Obesity has become a national epidemic, and your young son or daughter may be too heavy or at risk for future weight problems. Pediatricians now track body mass index.

Mar 26, 2008 - Cyndi Allison

Calculating the BMI or Body Mass Index can be a good indication of the level of an individual's weight, and can help keep obesity and under weight problems at bay.

Mar 15, 2010 - Sharon Kasanda

Many diabetes symptoms may initially appear harmless. Learn to recognize them early and help prevent escalation of the disease and potential complications.

Apr 24, 2010 - Christine Scivicque

Much has been made of America's obesity epidemic and its associated costs. What doesn't seem to get as much attention is the unhealthy effects of being underweight.

Mar 10, 2010 - Stephen Allen Christensen

90% of all people die of stress related disease or injury. Yet few people know anything about it.

Jan 7, 2011 - Robert Nadler

The condition of nails can be a litmus test of our general health. Here are a few signs and changes to look out for and what they might mean

Jan 29, 2011 - Heather Donaldson

Wondering why your body is acting differently? Have you been drinking enough water? Here are the seven early warning signs of dehydration.

Dec 19, 2010 - Alison Hornsey

While some women embrace the changes their bodies undergo during pregnancy with little anxiety, others struggle to accept their changing bodies and pregnancy weight gain.

Jan 29, 2010 - Bridget Montgomery

Obesity is the excessive accumulation of body fat. The health effects of obesity can include an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer and high blood pressure.

Sep 18, 2009 - Sharon Kirby

A public health professional discussed the role of public health and the relationship between the built environment and health at recent bicycling and walking conference.

Sep 8, 2008 - Sara E. Lewis

While more research is needed, studies indicate this acidic substance reduces blood sugar in type 2 diabetics and reduces blood pressure, hunger & fat accumulation.

Jul 15, 2009 - Laura Owens

Fitness education, understanding the body, and learning and applying sensible, approved techniques for exercise and nutrition is key to optimal health.

Jun 25, 2010 - Clarice Cook

Many Americans choose to ignore health advice, despite the risks. Will printing gruesome images of cancer on cigarette packs scare smokers off their habit?

Apr 3, 2011 - Wendy A.M. Prosser

The role of fitness in man's survival has been known since the dawn of history. Today's epidemic of chronic diseases reflects an erosion in fitness.

Aug 30, 2010 - Michael Onwochei

Definitions of childhood obesity vary around the globe, but prevalence continues to rise, with obesity and its health effects seen as largely preventable.

May 11, 2010 - Christine Redmond

The lack of good health ripples through the family, caregiver, and even to society as a whole. It can domino into problems of finances, stress and illness.

Apr 18, 2010 - Hildra Tague

SCOUT trial results indicate obesity drug treatment sibutramine (Meridia, Reductil) raises health risks in obese or overweight at high cardiovascular risk, posing concern

Jan 27, 2010 - Christine Redmond

The American Heart Association has identified seven goals for personal health you can aim for to improve cardiovascular health & prevent heart disease.

Jan 29, 2011 - Frieda Paton

A shrinking size may be accompanied by health hazards. Learn how certain diets can precede an eating disorder.

May 16, 2011 - Tracy Dye

Who is at risk of developing this devastating disease? Type 2 diabetes causes have been well-researched and those who meet the criteria may be in danger.

Apr 8, 2010 - Christine Scivicque