The Mediterranean diet has once again claimed the top spot in the annual Best Diets rankings from U.S. News & World Report, ...

A person in Louisiana exposed to bird flu by a backyard flock has died. This marks the first U.S. human death linked to H5N1 ...

Over-the-counter protein powders have levels of lead and heavy metals like cadmium that exceed government food safety regulations, according to a report issued by the Clean Label Project, a consumer ...

A morning cup of joe appears to be good for the heart, but it might be time to reconsider the afternoon coffee run.

Evidence continues to mount showing that eating red meat and drinking alcohol increase the risk of colorectal cancer.

Scalp psoriasis is a common skin disorder. It may look different on different skin tones. If you're light- to medium-skinned, it often shows up as raised, reddish, or salmon-colored patches with ...

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Lemongrass is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia and a common ingredient in Thai cuisine. Now grown in Africa, Australia, and North and South America, lemongrass is widely used as a natural ...

Marmite is a thick paste made from the yeast byproduct left over from beer brewing. It was discovered by accident when a German scientist realized that leftover brewer’s yeast could be ...

Bipolar I disorder is a mental health condition that causes extreme ups and downs in mood and energy. You might hear it called “manic-depressive disorder” or “manic depression,” which are ...

Knowing which kind of psoriasis you have helps you and your doctor make a treatment plan. Most people have only one type at a time. Experts believe psoriasis is an autoimmune disease. It means ...

Marijuana — also called weed, grass, or pot, among other names — is a mind-altering substance that comes from the cannabis plant. It's one of the most used drugs in the U.S., especially among ...