New survey compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds condom use is up, but teen sexual behavior has not changed over the last decade, mea

Cohabitating doesn't provide the same health benefits for gay couples that marriage does for straights.

In the second Healthy Lunchtime Challenge kids enter their best original lunch recipes for a chance to attend the Kids’ State Dinner.

What you need to know to choose the best infant formula for your baby.

The world's forests support the planet's diverse creatures, and keeping forests robust also could help humanity achieve some of its biggest goals.

Health ratings on packages could influence consumers' purchasing decisions and drive food companies to make healthier products.

How healthy are all those cranberries you’ll be eating during the holiday season? You’ll like the answer.

How healthy is that egg? Lots of factors are involved, but the color of the egg shell isn't one of them.

From soothing sore throats and upset stomachs to fighting hiccups and diabetes, the health benefits of apple cider vinegar go beyond fold remedies.

From fighting dandruff and drunkenness to treating coughs and cuts, honey is a powerhouse of potential health benefits.

Here are five foods that will help keep your hair healthy.

The herb known as the 'divine root' comes in several forms that can be used to speed recovery and improve concentration, among other things.

From hindering kidney stones and taming inflammation to fighting disease, lemons are brimming with potential.

From headaches to anxiety, your aches can be eased using this ancient Chinese healing method.

Research is finding that probiotics might be useful in treating high blood pressure, anxiety, eczema and other maladies.

We know that spending time in nature is good for us, but researchers have now quantified the benefits.

Ginger root has been used medicinally for more than 2,000 years, here are just some health benefits of ginger.

How healthy are America's plants, animals and environment?

Just try not to think about who — or what — might be watching as you settle in for the night.

That tub of Vaseline that you probably remember seeing in your grandmother's house warrants a spot in your medicine cabinet, too.

Some studies show that marriage actually has a negative health effect.

How to add more of this healthful fruit to your diet.

Kale has a wide array of health benefits. Here's how to add this superfood into your diet.

From boosting immunity to helping your mood, pumpkin seeds offer many potential perks.

New research suggests that a gram of cinnamon a day can help reduce blood sugar and may boost metabolism.

Try this routine to help your body fight off the coughs and colds going around this season.

New scientific evidence backs up the benefits of mindfulness meditation.

Use a little imagination and a lot of love to create celebratory fare that even the staunchest traditionalists will enjoy.

Michael Pollan explains how healthcare costs are increasing while the amount of money people spend on good food is decreasing and suggests a change.

You can watch the live stream of the conference and follow my live tweets from the event.

The air at 85% of national parks is unhealthy at times, report finds, building on a study that said concentration of smog-forming ozone rivals that of cities.

A new EPA proposal attempts to limit toxic emissions of air pollutants from coal and oil-fired power plants.

New study finds several short bursts of exercise are just as effective as one long one.

Your social network predicts your health and wellness more than your fitness tracker, study finds.

Outdoor air pollution has now been classified as 'carcinogenic to humans' by the United Nations.

The WELL standard picks up where LEED and other standards fear to tread.

Sure herbs and spices taste wonderful, but do you know what benefits they provide to your body?

The biggest problem with potato chips is the oil they are fried in, but this company uses quality coconut oil!

If you have an outdoor view, you're getting the benefit of Mother Nature.

Turn that frown upside-down if you want to improve your health and live longer.

These small resolutions can make for a great start to the new year.

Zhena's Gypsy Tea is out with a new line of organic and fair trade green teas -- in enticing flavors like Coconut Rum and Berry Bellini.

6 tips for making healthy choices when you're eating out on a budget. It can be a challenge to find decent food for a decent price when eating out. This is how

Restaurants that focus on healthy food served quickly are growing, showing that consumers are ready to eat better.

Midwest EPA office to host forum discussing environmental justice and children's health issues.

New EPA report finds lower incidence of toxin exposures but greater rates of childhood diseases affecting today's children.

The slate of spending cuts could wreak havoc on everything from USDA meat inspections and FDA drug reviews to EPA research and national park staffing.

Entrepreneur Jonas Falk, 28, has grown a $20 million company, Organic Life, by serving great-tasting organic food at schools.

New York City's Board of Health voted on Sept. 13 to approve the "soda ban" that limits the sale of large sugary drinks within the city, according to tweets fro

Advocating for fitness and good nutrition wasn't enough to save these health experts from an early demise.