General Health & Wellness

It’s what we all seek, and it seems like everyone has an opinion about how to get there. We’ll help you cut through the clutter with expert insights to help you manage your family’s health and wellness needs.

The origin of polycystic ovary syndrome?

Study: A gene involved in male hormone production may affect development of the condition.

B12 deficiency—spot the signs

Symptoms include cognitive problems, fatigue, weakness, weight loss, constipation and numbness in hands and feet.

Deadly duo: Work stress, no sleep

Study: These two factors make you three times more likely to die from heart disease.

Clip calories with tiny tweaks

Swapping a handful ingredients can trim about 200 calories from these typical meals.

The indiscriminate snore

Study: Women snore, too, and should take it seriously.

Finish line moments

Raised arms and smiles mix with a little pain as River Bank Run participants reach their finish line.

Top 10 food ingredients to avoid

Some on the list might surprise you.

Let age be your sage

A workout for a 20-something isn't apt to work for a Boomer. Choose a fitness plan that suits your age and lifestyle.

A blood test may reveal your heart health

Specific proteins released by a damaged heart may help doctors quickly identify patients at high risk of heart attack and stroke.

Running on empty?

Whole foods can fix that.

Run your way to your best self

One woman changes her life, look and longevity by focusing on one important goal.

Subtract the additive

Propionate, a common additive in breads and baked goods, may trigger a metabolic response linked to obesity and diabetes.