Obsidian asks us not to look upon the broken pieces that lay on the ground; rather, obsidian helps us to see ourselves as the perfection that is revealed from within when the unnecessary parts of ourselves are stripped away.

Gum disease and tooth loss may be associated with a higher risk of death among postmenopausal women, according to a new study.

When we think about Google and health, we usually think about patients searching online for health information.

The chemical bisphenol A, or BPA, appears to aid the survival of inflammatory breast cancer cells, according to research that reveals a potential mechanism for how the disease grows.

A blood test that helps screen for prostate cancer is still common, but conversations between patients and doctors about the pros and cons of the screening are not.

People who feel lonely are likely to think their cold symptoms are more severe than those who have strong friendships and social networks.

Wherever you are right now, the good news is that you can begin any time, at any stage in your life, and in any situation or circumstance. You are reading this because somewhere inside of you, you want to be free...

Do vegan bodybuilders have the edge? A recent study was reported as showing plant-based protein was more effective for building muscle than that from animals.

When you think of someone with autism, what do you think of? It might be someone with a special set of talents or unique skills

Heal­ing comes in all forms. It can be a simple awareness or a huge “aha.” It can be a mental realization, an emotional process, a spiritual catharsis, or a physical progression, but it is never only one of these; it is always a combination of...

Dietary calcium is necessary to ensure our bones hold on to all the calcium they need to stay strong.

Older adults who have fallen for scams by friends, relatives, or strangers behave just as their peers who have avoided rip-offs do

We need to say, as Nancy Reagan said, ‘Just say no.’ to drug laws.

Breast cancer death rates overall have steadily declined since 1989, leading to an increased number of survivors.

Food scarcity and poor oral health are the major causes that lead older adults suffering from malnutrition

One out of every 2,000 people suffers from long QT syndrome, which can lead to heart failure. For these people, too much sugar may be dangerous, research shows.

Microgreens, tiny versions of leafy vegetables and herbs, have been described as healthier than full sized greens. Do microgreens really contain more nutrients? Do they have other benefits? And are they worth the extra price?

Research is showing that health care can be an engine for community change.

Today, almost two in every three Australian adults are overweight or obese, as is one in four children.

Understanding the human brain is arguably the greatest challenge of modern science. Recent research increasingly suggests that we may be taking completely the wrong path if we are to ever understand the human mind.

Benzodiazepines (such as Valium and Xanax) are depressant prescription drugs used most commonly for anxiety.

Working on getting a better night’s sleep can lead to optimal physical and mental well-being over time—but quality of sleep is more important than quantity.

Too few older adults make end-of-life medical decisions ahead of time—and even when they do identify a loved one to make decisions for them, their wishes may remain unclear.