Energy drinks are popular beverages among teens, but one new study suggests that teens who make these drinks a daily part of their diet may boost their risk of drug and alcohol use.

The first step to recognizing a potential health risk is identifying it. This is particularly important when it comes to individuals recognizing whether they or loved ones are a healthy weight.

The heart keeps us going day in, day out, though we don't often stop and consider how to keep it going. Officials are encouraging people to devote time to heart health awareness this month.

Surgery to help with weight loss is becoming more common and more varied, but these surgeries might not help with every weight-related issue, a new study says.

Almost one third of women of childbearing age are obese, which may affect the development of the unborn baby as well as the mother's long-term heart health.

Sugar may taste sweet, but as a new study suggests, it could be harming our hearts.

The ability to live and function independently is a big concern for seniors. A recent study found a simple way to help improve the quality of life in their later years.

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. New research may add more support to that claim, especially when it comes to teens.

Childhood obesity poses a large health problem for the United States. Yet, there is still very little data on when the risk for obesity begins.

Being overweight carries many health risks, and one new study has shown that it may impact your wallet as well.