Wellness

The number on the scale alone can't tell you whether you're at a healthy weight. Because height is also a factor, scientists came up with a mathematical formula called Body Mass Index (BMI). Learn how to calculate your BMI.

By Stephanie Wilson

Dieting is a multibillion dollar industry in the United States, but it doesn't work for most people. The story tends to stay the same -- lose 20 pounds, gain back 30. But there are healthy, effective ways to lose weight. Find out why most diets fail and what you can do to make yours work.

By Marshall Brain

Preventative care and services, like immunizations and yearly physicals, are performed in an effort to prevent an illness or injury. Find out if they make a difference in your health.

By Melissa Jeffries

You don't always have to go to the gym to burn calories because the activities you do every day can help with weight loss. Read our list of 20 activities and the calories they burn.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Some activities burn more calories than others, so knowing which activities burn the most calories in the shortest time can be helpful to those with busy schedules. Read our list to learn which activities burn the most calories.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Vaccinations are largely viewed as the most successful medical advancement in the history of public health. But who came up with the idea for vaccines? And do we give too many shots now?

By Alia Hoyt

About 65 percent of Americans are either obese or overweight, and the CDC has classified obesity as an epidemic, yet recent studies have shown that obese people with chronic diseases have a better chance of survival than normal-weight individuals do.

By Craig Freudenrich, Ph.D.

In 2007, Chinese-made products were taken off the shelves in what could be record-breaking numbers. Everything from toys to toothpaste to dog food to computer batteries were found with dangerous or toxic levels of lead.

By Jacob Silverman

Losing weight doesn't have to be a painful and grueling process. A simple 30-minute walk while enjoying the sunset can burn as much as 1500 calories each week. Read our list of 25 simple steps to a healthier you.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Some countries have a higher life expectancy because of economic and social reasons. Wealth appears to be the biggest factor in life expectancy, as it provides access to quality health care.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

The best way to avoid foot trouble is to use preventive care. If you learn a few simple ways to exercise, stretch, and protect your feet with carefully chosen footwear, your feet will hold up for a lifetime. Learn more foot care tips in this article.

By Michael King

Back strengthening exercises define back muscles and help prevent back injury. Develop a stronger back with these exercise instructions and photos.

By Lottie Olson

Try these biceps exercises to tone and strengthen your upper arms. This article has step-by-step directions and helpful photos for each exercise.

By Lottie Olson

Chest exercises like the press and fly build and tone your chest muscles. Learn how to do several chest exercises with these illustrated directions.

By Lottie Olson

Triceps exercises strengthen and tone the muscles in the back of the upper arms. Get step-by-step directions and photos for several triceps exercises.

By Lottie Olson

Strengthen your core with these abdominal and lower back exercises. Our illustrated instructions guide you through each exercise, step by step.

By Lottie Olson

Glutes exercises strengthen and tone your glutes, or butt. These illustrated instructions show you how to do several glutes exercises.

By Lottie Olson

Try these shoulder exercises to tone and strengthen your shoulders. This article has step-by-step directions and helpful photos for each exercise.

By Lottie Olson

As your body ages, it unfortunately does not improve. Not only will your metabolism slow down, but your body will also become much more susceptible to chronic diseases. However, advances in health care can help prevent these diseases. Learn about senior health.

By Liz Ward

Regular physical activity can improve heart health, strength, and endurance. Explore the many other mental and physical benefits of exercise.

By Adrienne Forman

Alternative diets for seniors may be the answer to your weight-loss issues, though there are risks. Most of the risks stem from the unconventional approach to weight loss a particular diet may take.

By Densie Webb

Some of the most popular calorie-control diets for seniors include Jenny Craig and Nutrisystem. Because of the number of choices available, it can be difficult to find which diets are safe. Read more about these and other calorie-control diets.

By Densie Webb

Knowing how and why your body changes with age can help you prevent certain conditions and slow down the aging process. Learn about the anatomical and sensory effects of aging.

By Liz Ward

Botanicals have been receiving a lot of press lately, but they can be dangerous. Constant bombardment of information about herbs that promise health and youth can often times hide the harmful effects of an herb. Learn about the safety of botanicals for seniors.

By Liz Ward

Supplements for seniors can help to control hormones and even protect against cancer. The endless list of anti-aging supplements also aid in the lowering of cholesterol, which raises overall health. Learn about the pros and cons of supplements for seniors.

By Liz Ward