Inflammation

Eating ultraprocessed food may increase the likelihood of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and anxiety, according to a recent review. Here's why.

The health of the body’s internal ecosystem can determine how well the body resists cancer, both before and after a diagnosis. While each of us needs unique support, our diet and lifestyle choices can help us build a healthier terrain right now.

Type 2 diabetes has become an epidemic, but it can be reversed, says Jason Fung, MD. Here's how.

We can’t control all the risk factors for insulin resistance. However, there are still plenty of ways to improve our metabolic health.

High blood glucose and prediabetes diagnoses are becoming increasingly common, even among people who are otherwise in good health. Discover the factors that contribute to a concerning A1C reading, along with diet and lifestyle strategies that can help you regulate your blood-glucose levels.

This framework can help simplify the process of diagnosing and treating complex digestive disorders.

The coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan can offer a better picture of who should actually take statins. Here's why.

A woman with MS shares how she’s learning to love life — and her body — after her diagnosis.

Yes, people with long COVID have specific biomarkers in their blood, according to a recent study in the journal Nature.

Edema is a common cause for swollen feet and ankles. Here's what you can do about it.

Peripheral neuropathy is a common cause for numbness and tingling in hands and feet. Here's what you can do about it.

According to nutritional psychiatrist Drew Ramsey, MD, these are the most important nutrients for supporting your mental health.

Building a solid nutritional foundation for mental health starts with recognizing how food may be contributing to low mood. These are some of the factors.

Not only do your feet carry you from place to place, but they can provide early warning signs for diabetes, thyroid problems, and even heart disease. Here's what your feet may be saying about your overall health.

Walking may decrease knee pain among those with osteoarthritis — and it may even prevent additional joint damage, according to a recent study.

Bouts of high-intensity exercise may ease the effects of this common neurodegenerative disease, according to a recent study.