You may not drink every day, or even every week. Or maybe you do. But there’s the occasional special weekend when you have a few. Is that a problem? If you have certain metabolic risk factors, it could be — especially for your liver.

Summer sun can do a number on your skin. But new research suggests one juicy fruit may help support your skin’s natural defenses from the inside out — by influencing genes tied to the skin barrier and oxidative stress.

Most people don’t think twice about using disinfectant sprays, but new research suggests what you breathe in while cleaning could be more harmful than if you swallowed it…

Congratulations! You worked hard, pushed through the struggle and reached your goal weight. Now comes the challenge of keeping it off. Good news: Research suggests fewer daily steps than previously thought may help prevent those pounds from creeping back.

Wellness routines meant to ease stress can feel like just one more thing to do. They take time. They ask you to slow down, breathe deeply and quiet a mind that doesn’t always cooperate. But what if feeling calmer could be as simple as listening for just one minute?

Have you ever wondered why salt can worsen high blood pressure? Or why young people are less sensitive to salt’s effect on blood pressure? It comes down to slowed production of an anti-aging factor known as the Klotho protein…

Air pollution particles may do more than irritate your lungs, they may affect your brain. If you’re 40+, a simple home appliance that cleans your air may also rev up your brain. Here’s what the study found and how to put cleaner air to work for a healthier brain as you age.

Fiber maxxing is a popular TikTok trend, encouraging people to load up on beans, chia seeds, oats, berries and other fiber-rich foods. While most of us could benefit from more fiber, the trend isn’t for everyone. Let’s take it with a spoonful of context…

Your gums may say more about your health than you realize. That’s because chronic kidney disease and gum disease may fuel each other through inflammation, immune changes and harmful oral bacteria. That makes these things a top priority…

Your immune system can get tired with age, but what if aging immune cells could act young again? Researchers are studying a compound that may help T cells renew their power source. And your gut may be able to make it from foods you already know.

For decades, doctors have treated AFib using three main pillars: medications for heart rate, procedures to fix the heart’s rhythm, and blood thinners to prevent stroke. But an overlooked 4th pillar could reverse it…

Walking comes naturally easy to us as adults. But the way we walk tends to vary from person to person. That’s no big deal unless it’s a difference that signals one of these 12 hidden health problems tipped off by how you walk…