A morning cup of joe appears to be good for the heart, but it might be time to reconsider the afternoon coffee run.

The Mediterranean diet has once again claimed the top spot in the annual Best Diets rankings from U.S. News & World Report, ...

A person in Louisiana exposed to bird flu by a backyard flock has died. This marks the first U.S. human death linked to H5N1 ...

Over-the-counter protein powders have levels of lead and heavy metals like cadmium that exceed government food safety regulations, according to a report issued by the Clean Label Project, a consumer ...

Evidence continues to mount showing that eating red meat and drinking alcohol increase the risk of colorectal cancer.

Pushing yourself a little harder – or a lot – offers life-changing benefits on a cellular level. Learn what’s going on inside and you’ll want to up the intensity.

The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in adults over 55.

Laminectomy is a type of spinal decompression surgery where a surgeon removes the bony arch from one or more of your spinal bones (vertebrae). This widens the space around your spine and can help ...

A vasectomy is a simple, generally permanent procedure to prevent pregnancy. It's the most effective form of birth control other than abstinence. During the brief procedure, your surgeon will ...

Bell peppers, which have long been a staple of Latin American cuisine, originated in South America as early as 5,000 BCE. Bell peppers are available year-round, though they are less expensive ...

Your liver is the largest internal organ in your body -- and has a bunch of important jobs to do. It filters out dangerous chemicals, helps break down the food you eat, and builds proteins that ...