Zinc oxide, a compound typically used for hospital wound care, may find new life as an active ingredient in deodorant.

Speculative research is probing a possible link between gum disease and Alzheimer's.

Even a modest increase in fitness level can improve longevity and quality of life.

Good news: Smiling may indeed boost your mood. Bad news: Frowning will bring you down.

Yoga practitioners have long touted their craft as a path to optimal health for mind and body. Now researchers agree—there's a curious power to the downward dog.

On the mend after injury or surgery? The right foods—and sometimes a few supplements—can hasten your recovery.

The speed of your strength-training workout is a strong indicator of your overall health—and could hint at your possible lifespan.

Jump Jam encourages healthy, active lifestyles for area students.

Avoid flimsy footwear to keep calluses and injuries at bay this summer.

Want to trim down on saturated fat, but still gain protein and nutrients? Develop an eye for leaner cuts and grass-fed varieties.

If your enthusiasm for fitness is waning, a walking group could bring new energy—and accountability.

Follow these tips for proper storage and disposal to help safeguard your kids.