Healthy Living

10-minute workout: Target your core muscles with these tummy-toning moves

Is there any way to eat right at a fast food joint? Harvey's may just have the answer we've been looking for.

First there is fear, then duty, then the good part, passion. Learn about the road to exercise success

Got 10 seconds? That's all you need to start slimming down, shaping up, and getting healthy once and for all. Think of it as a virtuous spiral: You make a change here, a different food choice there--simple stuff that fits into your life. Pretty soon you're making even more great healthy swaps. You're eating, sleeping and …

Sometimes a carrot stick is just a carrot stick. But for many of us, it's a crunchy, bright orange vehicle for decadent dip—blue cheese, perhaps, or a nice herbed ranch. And as you dunk your sixth or seventh spear into that delicious dressing, you might tell yourself, Well, at least I'm eating a hearty serving of veggies …

Freezing temperatures, icy winds and slippery snow aren't just bone-chilling: They can also wreak havoc on your body in surprising-and avoidable-ways. From sadness to eye strain, backaches to foot pain, here are 7 ways that the winter can make your body ache, and what to do to feel better fast.

Mind over matter. We've all heard that, right? Now, new studies are showing that exercise and eating right really is mental. So-called 'brain training' is proving effective in helping people make smarter food choices, work out more often, and even cut out unhealthy habits like excessive drinking.

Empowered patient: Here’s what it’s really like to live with seasonal affective disorder and how to protect yourself from a low-light slump

One of the things I like about traveling is that I don't have to throw a glance around any particular room before I engage in a little badmouthing.

When a woman falls ill, her pain may be more intense than a man's, a new study suggests.

It's common to shrug off the occasional sleep problems, bouts of diarrhea, or headaches, but when should you seek medical attention? We went to the experts to get their opinions on seven common symptoms and when you can rest easy--and when you should head to the doctor's office.

Ever notice that some people just don’t get sick? Or maybe you’re one of the lucky few, able to brag about not recalling the last stuffy nose or upset stomach you've had.

Here’s why more and more women are loving mixed-martial-arts workouts and five tips to help you get started

Good sleep habits can slim you down, give you energy and slow aging. Here's why you shouldn't skimp on your zees and three expert tips to fight insomnia

If you're like millions of American women, you started the year with a resolution to lose weight. But whittling your waistline doesn't have mean whittling your wallet, too. (No, you don't need a $100 pair Lululemon yoga pants.) Here's where to save and where to splurge, so you don't blow your budget while you slim down …

Whether you want to lose five pounds or 50, Jillian Michaels knows how to get it done. It doesn't take a hit TV show, a competition, or 24/7 personal training. You just need to follow these rules.

A quick glance around the streets and one significant change in the way we live now is evident: more and more people are tuning out of their immediate environment and into the virtual world that exists within their iPod, MP3 player. Everyone is wearing headphones.

Experts agree: Heavy lifting is in! You can't swing a kettlebell these days without hitting some workout guru, exercise program, or book advising women to not only lift weights but lift heavier weights. But why? And should you try it if you're aready happy with your current workout routine? Here are eight reasons why you …