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American Heart Association News Heart disease is once again the leading cause of death in the U.S., according to a new statistical report from the American Heart Association. Cardiovascular diseases, ...

As BMI is increasingly recognized as an imperfect way to measure health, UVA researchers share other metrics they rely upon.

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A pear is a fruit that’s rich in essential antioxidants, plant compounds, and dietary fiber. People consume pears to help with many conditions. Here’s what to know.

Body weight and body mass index alone are not enough to predict whether someone will develop a metabolic disease. A new atlas of cells in fat tissue could help to explain why some overweight people ...

A study has found that, among women with breast cancer, aerobic exercise significantly decreases risk for cardiovascular disease.

Most people think of juicing as a healthy cleanse, but this study offers a reality check,” said senior study author Dr.

Explore how the liver functions, common liver conditions, and tips to maintain liver health through lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and responsible alcohol use.

Heart disease has been this country’s leading cause of death for more than a century, but according to the American Heart ...

Scientists from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have discovered a potential new drug that could ...

Containing more protein than eggs and a lot of gut-friendly fibre, beans are the humble food we all need to supercharge our ...