Laura Hensley
Resistance Training Improves Sleep Quality Better Than Cardio, Study Finds
If you’re looking for a better night’s rest, hitting the gym to lift some weights could be the answer, according to a new report....
Kristeen Cherney and Valencia Higuera
Early Flu Symptoms
Detecting early symptoms of the flu can help to prevent the spread of the virus and possibly help you treat the illness before it gets...
Molly Knudsen, MS, RDN
Does Fiber Lower Cholesterol?
Soluble fiber, which is found in foods such as oats, apples, and legumes, can lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol. Increasing your...
Laurie Tarkan
6 Secrets of Super-Agers
Want to join the ranks of this enviable group? Experts who study them say these are the lifestyle choices that can help you live a...
SilverSneakers
Starting a Fitness Routine After 65
Getting healthy at any age can feel overwhelming. And when you’re getting started later in life, the challenge can seem even greater....
Sandee LaMotte, CNN
One small thing can add years to your life, experts say
What are you focusing on in the new year to improve your health? Regular exercise, of course, is a proven winner, as is eating...
Brenda Goodman, CNN
Children exposed to higher fluoride levels have lower IQs, a government study finds
A rigorous nine-year research review looking at the relationship between fluoride and intelligence in children concludes that as fluoride...
Natalie Rizzo
6 high-protein vegetables that can help you build muscle
Believe it or not, eating vegetables can help you build muscle . Veggies are known for their vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber,...
Edwina Clark
What's the healthiest bean to eat? 5 types that are nutritionist-approved and how to enjoy them.
If you’re looking to upgrade your health in 2025, eating more beans and lentils should be on your bingo card. Packed with nutrients such...
Adam Meyer
The #1 Habit to Start to Poop Better, According to Gastroenterologists
When it comes to going No. 2, we all want things to flow smoothly. But if you’ve ever experienced irregular bowel movements, you know how...
Elizabeth Shaw, M.S., RDN, CPT
The 5 Best Canned Soups for Better Blood Pressure, According to Dietitians
When you’re craving comfort, a warm, cozy bowl of soup may be just what the doctor ordered. And thanks to canned soups, you don’t have to...
Richard Chin
New study shows physical activity is top predictor of when you might die
If you need one more reason to follow through on your New Year’s resolution to get more exercise next year, consider this headline from a...
Stacey Leasca
Why Kraft Heinz Pulled Lunchables Off Public School Menus
Lunchables are no longer on the menu at schools across the United States. On Tuesday, Kraft Heinz shared that it is pulling its...
Brianna Ruback
New Report Exposes 5 Restaurant Chains Serving You Fake Eggs
Your fast-food breakfast sandwich might not be made with the ingredients you think it has. In fact, when you think you're ordering eggs,...
Kirsten Nunez
The Best Leafy Green to Eat for Better Bone Health, According to an RD
When it comes to bone health, what foods come to mind? If you’re like most folks, thoughts of milk, yogurt, and cheese probably crop...
Samantha Boesch
26 Best & Worst Sodas on Grocery Shelves, According to Dietitians
With an estimated $416 billion in soda sold each year worldwide, soft drinks are among the most popular and widely consumed beverages....
Ria Bhagwat
The 5 Most Hated Foods (and Why People Don’t Like Them), According to Chefs
No matter how hard we try, there are certain foods that just don’t do it for us. Some of them have to do with tastebuds and textures...
Poonam Sachdev
Things You Can Do for Your Health Today
Eat Slowly This gives your brain the chance to get the signal that you’re full, so you’re less likely to overeat. And if you take it...
Poonam Sachdev
12 Good Things That Can Go Bad
1. Exercise You can do a number on your body if you hit the gym too hard. Overuse can damage joints, tendons, ligaments, and even your...
Poonam Sachdev
Eat Healthy, Stay Fit, and Live Well Over 50
Eat Healthy Fats You already know that saturated fats are bad for your arteries and heart health. But they may also harm your...
Caroline Pullen
16 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Lose Weight
Starting and sticking to a healthy weight loss plan can sometimes seem impossible. Here are 16 things you can try to help find the...
Adrienne Santos-Longhurst
9 Reasons to Get Up Early
The benefits More time to exercise If working out is important to you, but you struggle to find the time, getting up early may work for...
Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD, CLEC
8 Foods to Support Your Bone Health
May is National Osteoporosis Month. People with osteoporosis lose bone tissue or do not produce enough bone tissue, causing bones to...
Crystal Raypole
14 Tips to Improve Your Concentration
Concentration refers to the mental effort you direct toward a task. It’s sometimes confused with attention span, which refers to the...
Kristen Rogers, CNN
Holding your pee can have dangerous health risks, experts say
When the bladder is begging for relief , ignoring one’s bodily cues for the sake of productivity or lounging around is common. How many...
Lindsey DeSoto, RD, LD
Why Sourdough Bread May Be the Secret to a Healthier Diet
Sourdough bread, one of the earliest forms of leavened bread, is made by fermenting lactic acid bacteria and yeast. Sourdough remains...
Carly Cassella
Health Gap at End of Life Is Now Wider in US Than Any Other Country
Humans today are living longer than ever before , but how many of those added years are spent in good health? A data-crunching survey...
Emily Laurence
The One New Year’s Resolution Longevity Experts Are Begging People Over 50 to Start Making
New Year’s resolutions certainly get a bad rap. Jokes about the gym being crowded on January 1 but empty by February are par for the...
Sandee LaMotte, CNN
A lowly vegetable rises to stardom in newly released dietary advisory report
A lowly vegetable typically associated with flatulence has hit the big time. No longer will beans will be infamous only for their fiber...
Andrea Kane, CNN
Microplastics are in many of your body’s organs and tissues. Why they’re so bad and what you can do to stay healthier
We are very much living in the Plastic Age . Whether it’s our food supply and how it’s packaged , our dwellings, furnishings and clothing...
Hope Cristol
How Your Health Care Needs Change after 70
No matter how young you feel, the risk of certain conditions rises in your senior years. That doesn’t mean you’re destined to get sick or...
Poonam Sachdev
11 Easy Ways to Make Healthy Eating a Habit
Sneak Yourself More Vegetables You know you should eat more veggies. They’re full of good-for-you fiber and vitamins. But the average...
Food Network Kitchen
8 Healthy Recipes Every Real Live Grown-Up Should Know
Adulting is hard — especially that part about "eating right." Get these healthy homemade dishes in your recipe wheelhouse and you'll be...
James Roland
What Are the Risk Factors for Heart Failure?
Heart failure means the heart can no longer pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. Risk factors include lifestyle behaviors, like...
Aubrey Bailey, PT, DPT, CHT
What Causes Leg Pain (and How to Find Relief)
Leg pain can be caused by overuse, trauma, minor injuries, infection, or severe medical conditions. Although the most common causes are...
Rachel Murphy
Do You Need Medication If You Have High Blood Pressure but No Symptoms?
How do you approach a condition you may not know you have? That's the question doctors want to help the many Americans living with...
Mindaugas Balčiauskas
People List 30 Hard Truths About Getting Older That They Weren’t Ready For
A 2019 survey found that globally, we think old age begins at 66. When asked to describe it, we usually use the term wise (35%),...
Holly Van Hare
10 Of The Healthiest Beers You Can Drink
Beer is big business — in fact, it's one of the biggest businesses out there. In 2024, it's estimated that Americans will consume roughly...
Jay Wilson
14 Of The Unhealthiest Canned Chilis You Should Leave At The Store
Canned chili is one of those food products that's much more popular than you might think. In fact, the canned chili market was valued at...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.
Do Cheat Meals Help or Hurt Your Diet?
Indulging in that fried chicken or deep-dish pizza you really want can be a healthy move — if you do it the right way. Find yourself...
Marygrace Taylor
Which Healthy Drink Is Best for You?
Health drinks are said to improve gut health, sleep, mood, energy levels, and more. We're separating fact from fiction so you can sip...
Kirsten Nunez
4 Ways Olive Oil Can Add Years to Your Life
Whether you’re garnishing a soup or dressing a salad, olive oil is one of those ingredients that makes everything taste delicious. It's...
Kirsten Nunez
The Best Vegetable for Boosting Immunity, According to a Registered Dietitian
It’s no secret that vegetables are some of the best foods for immunity. They’re teeming with essential nutrients, which your body uses to...
Christina Manian, RDN
The #1 Thing Dietitians Say You Should Always Do Before Eating or Cooking Canned Beans
Canned beans are a pantry staple across the U.S., and it’s easy to see why—they’re an affordable, convenient way to add more nutrients to...
Katie Kindelan
Daily dose of dark chocolate may lower diabetes risk, study finds
Eating a few servings of dark chocolate each week has been found to reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes . People who ate at least five...
Debbie Koenig
Yes, There Is a Secret Formula for Weight Loss. This Is It
Dieting is as American as, well, apple pie. More than half of us want to lose weight at any given time, surveys show, and about a quarter...
Kristen Gasnick, PT, DPT
What Happens to the Body After Sitting Down for Too Long?
Physical activity is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, approximately 31% of the global population fails to...
Robby Berman
Could eating a handful of pistachios daily help improve eye health?
Eating a handful of pistachio nuts each day can significantly improve eye health, according to a new study from the Friedman School of...
Jacquelyn Cafasso
12 Tips for a Speedy Flu Recovery
The flu is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. Flu symptoms typically last about a week, but the...
WebMD Editorial Contributors
Moles, Freckles, and Skin Tags
There are several skin lesions that are very common and benign (noncancerous). These conditions include moles, freckles, skin tags ,...