Physical activity helps ward off bad behaviors, study shows
Measures include counseling on nutrition and exercise, study reports
Spring is perfect time to brush up on injury prevention
Besides physical benefits, the women reported better quality of life, study found
Study found persistent deficits years after surgery
Medical exams, physical conditioning can help, studies show
But excess weight and sedentary lifestyle are, studies find
Many get all their physical activity in the home or on the job, study finds
Study with rats shows less benefit to the brain
Better diets, not antihypertensive medications, may be the reason, experts say
Fear of crime curbs healthy physical activity, study finds
Overweight teens shed an average six pounds over 12 weeks, researchers say
Serotonin levels might explain why some people smoke, eat poorly, researchers say
Middle-aged women can benefit from just two sessions per week, study shows
You can make a difference
Doctors use novel approaches to help patients shed excess pounds
A cluster of mutations may predict a dangerous arrhythmia, researchers say
Here's how to prevent injury
Even if you're elderly
Study finds no link, but more research could still show a benefit, experts say
Experts say poor diet and lack of access to fitness facilities to blame
Expert offers tips on keeping cold weather wheezing at bay
Canine friends get humans up and walking more often, study finds
Doctor-guided initiative increased exercise rates and improved diet
It's a common condition that shouldn't stop anyone from being active, experts say
It's a particular problem in low-income areas, new research suggests
Parents should encourage good habits, such as proper nutrition and plenty of sleep
Program sets pre-teen girls on the path to confidence
Rates for smoking, obesity and other ills rise steeply after high school, study finds
Caffeine slows down heart blood flow during exercise, study finds
Dextrose-rich diet boosted female rowers' times, study found
In 3 weeks, improvements in diet and exercise can have big impact, study finds
Doing it three times a week fights decreased blood flow in legs, study finds
Youthful cheerleaders, mostly girls, getting hurt as sport turns serious
Hazards do rise, but a few easy steps can keep elderly safe this season
It's never too late to improve your health habits, experts advise
Recommended screenings can be a lifesaver, experts say
Simple steps can help you cope with everyday anxiety
And that could undermine weight-loss efforts, study finds
Proper diet and lots of exercise can help promote better health in your later years
Some tips for holiday weight control
Finding may have long-term implications for cardiovascular health
Baby boomers may get a big benefit
Study of male smokers saw twofold risk increase for those with highest levels
Breathing techniques actually increase your productivity
But life expectancy has hit an all-time high, annual U.S. health report finds
Emphasis should be on healthful food and drink choices, report says
Rat study suggests moderate activity is safe and effective for patients
Parents key to healthy eating and exercise among adolescents, expert says
Perhaps the biggest hazard: shovelling snow