After children in a study were treated with laxatives, most did not wet their beds for the next three months.

In some cases, people have died after being shocked with Tasers. A new study of these cases may reveal why.

If you're having a hard time putting down that pint of ice cream, it may not be because you're hard wired to keep eating it.

Obese men have a higher risk of developing advanced prostate cancer, but a lower risk of developing earlier stages of the disease, a new review finds.

From the moment a woman gives birth, her brain begins to change. Here's a look at what happens.

Here are tips for avoiding weight gain on game day.

Prions, such as those that cause mad cow disease, may spread via lymph tissue, a new study finds.

The rate of injuries related to swimming has risen 30 percent over the last two decades, researchers say.

People who meet their health goals, such as losing weight or lowering their blood pressure, should be rewarded, one doctor argues.

The number of accidents involving a pedestrian wearing headphones has tripled in recent years, a new study finds.

Most U.S. adults eat more protein than recommended, and while it isn't necessarily unhealthy, it can contribute to weight gain. Here are three things you should know about eating protein.

Anti-aging products make some alluring promises. Here's a look at five ingredients, and the evidence about whether they may actually work.

Pre-drinking, or drinking alcohol at home before heading out for the evening, leads to more drinking over the night, and risky behavior, a new study says. And it doesn't save money.

People with higher levels of omega-3s had larger brains, and did better on tests of memory and problem-solving skills, than people with lower levels.

On Halloween, its not just how much candy kids eat that affects their risk of cavities. How often kids eat candy, and the type of candy they eat may also affect their teeth, experts say.

Multiple births lead to extra pounds in mouse moms and male offspring.