In a world where you're either hot or you're not, it's easy for many to simply give up on diet and exercise when faced with waistlines of Nicole Ritchie-like proportions and pecks of Brad Pitt-like prominence.
This week, you can learn more about the minerals that are also included in your daily dose of goodness. Most of these names should be familiar—you can find almost all of them on the side of any cereal box.
A recent study found that the risk of developing cancer, specifically breast, colon, and skin cancer, can be reduced by 80 percent in obese individuals who undergo weight loss surgery.
Want to know which of today’s diets is right for you? We've got the low down on some of the most popular weight-loss solutions available.
It may surprise you to know that it could be factors inside your house, not out, that are causing you to sniffle and cough all day long. Find out which common household chores can end up making you sick.
Enema enthusiasts eagerly endorse colonic irrigation as a detoxification and weight loss treatment. Is there any truth to these claims — or are they just so much impacted fecal matter?
That toothache you've been complaining about can be attributed to a number of possible causes, some of which may surprise you. Check out some of the most common causes of tooth pain.
If you are looking for the utmost in technologically advanced care, check out our list of the most high-tech in the world.
Are all these wacky roots and powders actually beneficial, or is this just a clever scam to rope well-intentioned slackers like me in?
There are a number of things a man can do to maximize his fertility and improve sperm count and motility. DocShop presents four of the most effective tips.
The doctor you choose can have a huge bearing on your health years and even decades of your life. But with so many doctors out there to choose from, how can you possibly single one of them out as the right one?
If you are a parent, you probably know that, for the first several years at least, the health of your child's teeth is your responsibility. What you may not know is how to go about caring for those little pearls, especially if your own dental habits are less than perfect.
Male pregnancy. Over the past several weeks, the phrase has hit the airwaves and flooded the Internet like a tidal wave. Does this trend point to a hoax, sensationalist advertising, or the next fertility treatment?
If a fear of dental work is keeping you away from the dentist’s chair, check out our tips to help you overcome your dental anxiety, from hypnotism to sedation dentistry.
The Fertell® at-home fertility tests are designed to evaluate a man's sperm motility, as well as a woman's ovarian reserve. How accurate are these tests in diagnosing male and female infertility problems?
Organic body products are often touted as being safer than more traditional alternatives. However, a recent study found that nearly half of the "natural" products tested contained a cancer-causing substance.
I'm a teeth grinder. In my sleep I grind my teeth. I didn't know this until the day my right front tooth shattered while eating French onion soup.
Wearing a set of sunglasses with UV protection just may be the easiest and most stylish way to protect your eyes from the dangers of UV rays.
Published in the January issue of The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, a study claims that pregnant women who take in more than 200 milligrams of caffeine a day face a 40 percent rate of miscarriage.
According to entertainment news reports published in 2007, Britney Spears inquired about having her then-two-year-old son's teeth bleached. At what age is it safe for children and teenagers to have their teeth whitened?
Encountering unforeseen post-surgical issues can make a weight loss surgery patient feel alone. Because of this, many bariatric surgeons encourage their patients to participate in obesity surgery support groups.
"What I dream of is an art of balance." Henri Matisse probably wasn't talking about hormones – or weight loss – when he said this; nevertheless, in life as in art, balance is key.
What do ice cream, brown rice, and broccoli have in common? According to a new book, these foods can increase the odds of success for women who are trying to conceive.
In trying to determine which laser hair removal technology to choose, it's important to know which type of lasers are safe and effective for your skin type.
Many Third World countries are still plagued by malaria and dehydration, in addition to AIDs and cancer – and most people can't afford the cost of medications to treat these conditions.
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