About one in four adults will have a bout with a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as depression, each year. For most, it will be short-lived. But nearly 7% will have a major depressive disorder, the leading cause of disability in adults ages 15 to 44. More
To lose weight, you should cut calories and exercise more. But you also should make some simple changes at home. Click Here »
There's no way to completely reverse the damage that smoking does, but a vitamin-rich diet with lots of leafy greens and folic acid may offer some protection against lung cancer in smokers and ex-smokers, according to preliminary research from the Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute. Click Here »
Colorectal cancer occurs when the cells of the lining of the large intestine have changed, growing in an out-of-control fashion. Click Here »
Can't stand your varicose veins? For the most part, they’re not cause for concern. But they can be uncomfortable and unsightly: Some are bluish, and others appear enlarged, swollen and/or twisted. Click Here »
Do you crave snacks at 3 p.m. every day? Don't ignore the urge to nibble. Nutritionist Keri Glassman, author of The Snack Factor Diet, busts three snacking misconceptions: Click Here »
Almost every minute of every day, an American dies of a heart attack. Click Here »
More than 13 million Americans -- and twice as many women as men -- have urinary incontinence (UI). Loss of bladder control can be caused by aging and conditions that damage nerves, such as diabetes, stroke, Parkinson's disease and, in men, prostate problems. Click Here »
Sports, falls and accidents all can result in the partial or complete loss of a tooth. Even if you think it's not serious, seek medical help immediately. Because a loose, chipped or lost tooth often comes as a result of an impact, you may have head or neck injuries, too. Click Here »
Ovarian cancer is the deadliest gynecologic cancer, affecting one in 71 U.S. women. Because there's no accurate screening test, most cases are diagnosed in stages III or IV, with five-year survival rates of 71% and 31%, respectively. Click Here »
Drinking and driving is always the wrong choice. You may think you're OK to drive, but here's why you shouldn't: Click Here »
Our special report on the latest news to help reduce age-related ailments during your golden years.
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Can diet help the millions of couples who find conception difficult? "There are no magical foods that make you instantly fertile," says Breea Johnson, a nutritionist at Pulling Down the Moon, which offers holistic health services. Click Here »
Guys: need motivation to get moving? A new study says exercise can help you ward off type 2 diabetes. Click Here »
To maintain a healthy low level of LDL (bad) cholesterol, eat foods that decrease artery-clogging LDL particles. Try beans, oats, whole grains, soy, fatty fish and citrus; they all deliver soluble fiber. Click Here »
The cluster headache, a variation of the migraine, is so named because it occurs in clusters over time. Although these headaches strike only about one out of every 1,000 people, for those unlucky few, they can be incredibly burdensome. Click Here »
After a bad day, do you reach for carrots to give yourself a boost? Probably not. Many people turn to comfort foods -- cookies, potato chips, ice cream -- to feel better. One reason: We're biologically geared to love sugar, fat and salt. Click Here »
Shoveling snow is more dangerous than it seems. One study found that just two minutes of shoveling can make sedentary mens' heart rates rise to levels higher than those recommended during aerobic exercise, and the rate of fatal heart attacks typically increases after heavy snowfalls. Click Here »
HealthSmart contributing editor Tedd Mitchell, M.D. shares his prescription for why eating right, remaining active and staying positive are essential. Click Here »
FitSmart contributing editor Jorge Cruise shares the perfect exercise to get your midsection back in shape. Click Here »
Americans now consume 30% more fructose, which is in high-fructose corn syrup, than they did 20 years ago. A main ingredient in sodas and processed foods, high-fructose corn syrup may contribute to high blood pressure, new research suggests. Click Here »
From less dieting to having more fun, Dr. Oz shares 16 easy, effective resolutions for your health for 2010. Click Here »
Have you ever had a problem with an unreasonable, even irrational sense of fear or anxiety caused by something unusual? If so, you may have a specific form of an anxiety disorder known as a phobia. Click Here »
Conventional wisdom says you should eat less and exercise more to lose weight. That's the same message we've been hearing for years. As a result, Americans spend billions of dollars each year on diet programs that offer less -- less food, less flavor. Click Here »
Few things feel better than climbing into bed at the end of a long workweek, knowing you can sleep in the next morning. Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could mimic that tranquillity amid the bustle of the holiday season? These sure-fire techniques can help you relax: Click Here »
If trends continue, Americans will face a costly and unhealthy future because of diabetes. Click Here »
Women can do it all, but they have to take time for themselves first. Click Here »
The best part of waking up just got even better: Researchers say caffeine may reverse memory loss associated with Alzheimer's disease. Click Here »
Much has changed since Medicare was signed into law in 1965. What started out as a relatively simple insurance program for the elderly has expanded significantly over the past 44 years. Click Here »
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