The risk of suffering an ischaemic stroke is 16% less in people who have green spaces less than 300 metres from their homes.

Elite sleepers show psychological resilience and resistance to neurodegenerative conditions that may point the way to fending off disease.

The AHA advises people eat healthy sources of protein, mostly from plants and may include seafood and low-fat or fat-free dairy products.

Among the trends in functional beverages are products that provide an edge in managing stress and support better focus and cognition.

The poll, conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Apple Vacations, aimed to uncover the tell-tale signs of people needing a getaway.

It is increasingly recognized that getting enough sleep, particularly high-quality sleep, is important for cardiovascular health.

Restricted blood flow means activity becomes more difficult and can lead to a reduction in how much exercise is possible.

Individuals looking to consume more healthy fatty acids via food should eat more oily fish, flax seeds, walnuts, and related oils.

Artificial sweeteners disrupt bacteria communication, which indicates that artificial sweeteners may be problematic in the long run.

Research found that in humid climates, the temperatures to which humans can adapt may be lower than previously thought.

Fat tissue plays an important role in human health. However, our fat tissue loses function as we age, which can lead to type 2 diabetes.

If it seems like mosquitoes love you more than other people, they very well might as around 20% of people are particularly irresistible.

Episodic memory is the kind that deals with events that happened to you in the past. It’s also one of the first to decline with age.

A system that can analyze a segment of video and identify the yoga postures, asana, being practiced would be a useful tool for instruction.

Monash University, Australia scientists have discovered an enzyme that is key to why exercise improves our health.

Study confirms the health benefits of moderate calorie restrictions in humans — and identifies a key protein that could extend health.

It’s already well known that prunes are good for your gut, but new Penn State research suggests they may be good for bone health, too.

Over 6,000 study participants, who lost more than 50 pounds and kept the weight off more than three years, offer tips to succeed.

Lifting weights for as little as three seconds a day can have a positive impact on muscle strength, a new ECU study has discovered.

Eating a hot dog could cost you 36 minutes of healthy life, while choosing to eat a serving of nuts could help you gain 26 minutes of life.