Once you pass a certain age, maintaining a healthy level of cardiovascular fitness may start to feel like a lost cause. But that may not actually be the case, says a new study.

Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and disability in the United States. What if you could help prevent stroke without leaving the kitchen? 

Older adults now have another reason to add gardening or a leisurely evening walk into their daily routines.

Here's another reason to make whole grains and vegetables a part of your diet: Getting enough dietary fiber may be a life-changing health decision for people who've had a heart attack.

Consuming lots of sugary drinks can expand your waistline, but you may not be aware of what it also might do to your blood pressure.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death and disability around the world, and most cases are due to diet and lifestyle factors. But which factors matter the most?

Heart disease and stroke are the main causes of death and disability in people with diabetes. Exercise, however, has proven to be a great way to lower that risk.

Passing up a sweet treat can take willpower, but a new study suggests it’s for the best, as consuming extra sugar calories may be bad for your heart.

Many diets stress the need to cut down on salt. But the average person’s salt consumption may already be in the ideal range, according to a new study.

For people with chronic high blood sugar, exercise and a healthy diet could delay or prevent diabetes. New research shows those interventions could even save lives.