Kidney and nerve tissue cells can form memories much like brain cells, one new study has found. Another recent study says that memories of obesity stored in fat tissue may be partly responsible for ...

A study underscores the value of physical activity. Researchers found patients who responded in a survey that they are physically active have a statistically significant lower risk of having 19 ...

I f your goal is to be happier in the year ahead, you might focus on your body rather than your mind. You can start right now ...

University of Iowa researchers are recommending all patients be surveyed about their physical activity levels, after a new ...

Exercise doesn’t just wake up your body; it also energizes your mind. In the first few minutes, your brain becomes activated ...

“We were surprised that an activity as popular, fun, and healthy as hula hooping wasn’t understood even at a basic physics ...

It's been well known for many decades that exercise provides many benefits to our health. But a new scientific consortium is ...

There are simple ways to stave off health problems - and enjoy a life rich in vitality and purpose. Start by walking up hills ...

Mice inoculated with the human gut microbiome had the highest fasting glucose, highest triglyceride levels, lowest ...

Hibernating animals are remarkably good at preserving lean body mass. Though they lose fat, they hold on to most of their ...

The human body contains proteins that are designed to protect us from cancerous growths. Like most proteins, to do their job properly, these “guardians” have to fold into a specific three-dimensional ...