The Complete Map to Our Most Important Pressure Points!

According to ancient oriental beliefs, every organ in the human body has a representative pressure point in the hand and the foot. Find out all about them here.

Can Nuts Rid Us of Our Sweet Cravings?

A new study suggests a simple dietary swap could make a significant difference: replacing high-carb snacks with a handful of mixed nuts.

How to Deal With the Most Common Medication Side Effects

The most common classes of medications, the side effects they tend to cause, how long those effects usually last, what other conditions they can interact with, and which foods, drinks, habits, or even genetic traits.

Basil Seeds vs. Chia Seeds: A Nutritional Comparison

While chia seeds have long been celebrated as a nutritional powerhouse, basil seeds are emerging as a worthy competitor. Both offer impressive health benefits, but which one deserves a spot in your pantry?

Can We PREVENT Type 1 Diabetes?

The study's findings point toward developing a simple blood test that could detect the immune failure leading to type 1 diabetes before insulin-producing cells are permanently lost.

This Doctor Shares a Recipe He Makes For Brain Health

Dr. Rasouli has a dish he prepares for himself every week that might look like just another homemade stew with vegetables and lentils, but there’s a good chance it’s the smartest meal you’ll put in your pot and stomach soon.

How Long Does it Take to See Results From Exercises?

To help clarify what realistic progress actually looks like, we spoke with Micky Lal, a public health professional with a master's degree in kinesiology and more than a decade of experience as a clinical health educator. Here's what he wants you to k

Resting Heart Rate: What It Means, and How to Improve It

A friendly look at what the number means, how to check it properly, and the simple steps that can nudge it in a healthier direction.

Why Spring Allergies Are Getting Worse Every Year

If your eyes have been itchier, your nose stuffier, and your sneezing more relentless than usual - you're not imagining it. Spring allergies are genuinely getting worse. Let's discuss why that is.

Heart Damage in Midlife May Increase Risk of Dementia

A new study reveals that a blood test typically used to detect heart attacks could help identify who might develop dementia decades in the future.

Are Some Kinds of Coffee Posing a Health Risk?

Current study reveals which types of machine-brewed coffee raise cholesterol levels more than others.

15 Superfoods That Actually Earn the Title

here are 15 foods that come pretty close to earning that superstar label.

Your Favorite Holiday Beverages May Weaken Your Bones

The high sugar content in these holiday favorites could be gradually undermining the strength of your bones.

Supplement Linked to Dramatic Increase in Heart Failure

The research found that prolonged melatonin use is linked to a 90% increase in heart failure risk, a 3.5-fold higher risk of heart failure hospitalization.

A Simple Blood Test Could Detect Alzheimer Years Earlier

A few years ago, researchers have discovered a gene that could revolutionize how we diagnose Alzheimer's disease - and they found it by asking a simple question: Why do some people's brains succumb to the disease while others don't?

How Your Nutritional Needs Change as You Get Older

How your nutritional requirements change with age — and what you can do about it.