Surgery to help with weight loss is becoming more common and more varied, but these surgeries might not help with every weight-related issue, a new study says.

Almost one third of women of childbearing age are obese, which may affect the development of the unborn baby as well as the mother's long-term heart health.

Sugar may taste sweet, but as a new study suggests, it could be harming our hearts.

The ability to live and function independently is a big concern for seniors. A recent study found a simple way to help improve the quality of life in their later years.

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. New research may add more support to that claim, especially when it comes to teens.

Childhood obesity poses a large health problem for the United States. Yet, there is still very little data on when the risk for obesity begins.

For parents of children with peanut allergies, the thought of their child accidentally eating a peanut can cause big concerns. But what if children could become tolerant to small amounts of peanuts?

Being overweight carries many health risks, and one new study has shown that it may impact your wallet as well.

Many breast cancer survivors report decreases in energy that interfere with daily activities. Yoga can be a gentle exercise that could boost energy and reduce fatigue in these survivors.

If you're not a big fish eater, you may be missing out — or at least your brain might be missing out on a helpful nutrient found in fish oil.