There is a growing body of research on sleep extension and the potential implications on athletic performance.

Think of these commandments as a guide to best navigate the world of health and fitness through the information overload on the web and mainstream media.

British researchers have discovered a protein in the endothelial lining of human blood vessels that acts as an exercise sensor.

Cinnamon may lessen the risk of cardiovascular damage of a high-fat diet by activating the body's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory systems.

Sherpas have genetically adapted to living in low oxygen environments and this could be good news for preventing more deaths in ICUs.

It can make older brains work as efficiently as a younger adult's brain. Plus, a shot 30 minutes before your workout has some benefits.

The analysis of the data proved that a predisposition to a higher waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) did lead to higher levels of glucose, insulin, lipids, and systolic blood pressure. The fact that men...

Could an unhealthy lifestyle be the real cause of health problems and not red meat consumption?

College-level athletes should be in the prime of their lives and in peak physical condition, yet football season strains and ages their hearts.

Grip strength is not only fundamental to daily function, but it looks to be be a clear indicator of cardiovascular health and mortality.

High blood pressure has little to do with salt intake but everything to do with our lifestyle choices.

Mushrooms are nutritional beasts. Could they be part of the formula for chronic disease prevention and longer life?

When you look at a sport like cycling, complete with high-speed crashes and prolific drug use, it’s hard to believe top cyclists actually outlive their countrymen by an average of five years.

The good news is it’s pretty easy to reduce your salt intake, and most people will get enough sodium simply from natural foods. Here are ten tips to employ if you need to lower your salt consumption.

Sometimes I just think researchers hate red meat. Is the new hot news about red meat being bad for you for real? Or is the media hyping it up and missing the actual useful facts about carnitine.

Statins are designed to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease. They are used by many, many people. But do statins negate the positive effects of supplementing with fish oil?

Sudden deaths are an all too familiar story in youth sports. Now, new research has led to new suggestions for heart health screenings for young athletes.