first place, and how can they be avoided?
Fertility Drugs and Uterine Cancer
There are numerous causes of infertility and almost as many treatments. Some women are concerned that pursuing infertility treatments may increase their risk for uterine cancer. If you ve taken, or are considering, infertility treatments, here s what you need to know.
The Difference between Sexual and Emotional Intimacy for Women
When it comes to sex, women and men truly do seem to inhabit different planets.
The Benefits of Sexercise
Killer abs may not be linked to better sex, but another body part is.
Lifestyle Changes to Make After a Hysterectomy
By making the following changes to your diet, fitness, and even bedroom behaviors, you can enjoy great health in this new stage of your life.
6 Sex Mistakes Women Make
Learn how to get it right when you want easier intimacy with the guy in your life.
The Life Cycle of the Vagina
Just like other parts of a woman's body, the vagina changes over the course of her lifetime. Here, a step-by-step account of these changes, from birth to menopause.
How to Combat Menstrual Migraines
Learn more about this common condition, plus get tips on how to ease the pain.
What's Killing Your Sex Drive?
Your sex drive s not gone, it just needs revving up. Rekindle romance in your relationship.
The Science of Kissing
Can kissing help you pick a compatible mate? Studies say it could.
10 Unwritten Rules of Flirtation
Kindle a romance by knowing when to smile and when to start up a conversation.
Marriage Could Ward Off Depression
Taking part in a healthy marriage may make you happier in all aspects of your life.
How to Get Out of the Same Old, Same Old" Sexual Blues?
Stuck in a sexual rut? Read these tips to rev up your sex life with your partner.
How to Cope With Cold Sores
Read on to find out how to soothe your cold sore symptoms, or reduce your outbreaks altogether.
Stay Hydrated in Indoor Heat
If you think dehydration only occurs outside during the summertime, you're sorely mistaken.
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Diabetics
Here s how to treat and prevent an annoying and painful occurrence.
Trouble Pleasing Your Partner? Get Back on Track
You'll both experience sexual satisfaction when you tell each other what feels good.
7 Signs of Ovarian Cysts
Ovarian cysts are common for women during childbearing years, but most never realize they have them. Occasionally one can rupture, though, causing severe pain and serious side effects.
Back Pain and PMS
Back pain is one of the more common symptoms of PMS, and can range from a small ache to debilitating pain.
Don't Let Winter Wreak Havoc on Your Hair
Try these everyday tips to minimize frizz, breakage, and dryness.
Could Birth Control Change a Woman s Taste in Men?
The hormones in oral contraceptives may make boyish-looking guys more attractive to women.
What to Look for in a Winter Moisturizer
Here, 10 tips for finding a moisturizer that will get rid of the dryness, itchiness, and redness that is all-too-common in the winter months.
Heart Attack Rates Increasing for Women
Although middle-age men still have higher rates of heart attacks and heart disease than middle-age women, a recent study suggests that the gap might be closing.
High-Fiber Diets May Interfere with Ovulation
Studies suggest that a fiber-filled diet may cause problems for women wishing to conceive.
Expert Advice: Pregnancy and Depression
Postpartum depression is a common, and troublesome, occurrence. Psychologist Debra Warner explores the issue in her weekly column.
5 Signs of Uterine Fibroids
Approximately 75 percent of women will develop uterine fibroids during or after her childbearing years—but most will never realize they have them.
How to Manage a Woman's Stress
Sometimes it's as simple as just listening and offering her a warm hug. When your woman is feeling stressed, here's how to help.
STDs: Myths vs. Facts
Here s all you need to know--and why you need to talk to your teen.
Innocent Behaviors That Lead to Death
Innocent behaviors such as social drinking, dieting, and relieving back pain through a doctor-prescribed medication can unsuspectingly be a gateway to harmful behavior for some people and ultimately death.
Liquid Bras: Help or Hype?
Can this latest type of lingerie really work wonders on tired, sagging breasts?
Could You Be Addicted to Your Lip Balm?
If you never leave the house without a tube of lip balm or can't even count the number of times you apply it each day, you may have an unhealthy attachment.
Gender Communication Styles and Emotional Discomfort
Find out how communication breakdowns can cause real emotional issues down the road.
Could Douching Be Dangerous?
When it really comes down to it, how safe is this popular cleansing routine?
The 5 Worst Reasons for a Break-Up
Five classic excuses that scream insincerity.
5 Reasons for Irregular Periods
Read on for five things that could be throwing your period out of whack.
8 Ways to Combat Winter Skin
Trick your body into thinking it's spring with these eight moisture-preserving ideas.
The Truth about Emotional Affairs
The disturbing truth about emotional affairs is that they re harder on a marriage than purely physical flings.
Should You Fire Your Gynecologist?
No woman looks forward to her gynecological exam, but if an appointment feels more uncomfortable than usual or your doctor is overly judgmental, it may be time to look elsewhere.
Is Mineral Makeup the Answer?
Is mineral makeup worth all the hype? Check out these FAQs to find out.
10 Tips to Remedy Communication Problems
When the two of you can t hear what the other one is saying, you may need to address your communication skills.
10 Ways to Make Exercise a Habit
We've got 10 tips to make exercise a habit you'll never want to break.
Mammograms: Traditional Versus Digital
Until recently, the traditional mammogram was the gold standard for breast cancer screening. Today, digital mammograms are also an option. Which is better?
Why Do Men Die Sooner?
A married couple who live in the same house, eat the same foods, and engage in the same activities should have life expectancies that are equal, shouldn't they?
The Link between Your Weight and Personality Disorders
Studies show that overweight women were at a greater risk of antisocial, paranoid, and avoidant personality disorders.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Menopause Symptoms
Talking to your doctor about menopause can help ease your symptoms and make for an easier transition into this new stage of life.
Fruits and Veggies May Cut Colorectal Cancer Risk
There's more reason than ever to get your daily five servings.
Can Overeating Affect Your Sex Drive?
Food and sex are two of life's great pleasures. However, sustained overeating leads to unwanted weight gain. This often produces unexpected consequences such as squelching your interest in sex.
Improve Your Sex Life with These Hot Spots
The body s sexy zones can be just about anywhere you can reach.
New Ways to Get Your Vegetables
Looking for new ways to factor some greenery into your diet? If so, read on.
6 Quick Hair Loss Treatments
Hair restoration and hair implants can take a while to make a difference when you're balding. These quick hair loss treatments provide short-term relief.
The Great Mammogram Debate
When it comes to rules about getting mammograms, who's right?
Does Being a Workaholic Jeopardize Your Health?
Recognize the signs of being a workaholic and learn what to do to protect your health.
Why Not to Settle in a Relationship
Don t let life s stresses tempt you to settle in love. Give and take, yes. Settle, no.
5 Ways to Say Goodbye to Stretch Marks
Certain products and procedures can help to significantly minimize the appearance of this common cosmetic problem.
Can Hormone Replacement Therapy Cut Your Colorectal Cancer Risk?
Learn about a surprising side effect of this common therapy.
The Dangers of a Sexless Marriage
If you and your spouse are in a sexless union, you might need some relationship Rx.
Is the HPV Vaccine Safe?
The health benefits outweigh the side effects, experts say.
The Dangers of Smoking in Women
Studies are giving gals even more reason to put out that cigarette for good.
3 Health Mistakes Smart People Make
Even if you buy organic food, go for regular runs, and stay far away from smokers, your best efforts are going to be in vain if you commit certain slip-ups.
9 Healthy Reasons to Get a Massage
Sure a massage feels good (great, actually), but did you know it can have a host of health benefits, too?
Sex after Breast Cancer
Emotions run high after recovering from breast cancer and rightfully so. Here, a guide to coping with changes in body image and treatment-related sexual problems.
Could Your Purse Be Behind Your Back Pain?
Find out how a hefty handbag can harm your health.
Why Some Women Cannot Reach Orgasm
You may be pleasantly surprised to learn how easy it is.
Does the Pill Work for Overweight Women?
Can your weight determine the effectiveness of your oral contraceptive? Read on to find out.
Could Abstinence Make the Heart Grow Fonder?
In some instances, refraining from sex may benefit your love life.
Could You Be Lacking These 5 Essential Nutrients?
Read on to find out where you're skimping and how you can get more disease-busting power into your meals.
Depression During Menopause: Causes and Solutions
Here's what you can do to stay emotionally healthy during this important period of your life.
How Lying to Your Doctor Can Harm Your Health
Do you really need to be completely honest with your doctor? The answer may surprise you.
Could You Be Allergic to Sex?
An uncommon condition in some women causes itching and burning during intimacy, but fortunately, it is treatable.
How to Be a Smart Snacker
Follow these tips to make smart snacking a part of your daily routine.
5 Ways to Nix Nighttime Nibbling
Eating a late-night snack before bedtime may not only pack on unwanted pounds; it could keep you up at night with indigestion and even set off episodes of heartburn.
Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: A Sign of a Clotting Disorder?
If you ve had heavy periods your entire life, you may blame it on bad luck or bad genetics. The truth is, excess bleeding could be a sign of something more: a clotting disorder.
Can HPV Cause Non-Cervical Cancers?
In 2006, the Food and Drug Administration approved Gardisall, a vaccination to prevent cervical cancer. We know for a fact that HPV human papilloma virus causes cervical cancer. Although less common, HPV can also cause other cancers as well.
Diabetes and the Increased Risk of Breast Cancer
Study sheds new light on the diabetes and breast cancer link.
Childless Women Diagnosed with Arthritis Earlier
Here, how reproductive capabilities can affect your diagnosis of this common condition.
Why Do Women Have More Sleep Problems Than Men?
You'd think that with the work they put into their day, sleep would come easily. The truth is, that's when the tossing and turning begins.
Could You Have Endometriosis?
If you've been experiencing pelvic pain or irregular bleeding, you could be suffering from a condition that affects 5 to 10 percent of all women.
Early Menopause May Double Stroke Risk
A University of Michigan School of Public Health study has uncovered some startling findings.
Why Partners Cheat and What to Do About It
If your partner or you cheat, don t assume that it s over between the two of you. See the incident as a wake up call.
Men and Women: How Emotions Are Perceived
Despite our modern American society, experts say emotions are perceived differently.
Cholesterol and Alzheimer's: What's the Link?
Studies are showing that even borderline high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of developing this degenerative disease.
5 Things You Need to Know about Egg Donation
Egg donation provides couples with infertility other options to have a child. Learn more about how egg donation works.
How Do I Handle Making More Money Than My Male Partner?
Men and women need to get some Income Etiquette no matter who makes more money!
Why Men Won't Commit
Genetics may be why some guys get cold feet.
A Heart-Healthy Reason to Breastfeed
Research shows that women who nurse have a lower incidence of cardiac disease.
4 Pains You Should Never Ignore
When is pain a sign that something might be seriously wrong? Here, four pains you should never shrug off.
Could Osteoporosis Run in Your Family?
In general, you can greatly reduce your risk of osteoporosis by eating the right foods and getting plenty of exercise. But for some people, this may not be enough.
No-Period Pills: Are They Safe?
Is this method safe, or does it go against the natural course of nature?
Who Ages Faster: Women or Men?
In so many ways, women and men couldn't be more different. But what about when it comes to aging?
Private Affairs: Why Do People Cheat?
Here, the facts and myths surrounding why couples are unfaithful.
Pregnancy and Diabetes: 7 Things You Should Know
Today pregnancy and diabetes is more manageable than in previous decades. Here are seven essential things you should know to protect your health and have a healthy baby.
Does Menopause Have to Disrupt Your Life?
Whether you re experiencing hot flashes, mood swings, insomnia (or all three), here s how to talk to your doctor about finding relief.
How Can I Recover from My Relationship Slip-Ups?
Don t speak first and think later. Here are some tips for those times when your reactions rule.
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging for Breast Cancer
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging, or thermography, may be the best breast cancer screening tool you ve never heard of.
The Worst Foods for Your Skin
What your dinner plate looks like plays a big role in what your skin looks like.
Varicose Veins: Causes and Cures
Learn about common causes of varicose veins, plus get a leg up on possible treatment options.
Are You Addicted to Tanning Beds?
It's not possible to be addicted to tanning...is it?
The Perils of High Heels
Sky-high stilettos may be fashionable, but podiatrists advocate more down-to-earth footwear.
Side Effects of the Birth Control Pill and the Patch
An overview of the side effects of the birth control pill and the birth control patch.
Is PMS Ruining Your Relationships?
If every month brings mood swings, meltdowns, and migraines, you may not be the only one who s suffering. Your loved ones may be, too.
Probiotics and Pregnancy
New study indicates that ingesting probiotics during pregnancy prevents obesity.
How Do I Stop Falling in Love So Quickly?
Postpone those candlelight dinners and sex too soon. The flame and the rush can trick you into falling in love quickly and too often with the wrong person.
Is Viagra Safe for Women?
Without a sexual performance drug for women many are turning to the number one sex enhancer on the market, Viagra. But is it safe for women?
Expert Q&A: Is My Sex Life Normal?
Victoria Zdrok, Ph.D., answers a reader's question about whether his sex life with his wife is normal.
Too Tired for Sex? How to Put the Pep Back Into Your Step
Are you feeling too tired for sex? Survey after survey shows that busy couples are choosing sleep over sex. Try these tips to reawaken your love life.
Sex after Menopause
Is there sex after menopause? You bet, say doctors and sexual health educators.
Pregnancy and Neonatal Lupus
A look at pregnancy and neonatal lupus. Get information and tips on how to have a healthier pregnancy.
Expert Q&A: Treatment Options for Herniated Discs
Orthopedic and spinal surgeon Dr. Sean McCance answers a reader's question about herniated discs.
How to Make a Long-Distance Relationship Work
Can long-distance relationships work? For millions of modern couples, they do.
Should You Get a Bone Mineral Density Test?
A bone mineral density (BMD) can help detect osteoporosis in its early stages so that treatment can begin. At what age should you get this important test, and how often should it be repeated? Get the facts here.
Why Alcohol Affects Women More Than Men
Sure, many women have small frames so they can t process alcohol as quickly as men, but the reasons women get drunker quicker go deeper than that.
Higher Risk for New Moms of Multiples
Statistics show that up to 15 percent of women report moderate to severe depression after their babies are born. But for mothers of multiples, the numbers and the problems can be even bigger.
Is it PMS or Something More?
Do you ever feel so angry, irritable, or sad during the days leading up to your period that it affects your ability to lead a normal life? If so, read on.
Can Cranberries Prevent Urinary Tract Infections?
If you've ever had a urinary tract infection (UTI), you're all too familiar with the painful symptoms. But can a diet rich in cranberries or cranberry juice prevent a UTI?
10 Summer Sleep Tips
Learn how to get a better night's sleep during the hottest nights of the year.
Which Nuts Are the Healthiest?
Numerous studies have confirmed that people who eat nuts several times a week enjoy better heart health and protection from some serious diseases.
Emotional Intelligence Means Better Sex for Women
New study suggests that women with high emotional intelligence get more enjoyment from sex.
6 Birth Control Rumors Explored
What you don t know can hurt you. Here we clear up some contraception confusion.
15 Ways to Prevent Back Pain
Although back pain is common, it doesn't have to be inevitable. Follow these easy tips to reduce your risk.
Is Sex During Pregnancy OK?
Get the truth about sex during pregnancy.
Can the Cervical Cancer Vaccine Benefit Older Women?
Although the recently developed cervical cancer vaccine has been heavily marketed to young women and teen girls, it hasn t gained a foothold among the population of older women. But, that may soon be changing.
How to Leave an Abusive Relationship
Many women find it difficult to leave an abusive relationship. Here are 13 ways to make the break easier.
Health After 40: What You Need to Know
Get the answers to your most pressing questions about health after 40.
7 Exams Every Post-Menopausal Woman Should Have
Follow our head to toe guidelines for health screenings after menopause.
Will Soy Help or Harm You?
See how far the benefits of this disease-fighting protein can go besides promoting bone health and rich nutrition.
Natural Relief For Menstrual Cramps
Some studies suggest that 90 percent of women experience menstrual cramps, and 10 percent have it so bad that they re stuck in bed for days.
Can a Bad Marriage Affect Your Health?
New study finds that a bad marriage takes a toll on a woman s health increasing their risk of heart disease and diabetes.
3 Surprising Factors that Affect Female Orgasms
Still in search of the big "O"? Learn about the surprising factors that affect female orgasms.
Cheap and Free Plastic Surgery Alternatives
More consumers seeking out cheap or free plastic surgery alternatives as the economy sags.
Breaking from Dating May Spell Disaster
How long of a break from dating should you take between a break up? Find out here.
Sex and PMS: A Good Match?
You may not want to think about sex when PMS symptoms take over. But sex may be just what you need.
What You May Not Know About Postpartum Depression
Being a new mom is tough. If you're feeling bummed instead of elated over your bundle of joy, know that you're not alone and that there's help.
Can Yoga Improve Your Sex Life?
Study finds that yoga and mindfulness meditation can improve the sex lives of women.
5 Healthiest Summer Habits
It's summertime and the living is easy. But this hottest of seasons can bring with it special health risks, including food poisoning and insect-borne diseases.
Is Your Relationship Ready for Marriage?
Here, a guide for how to know you are in love and have chosen the right person to marry.
10 Health Benefits of Having Sex
The word is out sex can be great for your health in more ways than you can imagine.
Hormone Replacement Therapy and Colon Cancer
There may be a new way to reduce your risk.
Why Mastectomies are on the Rise
After 20 years of treating breast cancer with less invasive techniques such as a lumpectomy, the pendulum has swung in the opposite direction. Now, many women are opting to have both breasts removed after they develop cancer in one breast. If you are facing breast cancer, here s what you should know.
Eating Your Way to Healthy Hair
Fruits, vegetables, and even buffalo can help you realize success with your tresses.
Ovarian Cancer: What You Need to Know
From symptoms to treatments, here's a rundown of what every woman should know.
How to Make Sense of Miscarriage
A miscarriage can be a devastating event. Here, we explain the basics behind it.
Managing Space in Relationships
Psychologist and relationship expert Dr. LeslieBeth Wish answers a reader's question about maintaining distance in a healthy partnership.
What's the Latest in Birth Control?
Now, hormonal contraception comes in a patch, vaginal ring, injection and IUDs, providing more options than ever.
Menopause and Sex
When you re going through menopause, sex may take a backseat to coping with hot flashes, mood swings, and other menopause symptoms. Learn how to cope and keep your sex life alive.
5 Must-Read Tips for Working Mothers
Read on for five tips on how to manage your career and motherhood--while still leaving some time for yourself.
Do Pheromones Work?
Some researchers believe the connection between human pheromones and attraction is nothing to scoff at.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Your Period
Do you have to have your period every month? Are premenstrual symptoms and premenstrual syndrome the same thing? Here, five things you didn't know about your time of the month.
Exercise and Breast Cancer
You know exercise is good for your heart, but did you know it also plays an important role in preventing and treating breast cancer?
Long-term Relationships: How to Keep the Romance Alive
Researchers say, despite commonly held beliefs, romance can thrive in long-term relationships. Find out how.
What Do Women Really Want in a Partner?
It turns out that women aren t looking for just a pretty face when it comes to choosing a mate. What researchers have discovered will surprise you.
Signs of Healthy Workplace: How Does Yours Measure Up?
Work and money are the leading causes of stress for 75 percent of Americans. While companies that invest in employees significantly outperform the market, not all employers are taking the hint.
Genetic Screening: Discovering Your Cancer Risk
Are you at higher risk for cancer because of your genes?
Prevent Ovarian Cancer: What You Can Do
This silent disease is more common than you may think.
Could You Have a Thyroid Problem?
Find out if your heart palpitations and hot flashes are sign of something serious.
Why Should You Lift Weights?
Want to lose weight or ward off depression? Start lifting.
Women and Heart Scans
Can this controversial yet useful technology one day knock heart disease from its spot as the leading killer of American women?
How to Not Look Tired Even If You Are
With a few tricks, everyone will think you got a full eight hours.
The Facts About Workplace Depression
More than 200 million days of work are missed each year due to employee depression. Get the whole story here.
Alcohol and Heart Health
As with most other substances we consume, alcohol can be harmful in excess and beneficial in moderation, especially when it comes to heart health.
Pregnancy and Depression: What You Need to Know
Here's what you need to know about this crucial topic.
What Does Your Family's Health History Mean For Your Health?
You exercise, eat right, get plenty of sleep, and avoid excess stress. Complete your health puzzle by learning your family's health history.
Can A Simple Blood Test Predict Postpartum Depression
A service of The National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health reports that a study has been published suggesting that measuring the levels of hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy may predict whether a woman is likely to develop postpartum depression or not.
Manage Your Asthma to Ensure a Healthy Pregnancy
If you ve always wanted to have a baby but are worried that your asthma may get in the way, then you ll be glad to know that today, most women with asthma are able to have very healthy pregnancies. Some of the latest research shows that the key to success is continuing to manage your symptoms throughout the nine months in order to ensure the best outcome for both you and your baby.
5 Ways Sex Can Kill You
Sure, sex is enjoyable, but could it turn deadly? Find out here.
Sleep Your Way to a Healthier Heart
Getting quality shut-eye may benefit you more than you ever thought.
In Search of the Right Multivitamin
Follow these guidelines to solve the multivitamin mystery.
How to Manage Heartburn During Pregnancy
Approximately 50 percent of pregnant women will experience heartburn. Learn how to find relief.
How Can Women Achieve Optimal Digestive Health?
A few simple changes can make a big difference.
5 Strategies to Prevent Heart Disease
It's the number one killer of women, but with the right lifestyle changes, you can significantly reduce your risk.
Women and Heart Disease: What's the Link?
Find out why women are at such a high risk for heart disease.
Preventing Heart Disease in Women
Find out what you can do to prevent the number one killer of American women.
4 Alternative Medicines for Cholesterol
When your total cholesterol level climbs above 240, it s time to take action to decrease your risk for a stroke or a heart attack.
10 Dead-of-Winter Fitness Motivators
Follow these tips to keep your fitness levels up when temperatures drop.
Healthy Teeth and Living Longer: What s the Connection?
Clean teeth and healthy gums might be your first line of defense against other diseases. Learn more.
Top Drugs' Strange Side Effects
Feeling weird? Your over-the-counter or prescription drug could be to blame.
10 Best Tips That Moms Give
You might not have known it when you were young, but according to health experts, Mom was right all along.
10 Biggest Myths About Sex
When it comes to intimacy, misinformation abounds. Here, we put the 10 biggest sexual myths to bed.
10 Fattest Jobs in America for Men and Women
Sure, your diet and exercise schedules can contribute to your weight. But who knew that your job could, too?
10 Strangest Beauty Tips of All Time
Slathering your face with glue? Swathing your thighs in Saran Wrap? Ladies, don't try these tips at home.
10 Surefire Signs of Road Rage
Do you find yourself speeding, honking, or constantly changing lanes? If so, you may have road rage. Read on to spot the top 10 signs.
10 Things No One Ever Tells You About Your Health
You might not hear these tips at the doctor's office, but they could help you live a longer, healthier life.
17 Slim-Down Secrets That Really Work
Tired of fad diets and bad weight-loss advice? These little-known secrets can help you shed big pounds.
22 Ways to Predict Your Life Span
Will you live to a ripe old age? Read on to calculate your odds.
3 Secrets Your Doctor Isn't Spilling
What you don't know could hurt you.
5 Amazing Breakthroughs Discovered by Accident
These five accidents changed what makes you sick and how you're treated when you go to the doctor or hospital.
5 Things No One Tells You About Pregnancy
Here, we reveal some little-known facts about what to expect when you're expecting.
5 Ways to Boost Your Odds of Getting Pregnant
These five tips may help increase your chances of getting pregnant.
6 Ways to Fend Off an Attacker
These important tips could help you escape a dangerous situation.
7 Diseases Doctors Often Miss
Every year, millions of Americans are misdiagnosed. Find out when you should get a second opinion.
7 Ways to Ruin a Relationship
Looking to keep your love alive? Avoid these missteps at all costs.
7 Worst Workplace Behaviors
From gossip and bullying to chronic lateness, we reveal seven things you should never do on the job.
5 Scariest Modern Health Risks
Could today's innovations be hazardous to your health? Read on to get the real story.
8 Ways to Prevent Osteoporosis
Follow these steps to reduce your risk of developing this degenerative bone disease.
Bladder Leakage: Why the Embarrassment?
As common as the condition is, many women insist on keeping quiet about it. Here, we explore the reasons why.
Breast Augmentation 101
It's America's most popular cosmetic surgery, but how much do you really know about breast enlargement? Learn more now.
Can Working the Night Shift Make You Sick?
Late-shift workers put themselves at risk for certain illnesses. Is there anything they can do to protect their health?
Could You Have an STD--But Not Know It?
Sexually transmitted diseases can be hard to spot; in fact, some may have no symptoms at all. Here, how to pinpoint and prevent the three most common offenders.
Dispelling the Top 8 Bladder-Leakage Myths
When it comes to bladder leakage, many myths abound. Here, we separate fact from fiction.
Heartburn During Pregnancy
Tired of that burning feeling in your chest? Find out how to relieve heartburn during pregnancy.
Help Protect Yourself Against Breast Cancer
Find out how you can reduce your risk of acquiring this disease.
How to Survive a Shark Attack
If you're approached by a shark, is it better to play dead or fight back? Find out here.
Hysterectomy 101
It's the second most common surgery for American women. But how much do you really know about the procedure? Learn more now.
Is 70 the New 30?
Think you're too old to accomplish something? Follow these tips to defy your age and live a longer, healthier life.
Mommy Makeovers
Find out why more and more women are turning to cosmetic surgery to regain their pre-pregnancy figures.
10 Weirdest Facts About the Human Body
Think you know everything about the human body? Check out 10 bizarre facts you didn't learn in anatomy class.
The 3 Scariest Mistakes That Doctors Make
Simple screw-ups are a part of life, but in medicine, these mistakes can be fatal. Learn how to protect yourself.
The 8 Most Embarrassing Health Problems--Fixed
From head to toe, we explore symptoms and solutions for some of the most awkward health conditions.
The Best and Worst Health Tips Ever
Eating breakfast? Absolutely. Sunbathing? Not so much. Read on as we uncover the best and worst health advice.
The Importance of a Voiding Schedule
Implementing a schedule for going to the bathroom is an important part of treating urge incontinence.
The Top 5 Weight-Lifting Myths for Women--Busted
Afraid weight lifting will make you look like Arnold Schwarzenegger? It won't. Here, we debunk other weight-lifting myths.
7 Lifestyle Tips For Better Bladder Control
Simple lifestyle changes can help you to better manage your condition.
Understanding Birth Control Options
Consider these factors to help determine which contraceptive method is right for you.
Understanding Prolapse
As many as 30 percent of women suffer from this pelvic condition. Here, a look at prolapse, from symptoms to treatments.
Understanding STDs
About one in every four people has a sexually transmitted disease (STD), and many don't even know it. Find out how to protect yourself.
What's Causing Your Headaches?
Plagued by painful headaches? Find out how to pinpoint their source so you can prevent and treat them.
Is Your Beauty Routine Toxic?
Buyer beware. Ingredients in some of these popular cosmetic products have been linked to dangerous and sometimes deadly side effects.
7 Ways to Save on Health Care
Follow these tips to start cutting medical costs without compromising the quality of your care.
Are You Learning From Your Mistakes?
Genetics plays a role in many of our health matters and actions, including learning from out mistakes.
Fertility Treatments 101
Today's high-tech reproductive options help couples achieve their dreams of having a baby.
The Benefits of Breast Reduction
From chronic back pain to poor self-esteem, large breasts can present a host of health problems. Find out whether surgery could ease your discomfort.
Are You Intuitive?
When it comes to decision-making, relationships, and even health, intuition may be one of the greatest tools to have.
Health-Care Financing 101
The rising costs of health care may seem daunting, but understanding your options doesn't have to be. Here, an explanation of common, but confusing, terms.
What Are Elective Health-Care Procedures?
More and more people are turning to elective options, such as plastic surgery and fertility treatments, to improve their confidence and enhance the quality of their lives.
Workplace Romances: Yay or Nay?
Before you jump into an office relationship, ask yourself these important questions.
Tracking Your Baby's Growth Milestones
Babies grow and develop faster in the first year of their lives than during any other time. What to expect during those initial 12 months.
Cosmetic Surgery 101
From nose and eye jobs to breast enlargement and liposuction, cosmetic surgery is on the rise. Here, a guide to some of the nation's most popular procedures.
Dieting? Eat This, Not That
These simple switches can get you on the road to long-term weight loss.
The Top 7 Skin Care Myths Busted
Before you splurge on the latest anti-wrinkle cream or step inside a tanning booth, check out these common misconceptions.
10 Ways to Boost Your Memory
Follow these tips to enhance your recall and make your mind more nimble.
Midlife Crisis: Myth or Reality?
For years, researchers had been debunking the age-old notion of a midlife crisis. But a new global study may prove them wrong.
The 8 Biggest Myths About Men and Women
Are men really from Mars and women from Venus? Here, we explore the most common assumptions surrounding the sexes.
Are You a Workaholic?
An addiction to your job could compromise your health. Find out whether you're a workaholic, and get on the road to recovery.
Is 50 the New 30?
As average life expectancies increase, people are challenging the old stereotypes of age. Learn what you can do to look and feel great at 50, 60, and beyond.
8 Eco-Friendly Beauty Tips
Concerned about safety and the environment, many women are embracing "natural beauty." Check out these easy ways to start going green.
Osteoporosis 101
Many people don't know they have osteoporosis until they break a bone. Find out if you're at risk, and learn how to prevent it.
Superbugs: How to Reduce Your Risk
Drug-resistant bacteria, like MRSA, are hard to treat once they develop. Fortunately, you can take these steps to protect yourself.
How to Stand Up for Yourself
Do people walk all over you? Follow these tips to start becoming more assertive.
6 Habits That Can Help You Live Longer
These daily behaviors can boost your health and increase your longevity.
Are You Emotionally Intelligent?
An ever-growing topic among psychologists, emotional intelligence can play a significant role in your job, your relationships, and your own self-worth.
The Dos and Don'ts of Blood Donation
By donating blood, you can truly give the gift of life. Follow these guidelines to make a difference.
Fatness vs. Fitness
How important is weight in determining good health?
Understanding HPV and Cervical Cancer
The relationship between human papillomavirus and cervical cancer is a complex one. Get the facts now.
8 Behaviors That Add Years to Your Appearance
A few simple changes can help take years off your appearance.
5 Ways to Boost Your Body Image
The way you view your body can affect your health. Follow these tips for an instant body-image boost.
6 Surprising Uses for Botox
There's more to Botox than just a pretty face. Doctors are now using the injectable to treat a variety of serious medical conditions.
The 5 Most Fattening Winter Foods
Rich and creamy seasonal foods can quickly pile on the pounds. Check out these delicious, low-fat alternatives.
Ways to Stimulate Your Baby's Brain
Your baby's brain development depends on early sensory experiences.
10 Ways to Help Kids Lose Weight
There are many simple ways that parents can help kids get their weight under control.
5 Tips for Keeping New Year's Resolutions
Want to lose weight, quit smoking, or start saving this year? These simple tips can help you achieve your goals.
Weaning Your Baby Off Breast Milk
Plan ahead to properly transition your baby from breast milk to formula.
New Year's Resolutions That Really Work
Follow these 10 tips to live a healthier lifestyle in the new year and beyond.
As This Year Ends
Follow these basic strategies to manage your time more efficiently in the coming year.
5 Signs of a Procrastinator
Nearly everyone has procrastinated, perhaps putting off a load of laundry, but for some, procrastination rules their lives. Here are five reasons people procrastinate.
Activity Is Good for Babies
Foster your baby's curiosity now to improve her intelligence and creativity as she grows.
Bringing Up Baby And Taking Care of Mommy
The first weeks after your baby is born can be exhausting. Find out how to take care of your baby and yourself.
How to Connect with Your Unborn Baby
Bonding before birth is important for both mom and baby. Here's why.
How to Develop Your Baby's Motor Skills
Babies need to practice crawling, reaching, and grabbing to improve control over their movements.
Playing Safe: How to Childproof Your Home
Follow these steps to help protect your baby and to give you peace of mind.
4 Surprising Things That Pack on the Pounds
Weight gain is about more than just what you eat and drink. These surprising influences could be making you fat.
10 Holiday Home Safety Tips
To keep your family out of harm's way, follow these simple guidelines.
Is Organic Food Worth the Price?
The demand for organic food continues to grow every year. But is it worth the extra green?
Is Your Job Making You Fat?
Long hours, a heavy workload, and the office candy jar can all take a toll on your waistline. Follow these tips to stay slim on the job.
The Top 9 Fitness Mistakes
Working out the wrong way can do more harm than good. To prevent injury, avoid these common fitness flubs.
7 Healthy Holiday Eating Tips
'Tis the season for family, fun, and excess. Learn how to enjoy yourself without overindulging.
7 Ways to Fight Adult Acne
Follow these easy steps to minimize your risk of breakouts.
Dispelling Psoriasis Myths
Psoriasis affects an estimated 7.5 million people in the United States, but all too often, the condition is misunderstood. Here, we separate fact from fiction.
Schizophrenia: A Reason to Hope
There is currently no cure for schizophrenia, but new research is improving the outlook for patients.
12 Ways to Reduce Holiday Stress
Crowded and bustling malls, repeated trips to the airport to fetch long-lost relatives, and the constant shuffling of cookies and turkey out of your oven can translate into one reaction stress.
Understanding Your Cholesterol Numbers
These numbers could potentially save your life.
6 Shape-Up Secrets for Fitness-Phobes
Even the biggest couch potatoes can learn to love exercise.
Understanding Heartburn and GERD
Heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), if it occurs regularly is a common digestive disorder that affects about 15 million Americans. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
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