Get your (exer)game on to make screen time more active
Sep 12, 2018
Exergaming merges video games with exercise, making playtime for kids – and adults – more active.
Prevention
Smoking in America: Why more Americans are kicking the habit
Aug 30, 2018
Why cigarette smoking in America has reached an all-time low.
7 habits make for a healthy heart — and brain, too
Aug 29, 2018
New research suggests that exercise, eating right and other heart-healthy habits are good for the brain, too.
It takes more than a bribe to get people to exercise
Aug 29, 2018
Incentivizing people to exercise using cash and other rewards doesn’t always work. Here’s what research suggests does.
Healthy dining in convenience stores?
Aug 27, 2018
We all turn to convenience stores to grab on-the-go food. But can you find healthy options there?
Taking time off doesn't have to mean distant travel
Aug 13, 2018
If you’re looking to squeeze in a vacation before the hectic fall schedule resumes, visions of exotic beaches or sightseeing abroad may come to mind. But enjoying time off work doesn’t have to mean distant travel or hefty spending.
Obesity as young adult sets stage for heart disease, stroke
Aug 1, 2018
Young adults who are overweight begin to develop high blood pressure and other heart problems that may put them at higher risk of developing heart disease and stroke later in life, a new study shows.
Limit low-calorie sodas and drinks, and stick to water instead, researchers advise
Jul 30, 2018
People are drinking fewer diet drinks these days, and a new science advisory Monday urges people to replace sugary and low-calorie drinks with water.
The health benefits of soccer aren't just for elite players facing off in the World Cup
Jul 6, 2018
During the World Cup, soccer enthusiasts wear their fanaticism on their sleeves, with good reason: Soccer is fun and good for you.
Chemicals used to flavor tobacco may damage blood vessels
Jun 14, 2018
Chemicals used in popular flavorings like clove, mint and vanilla that are added to cigarettes, e-liquids and other tobacco products can harm blood vessel cells that help keep the heart healthy, a new study shows.