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Severe dehydration is a well-recognized medical crisis, but any degree of dehydration can lead to ill health. Here are the risks.

Dr. Julian Whitaker comments on the National Consumers League's Script Your Future campaign.

Protein is one of the most important nutrients required by your body. Approximately half of your body’s solid substances are made up of protein.

I recommend that you try natural insect repellents first and resort to the chemicals only if the botanical versions don’t work. Here are some recommendations.

Dry heat saunas confer a number of health benefits, from removing toxins to treating congestive heart failure and other cardiovascular conditions.

Every day, millions of people rely on aspirin, ibuprofen, and other oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to treat chronic pain. But I'm no fan of these pain-relieving drugs because there are safer alternatives.

Although nosebleeds can be alarming, they usually aren't serious. In more than 90 percent of nosebleeds, the bleeding comes from blood vessels in the front of the nose, and they are generally easy to control.

When W.G. Peacock whipped up his first batch of V8 Juice back in 1933, he had no idea what he was on to. Today, we know that this popular beverage confers a bevy of benefits.

Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? If so, ribose may be just what you need. This simple, five-carbon sugar is an integral component in the production of ATP, the fuel that drives cellular energy.

Since it can have a variety of harmful effects on your body, managing stress is one of the primary therapeutic lifestyle changes I recommend for optimal health and well-being.

Poor dental hygiene and gum disease dramatically increase the risk of serious illness. That's because infections in the mouth can lead to systemic inflammation. Here are answers to a few common dental questions.

Vegetables and fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. They provide a wide range of benefits—from stroke and cancer prevention to optimal brain function and blood sugar control.

Research shows that acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment option for migraines and tension headaches.

Aloe vera is an effective treatment for wounds and more.

Making appropriate food choices is a crucial component of a healthy diet. While there are many factors to consider, a food’s glycemic value is one of the most important.

Is it true that grilling meats on the barbeque can be dangerous?

Bruising typically occurs when the tiny capillaries near the surface of the skin break after blunt trauma. As we age, our skin gets thinner and these blood vessels become more fragile, which can result in bruising from the slightest bumps and scrapes.

Limiting your intake of sugar, or better yet, cutting it out altogether, is one of the most beneficial dietary changes you can make for optimal health.

Engaging in regular exercise is one of the primary therapeutic lifestyle changes I recommend for optimal health and well-being.

To celebrate of the 20^th anniversary of my newsletter Health & Healing, I've created this special “20 for 20” feature—a list of the 20 best ways to improve your health. 

There are two main types of exercise: aerobic and resistance. Both types are important since each conveys different health benefits. Combining aerobic and resistance exercise has a greater impact on health than either of the two performed separately.

Americans spend billions each year on specialty energy and sports drinks. But if you take a close look at their labels, you’ll see that most are little more than “sexy” soft drinks.

You already know your chronological age—even if you'd rather not admit to it. But do you know your biological or functional age?

Stress is an inevitable part of daily life. But if you don’t do anything to relieve stress, in the long run, your health is bound to suffer.