Confronted with an abundance of confusing and sometimes contradictory information regarding heart disease, it can be difficult for people to figure out what factors and behaviors truly lower their risk. Making the right choices can…

Sugar is the generic name for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food. Carbohydrates, along with fat and protein, are macronutrients that provide the body with energy. Carbohydrates are found in all…

What You Should Know Overview Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes with seasons. SAD typically begins in late fall or early winter and goes away during the spring and summer …

Diabetes is a number of diseases that involve problems with the hormone insulin. Normally, the pancreas releases insulin to help your body store and use the sugar and fat from the food you eat. Diabetes …

Signs, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and…