High-salt diets typically ring alarm bells because of their association with heart disease. A new study shows that salt intake may affect some patients' neurological health, too.

Many people hit the gym when they want to decrease belly fat. More exercise, though, may not reduce belly fat in some kids.

Consumers may check for trans fats on nutrition labels, but a new study suggests that these labels may not tell the full trans-fat story.

Patients can reduce some risks for heart disease — like high blood pressure, metabolic conditions and cigarette smoking — through counseling and lifestyle changes, a recent study suggested.

Staying up late, watching TV at night and drinking coffee may not seem like dangerous activities, but they can seriously harm adolescents' health.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants women of childbearing age and young children to eat more fish that are lower in mercury. But Consumer Reports is taking issue with some of the FDA's recommendations and actions.

Losing excess weight is good for the health. But it may also be good for the finances, suggest the authors of a new study.

Over one-third of adults in the United Sates are obese, and many other nations struggle with obesity. One weight-loss strategy may come from something most people do every day — the daily commute.

Being obese in middle age can cause immediate health problems. But it may also affect brain health in the decades to come.

An out-of-sync heartbeat can have dangerous health consequences. But exercise may offer a prevention method.