Belly fat becomes increasingly common as we age. But researchers have discovered something that could make it far more dangerous: having too little of one important vitamin at the same time.

Three common midlife health risks may quietly chip away at your dementia-free years. Research suggests the difference could add up to nearly 13 years — and the good news is, these are risks you can do something about…

Most of us think heart attack risk comes down to clogged arteries. But a more immediate threat may be plaque that’s vulnerable to rupture. The good news? Several of the risks tied to dangerous plaque are ones you can change.

Most people know CoQ10 helps produce the energy your heart needs. What’s less well known is what it does for your arteries — a second job just as important. Here’s why CoQ10 can matter twice as much for your cardiovascular health.

Buying supplements online couldn’t be easier. But counterfeit products, third-party sellers and hard-to-trace supply chains are reasons for caution. Here are five risks to know and five simple reasons going directly to the brand can offer greater peace of mind.

Your muscles don’t necessarily have to act their age. In fact, much of what we think of as muscle aging may not be inevitable. Discover what staying active does inside muscle cells, and how key nutrients can support the energy that powers them.

Belly fat can be stubborn — and the deeper fat carried around your middle is tied to serious health risks. But here’s encouraging news: Packing the right workout into just one day could be an effective way to shrink your waist and reduce body fat.

That cool, smooth sensation from a vape may seem harmless. But researchers have discovered that some of the very chemicals added to make vaping feel less harsh can interfere with the heart’s electrical rhythm, especially when nicotine is part of the mix.

From longer life, to better brain, liver and metabolic health, coffee’s reputation as a healthy beverage keeps getting stronger. Now researchers may have uncovered one of the cellular mechanisms behind its benefits, and caffeine appears to be far from the most important player.

Chronic pain can rob you of sleep — and poor sleep can make pain feel even worse. Researchers say a familiar bedtime supplement may have an unexpected advantage: It appears to target both sides of that vicious cycle.

Exercise is great for the brain. And if your exercise game includes bodybuilding, you may have an edge over the rest of us: halting the progression of Alzheimer’s. But if weight training is off the table for you, there’s an easier way…

While sleeping, your brain switches on a powerful anti-aging hormone that helps preserve muscle and bone, reduce fat and support a healthier metabolism. Scientists have uncovered the brain circuit behind it, and how to help keep it working as you age.