Wondering about the best drink to have in the morning for better blood sugar? Learn why a balanced smoothie is a good choice, and what it should include.

An estimated 16,000 HIV and AIDS patients in Florida might lose free medication, health care as the state dramatically rolls back a decades-old program.

Most dietary supplements are not harmful. Some, however, should be treated with caution when it comes to cancer, especially in certain populations of people.

Around 10 percent of people who take statins to lower cholesterol experience mysterious muscle pains, causing many to discontinue these potentially life-saving medicines.

A new study drawing from 47 million nights of sleep data has found that a simple sleep behavior rule can extend your life. Here's what it is and how you can do it.

Screening for heart attack risk should be happening earlier for men, according to a new study that found the risk of cardiovascular disease starts climbing when men are in their mid-30s – significantly earlier than a similar trend is seen in women.

A new study suggests that people may experience the same virus differently based on how quickly the cells in their noses respond to the virus and contain it.

The study found that immigrants from Caribbean, Philippines and Sri Lanka are many times more likely to need dialysis than Canadian-born residents.

Should you soak chia seeds in water or yoghurt? Gastroenterologist Dr Salhab finally settles the debate. | Health

An HbA1c of 5.7 indicates years of insulin resistance and metabolic damage, says Dr Gagandeep, suggesting pre-diabetes is an early-stage disease. | Health

Health News: Diabetes, at its core, is about how your body handles glucose. In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas produces little or no insulin. In type 2, the body can.

Liam Conejo Ramos, 5, and his father were held in the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley. They were released Saturday by order of a federal judge.

An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India has put many countries in Asia on high alert, given the fatality rate in humans can be between 40% and 75%.

A common parasite hiding in the brain turns out to be far more active and organized than anyone realized.

"Much more ambitious action from governments and industry transparency is needed."

Understanding how hearing loss and tinnitus develop reveals why early prevention and treatment matter.

The nutrient plays a role in memory, focus, mental health and so much more. Here's how to get more of it.

Measles cases are rising in the U.S., and for many parents, it’s a never-before-seen disease. Here's how to spot the rash, and protect your family against this dangerous infection.

An international traveler, the person arrived in Los Angeles on Monday.

Discover the best breads for better blood sugar, with tips from dietitians on choosing high-fiber, protein-rich loaves.

Trending News: Chris Kirt, a fit 31-year-old father of three, shares his bowel cancer journey and emphasizes the importance of recognizing silent symptoms like fatigue and bleeding.

The patient was able to stay alive without the presence of any lungs for 48 hours before receiving a double transplant.

This canine cutie was put in her place.

A bodybuilding supplement, HMB, shows promise in reducing Alzheimer’s markers and protecting memory, according to new research in mice.

Even moderate alcohol intake can raise oral cancer risk. Oncologist Dr Sandeep Nayak explains early signs, risk factors, and prevention tips. | Health

What determines how long we live—and to what extent is our lifespan shaped by our genes? Surprisingly, for decades, scientists believed that the heritability of human lifespan was relatively low compared to other human traits, standing at just 20–25%; some re…

Even fit and healthy adults can develop serious heart problems. Cardiologist Dr Syed Akram Ali shares how a 37-year-old Hyderabad man needed two heart stents. | Health

People opened up about the choices and moments that helped them get through their darkest periods and begin feeling like themselves again.

New imaging reveals that drinking disrupts long-distance neural communication. As brain activity moves into isolated clusters, subjective feelings of intoxication increase.

Grief and aging go hand in hand, but the kind of grief many older adults experience often catches them off guard. Experts offer tools to help them recover.

Though past research has focused on the health benefits of cheese, the new data examined its direct relationship to the disorder.

Health guru and longevity-obsessed podcaster Andrew Huberman made a big admission about he stays, infuriating fans.

Scientists have identified three distinct profiles of social anxiety in adolescents. One surprising group manifests fear of rejection through aggression and grandiosity rather than avoidance, highlighting the complexity of teen mental health.

An investigation by researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in the US has filled in a missing link between the toxic build-up of proteins in the neurodegenerative condition Parkinson's disease and the death of critical brain cells.

Dr. Adam Perlman prioritizes strength training, sleep, and a low-sugar diet to boost his metabolic health.

Despite a good diet and sunlight, many Indians lack vitamin D. Gastroenterologist Dr Shubham Vatsya explains why this silent deficiency is so widespread. | Health

More than half of people with advanced kidney disease develop cardiovascular problems. A new study finds that diseased kidneys release tiny particles that are toxic to the heart.

Allison Wilcox tells PEOPLE that she "never once stopped holding my breath waiting to hear that heartbeat”

For years, diabetes has carried a scary, permanent label: once you have it, you have it for life. However, that script is quietly flipping. From drama.

Researchers found that small doses of an antibiotic can coax gut bacteria into producing a life-extending compound. In worms, this led to longer lifespans, while mice showed healthier cholesterol and insulin changes. Because the drug stays in the gut, it avoi…

Looking for the best men’s face cream for anti-aging? Plastic surgeon Shim Ching shares the men’s skin care products he recommends most, from brands like CeraVe, RoC, SkinMedica, Neocutis, and Nutrafol, containing collagen, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, bioti…

Participants who primarily ate oatmeal for two days experienced a long-lasting reduction in LDL (“bad”) and total cholesterol levels, the results of a clinical trial show.

WASHINGTON (AP): Being a night owl can be bad for your heart. That may sound surprising but a large study found people who are more active late at night – when most of the population is winding down or already asleep – have poorer overall heart...

"My buddy PICKED HIS OWN ARM UP OFF THE GROUND and handed it to the EMT, saying, 'I might need this.'"

Stopping Alzheimer’s may begin with dissolving tiny tau protein clusters before damage takes hold.

A scientific study suggests that weight loss drugs could reduce the risk of several cancers associated with obesity.

Experts share their essential lifestyle tweaks for preventing shin splints, sore knees and back pain

Scientists in Japan have discovered a previously unknown giant virus, offering new insight into this enigmatic category of viruses – and possibly also into the origins of multicellular life.

Using activity tracker data, researchers found that just a bit more exercise could save 1 in 10 people from an earlier death.

An upside-down jellyfish drifts in a shallow lagoon, rhythmically contracting its translucent bell. By night that beat drops from roughly 36 pulses a minute to nearer 30, and the animal slips into a state that, despite its lack of a brain, resembles sleep.

Having everybody happy and healthy together at home is "all I could ever ask for," Abby Wood tells PEOPLE

Pregnancy loss remains common around the world.

More than 840 measles infections have been reported in South Carolina, surpassing the tally in Texas last year. Public health experts say it shows the risks when vaccination coverage falls.

A healthy aging researcher shares 5 common habits that can increase the risk of chronic disease and harm your longevity and shares what to do instead.