Health

Carol S. Dweck, PhD, a renowned Stanford University professor, helps us understand why having the right mindset affects everything we do.

Three things to know about synthetic fragrances.

The average American eats 70 grams of fructose per day — a number triple the recommended daily limit.

Your body is changing for the better. But is your brain on board? A cognitive psychologist explains how to be on the lookout for the unconscious “mental frames” that can bring your progress to a halt.

Not all abdominal fat is created equal. Here’s what you need to know about the difference between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat.

A recent study suggests that spending a few minutes putting your worries on paper before a test or presentation can measurably improve results.

Looking to make some positive changes in your life? Certified professional life coach Kate Larsen shows you how. Apply her four-step system to your personal and career goals — and prepare to discover some interesting things about yourself in the process.

A biochemist born and raised in India shares his passion for aromatic spices and their extraordinary health benefits. Here are five favorites, available in any grocery store, that can help treat and prevent a surprising number of diseases.

Meet five visionaries who are leading the charge to better health, and a healthier world.

Martin Seligman, one of positive psychology’s founding fathers, offers a new picture of the good life, and explains how each of us can cultivate it.

The electromagnetic radiation surrounding us — especially from cell phones — may pose unseen dangers to our health. Learn what you can do to reduce your exposure to EMFs.

Discover nine easy escapes to nature to recharge your mind, refresh your body, and reconnect with the outdoors.

No one wants to talk about constipation. But it’s a chronic problem that undermines the health of millions of Americans. Are you one of them?

If you haven’t yet heard about Latham Thomas, get ready. Dr. Oz describes her as a “fitness and nutrition powerhouse,” but that only begins to describe the scope of her efforts and accomplishments.