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digestive health

New Yorkers on the NYC Soda Ban

The New York City Board of Health voted to approve a 16-ounce limit on the sale of sodas and other sugary drinks at restaurants, movie theaters, and delis. We took to the street to gauge New Yorkers' reactions to the proposed ban.
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diet & nutrition

Actor Chris O'Donnell Has Needle Nerves

Actor Chris O'Donnell has always been afraid of shots. This flu season, he's speaking out about a flu vaccine alternative.
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colon cancer

Colon Sisters: Interviews

Three New Jersey sisters inherited familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), a genetic syndrome that can only be treated by prophylactic removal of the entire colon. Here’s their story.
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pain-management

Managing Cluster Headache Pain

Cluster headaches strike out of nowhere with incapacitating pain and agitation. Here are the stories of two patients suffering from this condition.
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pregnancy

Postpartum Depression May Lead to Shorter Kids

Children of mothers who suffer from persistent postpartum depression are more likely to be very short at ages 4 and 5, new research finds.
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flu

Pediatricians' Group Urges Flu Shot for Kids Aged 6 Months and Up

The leading pediatricians' group in the United States is again urging parents to get all children aged 6 months or over immunized in preparation for the coming flu season.
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heart-health

A New Life-Saving Aortic Valve Replacement Procedure

For patients too sick to undergo open-heart surgery, a new FDA approved minimally invasive aortic valve replacement procedure is saving lives, offering new hope to patients whose life-threatening heart condition was previously inoperable.
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alzheimer's-disease

Brain-Related Causes of Death a Risk in NFL

Former NFL players with at least 5 years of professional experience found that neurogenerative causes were increased.
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heart health

Vitamin D Fails to Lower Cholesterol

Supplementation with vitamin D increased serum calcium levels and reduced serum parathyroid hormone levels.
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stroke

Chocolate May Lower Stroke Risk in Men

Men who ate a moderate amount of chocolate every week had a reduced risk of stroke, Swedish researchers found.
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diabetes

200-Pound Weight Loss Leads to Epic Adventure

A former 400-pound pre-diabetic man marks a decade since he lost half his body weight by attempting to kayak the circumference of Long Island, New York.
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kids'-health

Temper Tantrums

Less than 10 percent of preschoolers have daily temper tantrums and most of these tantrums are linked to real, momentary frustrations the toddler experiences, new research finds.
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stop smoking

Marijuana Use Linked to IQ Drop

The earlier a Marijuana user starts, and the longer he smokes, the more damage he may do to his brain, a Duke University study suggests.
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colon cancer

Colonoscopy Without the Prep

Mayo Clinic protocol makes virtual colonoscopy prep easier to swallow, replacing liters of laxatives with four pills.
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allergies

4 Steps to Avoid Ragweed Allergies This Fall

For the 35 million Americans who suffer through seasonal allergies, the return of this plant means the return of those all too familiar symptoms: sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and sore throat.
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fitness

30 Minutes of Exercise Does the Trick

Adults who exercise for shorter amounts of time can lose as much weight as those who work out for up to twice as long, a study has suggested.
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alzheimer's disease

Memory Lost...and Found! Simple Treatment Restores Memory to Woman Told She Had Alzheimer's

Experts believe there may be as many as 750,000 patients in the U.S. affected by adult hydrocephalus, a syndrome that mimicks dementia, but can be cured by a basic procedure.
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erectile dysfunction

Can Sex Trigger Heart Attacks?

Studies show sex can trigger sudden cardiac arrest, even if you're perfectly healthy. But Marc Gillinov, MD, of Cleveland Clinic explains the benefits of the sensual exercise far outweigh the risk.
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weight

3 Popular Weight-Loss Myths Busted

Jillian Michaels reveals the truth behind the three weight-loss myths that bother her the most.
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Solving the Medical Mystery of Cold Feet

Are cold feet putting the big chill on your relationship? Find out what may be causing that freezing feeling.
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diet & nutrition

Healthy' Foods to Avoid

Making healthy choices at the grocery store may be harder than you think. Find out which so-called diet foods don’t deserve their reputation.
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Does Just Feeling Fat Make You Gain Weight?

Study shows teens with a bloated body image more likely to become fat in their 20s.
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weight

Weighing the Pros and Cons of Gastric Bypass Surgery

The life-altering procedure may save you from dangerous conditions like diabetes, but it's important to research potential complications and side effects before committing to surgery.
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healthy living

The Most Surprising Places Germs Hide

Maybe you don't need to worry about bacteria on your money or the public bathroom door handle after all. You may be surprised to learn about places where germs really thrive.
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