There is now biologic evidence to back up the belief that vitamin D may protect against autoimmune diseases and certain cancers.

A family of viruses called MLV may be linked to chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a study shows.

As the salmonella outbreak continues, the FDA investigation is focusing on egg farms owned by Austin "Jack" DeCoster.

Scientists report that within eight hours of drinking cranberry juice, the juice could help prevent bacteria from developing into an infection in the urinary tract.

Sledding is popular for only a portion of the year, yet the outdoor activity leads to about 20,000 emergency room visits by children and adolescents annually, new research indicates.

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Compounds found in various berries and possibly in walnuts may slow down natural aging processes in the brain, new research indicates.

Drinking water before each meal has been shown to help promote weight loss, according to a new study.

The incidence of rectal cancer increased 3.8% per year between 1984 and 2005 among individuals age 40 and younger while the incidence of colon cancer remained unchanged, according to a new study.

Bottled tea may be all the rage among health-conscious people, but it may not have as many health benefits as you may think, a new study indicates.