Don't underestimate the power of small changes that progress over time.

Bariatric surgery set Tonya Woods on the right path. A personal trainer, a high-tech gym and an indomitable attitude helped her stick to that path.

Look for products with 70 percent cocoa or higher.

Middle-age guys who want to reclaim their health through diet and exercise should expect the unexpected—but anticipate results, too.

Reduce your risks by eating fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, skinless poultry, fish, nuts and beans.

The best advice you'll ever hear: Grow with SEEDS—the Seven Essential Elements of Daily Success.

Garlic has a number of compounds that supply health-boosting effects, making it a key superfood.

Eating healthful foods, engaging in physical activity and avoiding alcohol is tied to lower overall risk.

Fresh vegetables and fruits are a must for nearly every diet, especially those living with diabetes.

Chemical culprits include bisphenols, phthalates, perfluoroalkyls, artificial food colors, nitrates and nitrites.

Obtaining 15 percent of your daily calories through meat, nuts or other sources will leave you feeling fuller and help conserve muscle as you lose fat.

Items low on the index can keep levels in check and ensure long-term payoff in weight loss.