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Mind & Body: 'Chilled Out' People Have Higher Obesity, Depression RiskThese results mean that when the body underreacts to stresses in life, it can be just as bad for your health as overreacting, said the researchers.
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HCG Diet is Dangerous, Experts SayEating 500 calories a day is not enough to fulfill your body's nutritional needs.
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Hormone Found to Help Stop Brain Swelling
Before, health experts thought the hormone only acted on the kidneys to stop urine production.
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Jenny Craig Rated No. 1 Among Diet Plans for Weight Loss
The diet program is the best for weight loss and adherence, according to Consumer Reports.
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Nicotine Deactivates 'Stop Signal' to Heighten Feelings of Reward
Nicotine inhibits nerve receptors in the brain that would otherwise stop the body from feeling pleasure from smoking.
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Balding at Age 20 May Signal Higher Risk of Prostate Cancer
But no prostate cancer risk was apparent for balding at age 30 or 40.
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Berries Found to Lower Parkinson's Disease Risk
The berries contain a free radical-fighting compound that boosts antioxidant activity in the brain.
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Not in the Bag: Doubt Cast on Green Tea as Breast Cancer ShieldWomen who drink 10 cups a day of green tea don't have a lower chance of breast cancer than women who drink less than a cup a week.
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Experts: Internet Helps, But Also Hurts, Suicide Prevention Efforts
Health experts hope to understand Web-surfing behaviors and motivations of those at risk of suicide.
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Breast-Milk Sharers Defend Practice After FDA Warning
Eats on Feets group links moms who need milk with moms who have plenty to spare.
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Marijuana Use by Teens Isn't a 'Gateway' to Later Drug UseEmployment status is better indicator of illicit drug use in young adults.
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Face Value: Looking a Bit Old for Your Age Doesn't Mean You're Unhealthy
If you look a little old for your age, that doesn't necessarily mean you have poor health, a new study finds.
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Hope Grows in Fight Against Lethal Pediatric Brain Tumor
But the research wouldn't have been possible without donations from humans.
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Tai Chi Helps Elderly Adults Fight Depression, Study FindsAdding the ancient martial art to a basic anti-depressant drug regiman can decrease depressive symptoms in older adults.
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Social Butterflies May Have Hidden Depression, Especially if OlderFriends and relatives have trouble seeing extroverts as sad and depressed.
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Tips to Promote Healthy Eating for Kids
Here are some ideas to get the kids to eat well.
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Recipe for Health: Mediterranean Diet Trims Waist and Cholesterol
The diet is characterized by daily consumption of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish and moderate consumption of alcohol.
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For Multiple Sclerosis Patients, Warm Days Bad for Memory
But the explanation for the link between climate and brain function in those with MS remains a mystery, experts say.
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Brewing Controversy: Experts Say Four Loko Worse than Mixed Drinks
The FDA announced today that alcoholic beverages with added caffeine are illegal and dangerous. Experts explain why these drinks pack such a punch.
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Doctors of Critically Wounded Congresswoman Now 'More Optimistic'
Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head Saturday.
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Industry Pressure Harms Public's Health, Food Officials SayFood-Safety Officials: Public Health Harmed When Businesses Have Sway.
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Big Fat Truth: Hip Bones Widen With Age
It's not just fat that may bump you up a few pant sizes as you age.
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Autistic Brain Excels at Recognizing Patterns
Study reveals why autistic people do well at visual tasks.
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Fad Facts: The Truth About the Dukan Diet
Can fad diets, like the Dukan Diet, really help you lose weight?
