You likely know that a fatty diet is bad for you, but that may all depend on what kind of fats you're talking about.

Weight loss surgery can produce dramatic results, but it seems that keeping the weight off can be a challenge.

Your day-to-day activities just may halve your risk for heart failure.

Sugary drinks may taste good, but they may also take a big toll on public health.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the US, but watching for certain risk factors may help give your heart a chance.

Good, better, best — when it comes to cholesterol, you want more of the good kind. But there may be an even better version of the good kind.

A cluster of health problems — collectively known as metabolic syndrome — puts many at possible risk for heart disease and stroke. The good news? Rates for this condition appear to be stabilizing in the US.

They say teens will eat anything that isn't nailed down. If that includes nuts, it could improve teens' health.

Wine, cheese, seafood and pasta — could this really be a heart-healthy diet? Actually, it could be. Called the Mediterranean diet, it includes fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, fish, olive oil and red wine in moderation.