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Developing a lifelong exercise habit is key to bariatric surgery success. To stick with exercising, find what you like to do, but switch it up to add variety and challenge your body. Learn how.

A Mayo Clinic Health System high-risk breast consultant and breast cancer awareness advocate shares the top 10 questions commonly asked about breast cancer, screening and risk factors.

From on-the-go snack to the star of a beloved pie, an apple also offers an amazing array of health benefits. Learn why and how to make apples part of your daily diet.

Put up your best defense. It's time for your seasonal flu shot. Learn why it's more important than ever to be vaccinated.

Changes to your body and brain are normal with age. Yet there are some things you can do to help slow the decline in memory and lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias.

Many physiological and nutritional demands occur within the body during exercise. The human body requires a continuous supply of energy to perform its many functions. As energy demands increase with e...

If you're a smoker, you may be ready to quit but need a guide for how to get from the "here" of smoking to the "there" of not smoking. Here's how to get started on your smoke-free journey.

If nonsurgical treatments have failed to improve stress, strain and pain in your back, surgery may be the next option. Learn about the two categories of back surgery and when each is recommended.

Celery often is relegated to veggie trays and brown-bag lunches. But it's also a key ingredient in dishes around the world. Discover the good things celery has to offer, and get two recipes to try.

Anyone can get glaucoma, but certain families, and particularly African Americans, are most susceptible. Learn more about this sight-stealing disease and how screening can protect your vision.