The authors of a new study report that even if you lose a little weight—just 5 percent of your body weight—you can gain big health benefits. Since a 5 percent goal is more attainable than 10 percent or more, you can feel good about your achievement, be less likely to feel discouraged, and still enjoy better health.

The sirtfood diet promises that you can lose 7 pounds in 7 days and still eat chocolate and drink wine. However, is it just another fad, or does the diet actually work? Dietician Emer Delaney has shared her views on sirtfoods, and you will want to talk to you doctor before making any changes to your diet.

Several studies have found that being overweight can increase the risk of having acne. Diet appears to be linked to acne, so it is not surprising that the food you eat can have an impact on your skin. A study published in Dermato-Endocrinology mentions that low-glycemic diets may help reduce the risk of acne, and researchers recommend that more time be devoted to this topic.

The American Medical Association confirms that medical negligence is one of the top three causes of death in the country. Although negligence falls in third place after cancer and heart disease, it costs billions every year and destroys millions of lives. In addition, only 14 percent of treatment errors are actually reported by hospitals while the number of mistakes grows.

It may sound extreme, but there is new evidence that breathing might be contributing to the obesity epidemic. You might be asking how it's possible. Weight gain and obesity could be fueled by air pollution.

For people who are trying to lose weight, it could be helpful to know how individuals who maintain a healthy weight are able to do so. That was the premise of the Global Healthy Weight Registry, previously known as the Slim by Design Registry.

Are you thinking of trying swimming for weight loss, but have been told it’s a waste of time compared to other exercise activities? Here’s an important swimming secret for weight loss and how this exercise compares against walking toward losing weight.

Yesterday I saw this beautiful before-and-after weight loss picture, shared on one of the Runners' Facebook group and asked Melissa McKellar Swartz to share her story with EmaxHealth.com readers. "When I look at myself now, I see how far I still have to go, then this picture from 2012 pops up, and I realize just how far I've come," wrote Melissa. Here is her contribution to our transformation stories.

The WHO, CDC and other large health organizations have created official travel warnings for anyone who may be planning to visit South America because of an outbreak of the Zika virus. Although knowledge about the virus is limited, there is a strong warning for those who are pregnant and may become pregnant based on potential health risks for unborn children. The virus has also raised other questions, and researchers are taking a closer look at it. Could the Zika virus also be one of the viral infections that has been linked to obesity? Is the virus responsible for microcephaly in babies?

When people learn that I have been following a plant-based diet for more than four decades, one question that I’m frequently asked is whether a vegetarian diet can help with weight loss. My reply is that generally, yes, and that it depends on what your diet is like now and what changes you are willing to make in adopting a healthful vegetarian diet.

Researchers have found that obesity can be a challenge for girls who have autism. Although parents often complain about their autistic children being underweight and having issues with food, scientists have discovered a growing number of children are actually dealing with obesity and autism at the same time. This is an overlooked demographic, but it deserves attention.

The number of people with multiple sclerosis who experience taste problems (aka, taste deficits) is unclear, although some experts believe it ranges from 5 to 20 percent of individuals with MS. A new study from a team at the University of Pennsylvania’s Smell and Taste Center decided to explore this issue further.

Although men are notorious for not wanting to go to a doctor, there are several common health problems that put them at risk. It is important that men pay attention to their health and discuss their concerns with a doctor. The following three health conditions can put their life at risk and cause serious complications.

Your BMI may not be such a good indicator or your health, says a new study that warns labeling someone as overweight or obese based on their BMI is a deeply flawed measure of health that may unfairly cost many Americans more for their healthcare coverage than they should have to pay otherwise.

Gastrointestinal symptoms affect approximately one in five people and are often treated with a variety of over-the-counter medications that vary in their effectiveness and can cause side effects. A natural remedy called perilla has recently been found to provide significant relief in several studies.