The average American child consumes 15-30% more calories than needed for healthy growth -- no wonder obesity has become the most prevalent health problem facing U.S.children.[...]

Who will you choose to be with this Valentine's Day -- a svelte sweetheart or a beefier beloved? The answer may be found in your own bathroom scale.While there is wisdom in the old[...]

The hype over a recent study of diet and breast cancer recurrence has not only confused consumers, but could possibly discourage women from increasing produce intake.[...]

If you're among the 27% of adults suffering from a sluggish digestive system, discussing the issue may be as uncomfortable as the condition itself.  Yet constipation is m[...]

While being overweight is extremely bad for your heart new research suggests low-carb diets may cause cardiac damage over the long term. A study from the Virginia Polytechnic Insti[...]

What do Superman, Batman and Spiderman all have in common? Among other things, each have that recognizable superhero physique, characterized by bulging biceps and tapered waist.[...]

The Chinese lunar New Year falls on February 3rd.Celebrate by eating kumquats, and gold and good fortune will be yours — or so believed the ancient Chinese for whom the kumqu[...]

Obesity increases health risks in a variety of ways — aggravating inflammation, taxing joints and heart, increasing blood pressure and bathing internal organs with fat-relate[...]

A study examined the impact of ginger intake on muscle soreness. Ginger eaters reported 24% less pain compared to the placebo group.[...]

Each extra (1/2 cup) serving of fruit you eat a day reduces your risk of heart disease by 7%, according to new research. [...]