Research shows that a thorough eye exam can reveal the presence of high cholesterol, which is one of the early warning signs of impending heart disease.

Forget the Fountain of Youth: According to a new study, those who have an optimistic outlook and possess the ability to "roll with the punches" have found the key to successful aging.

The latest ruling from the FDA regarding the testing of psychiatric drugs is a disappointment. But the decision should come as no surprise to those familiar with the department's operations.

Good news on the natural medicine front: Today's parents are becoming less likely to turn to over-the-counter remedies when minor health problems surface in their children.

Health advocates may tell you to go easy on the salt, but there are no such warnings for black pepper — and rightly so.

People who eat large quantities of processed foods are also more likely to suffer from other mental disorders, from depression, aggression, and violent behavior to learning disabilities.

It’s a fact: Good oral hygiene can be just as important as exercise and a healthy diet in the prevention of heart disease.

Probiotics, those beneficial bacteria that reside in your digestive tract and keep things running smoothly, can be helpful in eliminating the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

What the doctors don’t tell you, however, and what many don’t even know, is that taking higher doses of statin medications hasn’t been shown to extend your life any longer than taking normal doses.