For the first time, scientists have shown a significant improvement in autism symptoms associated with vitamin D supplementation in a double-blind clinical trial. The findings suggest that parents of children who are on the autism spectrum may see some beneficial effects if they supplement their kids with vitamin D.

Sciatica is a condition where you experience constant radiating leg pain that sometimes is accompanied with lower back pain. The good news is that it's very treatable. Here are some options you should consider.

Although the best and safest way to lose weight is a solid regimen of diet and exercise, there are many medical procedures where doctors can directly remove fat from your body. You should really only resort to these if you really can't stick to a diet and exercise plan despite your best efforts. CoolSculpting is one such medical procedure – but is it safe?

You're exercising hard and dieting even harder – but can you tell if it's working? Here are a few things you should keep in mind so that you don't feel discouraged when you see your weight rise for no apparent reason.

Do you want to stay fit while you are on vacation and still have fun? Then, consider these ideas that will keep you in shape.

Researchers have reported there is an increased risk of delinquency and dropping out of school by 12 years old when children are exposed to tobacco smoke at home early in life.

A healthy diet and an active lifestyle are important for blood sugar control in both prediabetes and in Type 2 Diabetes.

Researchers say that growth of Salmonella may be encouraged by pre-cut salad.

Researchers have found that there is more protein and iron in dry beans that cook quickly than in the varieties that cook slower.

Researchers have found a Mediterranean-style diet may decrease heart failure in elderly people.

Have you ever considered breast implants? Although you should be happy with your body, if you're seriously considering the procedure, here are a few things you should know.

Consumers are used to hearing about the weight loss and antioxidant virtues of green tea extract, but evidence that this natural remedy can have a positive effect on cholesterol has been short changed. Now a new study has found that green tea extract can be beneficial for women concerned about their cholesterol.

Researchers have found that brain training may help to prevent dementia.

Do you have an Rh-negative blood type, and are you currently pregnant? If the answer is yes, then you may need Rhogam shots.

Researchers say it's not necessary to be an athlete to lower the risk factors for cardiovascular disease.