The Mediterranean diet has once again claimed the top spot in the annual Best Diets rankings from U.S. News & World Report, ...

Over-the-counter protein powders have levels of lead and heavy metals like cadmium that exceed government food safety regulations, according to a report issued by the Clean Label Project, a consumer ...

A person in Louisiana exposed to bird flu by a backyard flock has died. This marks the first U.S. human death linked to H5N1 ...

A morning cup of joe appears to be good for the heart, but it might be time to reconsider the afternoon coffee run.

Evidence continues to mount showing that eating red meat and drinking alcohol increase the risk of colorectal cancer.

Pushing yourself a little harder – or a lot – offers life-changing benefits on a cellular level. Learn what’s going on inside and you’ll want to up the intensity.

The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in adults over 55.

A vasectomy is a simple, generally permanent procedure to prevent pregnancy. It's the most effective form of birth control other than abstinence. During the brief procedure, your surgeon will ...

Laminectomy is a type of spinal decompression surgery where a surgeon removes the bony arch from one or more of your spinal bones (vertebrae). This widens the space around your spine and can help ...

Peppermint essential oil is highly concentrated and comes from the leaves and flowering parts of the peppermint plant, Mentha x piperita. Peppermint is a naturally occurring cross between the ...

Black rice is that rare trifecta of delicious, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing. This dark-colored rice, which is a deep purple-black, has alternate names including purple rice, forbidden rice ...