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Health by the Numbers: Dieting

It's one of the hardest things people can tackle, especially as they get older. Here's a look at dieting by the numbers.

What's Your Perfect Body Weight?

When it comes to a healthy body, the number on the scale may not be telling the whole story.

Health by the Numbers: Diabetes

As obesity rates climb, health problems such as diabetes are becoming more common. Here's a look at the disease by the numbers.

Health by the Numbers: Cholesterol

High cholesterol puts you at a higher risk for serious health conditions, including heart attack and stroke. Here's a look at cholesterol by the numbers.

Health by the Numbers: Nutrition

Proper eating can have an enormous impact on your health. Here's a look at nutrition by the numbers.

Your Teen is Going Vegetarian: What Now?

Dealing with a vegetarian in a household of carnivores can be challenging, but rest assured, everyone can co-exist peacefully.

Build a Better Salad

You already know it's good for you. Here are the tips and tricks to make your salad a nutritional powerhouse.

Is There a Downside to Losing Weight?

There's no doubt that shedding excess pounds is a big boost to your health and well-being, but not everything is totally rosy after weight loss.

The Benefits of Protein for Diabetics

A university study suggests that the right proteins could help lower blood pressure in patients with diabetes.

Weight-Loss Surgery for Diabetics: What Are the Options?

For certain individuals with type 2 diabetes, weight-loss surgery may be a viable method of treatment. Here's what you need to consider.

4 Ways to Go Healthy at the Coffee Shop

You can still have your coffee (and doughnut, too!) if you follow these four common-sense suggestions.

Your Heart-Healthy Shopping List

The next time you head to the market, be sure to place these cardiovascular winners in your cart.

Green Tea for Health & Beauty

With a wealth of antioxidants, green tea is used for weight loss, skin care, and for anti-aging. Is it too good to be true?

Refined vs. Unrefined Foods: What Are the Differences?

In researching ways to make your diet more healthful, you may have come across the terms "refined" or "unrefined." But what exactly do they mean?

Your Bathroom Scale Guide

Here's how to pick the right scale to support your goal of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.

Conquering Portion Distortion

From entrées and desserts to sodas and sides, Americans are supersizing. Learn how to choose healthier portions.

5 Time-Wasters That Burn Calories

Who says losing weight has to be hard? These effortless activities can help rev your metabolism and melt the pounds away.

8 Ways to Manage Diabetes

Diabetes is a lifelong disease, but these tips can make it easier to manage the condition.

A Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

About 90 percent of the more than 25 million U.S. children and adults affected by diabetes have type 2 diabetes. Find out more about this growing epidemic, from risk factors to treatment options.

To Sun or Not to Sun? The "D Debate" Heats Up

Everyone needs vitamin D for good health, but a debate continues to burn in the medical community over the best ways to get this important nutrient.

Warding Off Skin Cancer

Skin cancer rates are likely to increase in the coming years. Find out how behavioral and dietary changes can reduce your risk.

ADHD and Obesity: What's the Connection?

A national study suggests that kids with ADHD have double the chance of being overweight. Find out why.

8 Ways to Prevent Holiday Weight Gain

Want to enjoy the festivities without piling on the pounds? Check out our top eight tips.

Is Weight-Loss Surgery for You?

More and more Americans are opting for bariatric surgery to shed major pounds and improve their quality of life. Find out if you or a loved one could be a candidate.

10 Holiday Eating Tips

These healthy eating tips will help you make it to New Year's without the extra pounds or the guilt.

3 Fabulous Foods for Weight Loss

There's no one food that can magically transform an overweight body into an ideal figure. But there are foods that are beneficial to eat on the journey to a slimmer body.

7 Secrets For Weight-Loss Success

Get the skinny on tricks that really work.

Give Your Fridge a Makeover

With these six easy tips, you can transform your refrigerator and your health.

Low-Cholesterol Dos and Don'ts

Follow these simple strategies to get your cholesterol levels where you want them to be.

What Does "Zero Trans Fats" Really Mean?

Nutrition labels can be deceiving. Learn how to cut though the hype and make healthier choices.

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