The new year is traditionally a time to think about ways to improve your health. As you resolve to exercise more, eat a healthier diet, and get more sleep, you might also think about making changes…

We've moved past some of the immediate effects of the pandemic, with many people returning to their previous physical activities. But some people are finding they're a bit worse off functionally than…

What does an eating disorder look like? Likely to spring to mind is a young, waiflike woman strutting down a catwalk, bones protruding under her clothing. Yet her older sisters aren't immune to…

Helen Mongelia's 102 years reflect the mysterious alchemy of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that coalesce to aid longevity. Fresh food, consistent movement, emotional resilience, and a…

Do you know your blood pressure numbers? The odds are you don't. Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, yet estimates suggest only one-third of those with…

Emotional well-being is important for our health: it strengthens our immune system, speeds recovery from health problems, and reduces the risks of chronic disease. So it's probably no surprise that…

As men age, many factors affect their energy levels. Muscle mass naturally declines, which makes it harder to stay active. Diet may become less healthy, and sleep more erratic. The body also…

About 50% more American women die from lung cancer each year than from breast cancer. Screening mammograms to detect the latter are considered routine for women over 40. So why haven't lung cancer…