The Alternative Daily

Sugar is present in the American diet in alarming ways. The American lifestyle of eating high amounts of processed foods can be deadly and many of us are not even aware of how much sugar we are consuming. We Crave...

Q: I thought I was born with my genes (some from Mom, some from Dad), and they made me who I am. Now I hear that how you live day-to-day turns genes on and off. Does that change who...

Do you ever feel out of control in your body? Maybe it feels impossible to lose weight or keep it off when you do actually shed a few pounds. You might feel chronically lethargic or moody, but didn't feel...

John Cena and his WWE opponents might epitomize the macho mayhem testosterone is supposed to create. But that mostly male hormone (gals have 5 percent to 10 percent of guys' levels) fosters more than posturing and aggression. It's important...

Far too many children spend most of their free time in front of the television or a computer. If they also drink sodas at the same time, they have a higher risk of developing obesity, according to a recent...

If you favor sizzling bacon and salty slices of ham, you might want to reserve these menu choices for special occasions, thanks to a growing body of science that says "No" to consuming processed meats. Researchers have linked higher consumption...

"The League of Incredible Vegetables," the latest video in the Veggie Tales series, might convince your kids that good-for-you foods have superpowers that they want, too. But who's gonna persuade Mom and Dad to enjoy (well-washed) fruits and veggies...

In a Canadian study, it was recently found that a mere 30 minutes of daily exercise not only reduces obesity levels, but it also improves cognitive function. Participants found they were able to think more clearly, make faster decisions...

As women move into middle age, they are often urged by their doctors to get a mammogram to screen for breast cancer. However, new research has found potential health risks associated with this test. There are alternative tests and...

Q: I'm only 19, but my hair is about 40 percent gray. Why is this and what can I do about it? A: You are young to have gray hair, but it happens. And usually there's not much you can...