The femoral neck, which is located near the top of the femur bone, is especially susceptible to fractures due to osteoporosis because it is the weakest part of the femur.
Improve strength, power and balance with this 20-minute lower-body workout. The best part? You don't need any equipment, so you can do this workout anywhere.
If you can't get enough fiber in your diet, a supplement may help you toward your weight-loss goals. Here's how to choose the best fiber supplement for you.
Chest pain can be a scary symptom, but intercostal nerve pain is not a life-threatening condition. Exercise can help relieve pain that occurs between your ribs.
Gamma-linolenic acid is known for its anti-inflammatory benefits. These four foods high in GLA are some of the only ways to get this essential fatty acid.
Dietitians explain why enjoying maple syrup in coffee (and using the real stuff — not pancake syrup) is better than using regular sugar to sweeten your brew.
Floor sitting can improve your strength and mobility for healthier aging. Learn how to sit on the floor comfortably and for the greatest fitness benefits.
Not only does sex burn lots of calories, but new research shows it is the only workout that engages every single muscle of the human body.
While they can take over an hour to roast in the oven, it only takes about 10 minutes to prepare beets in the microwave. Here are step-by-step instructions.
Doctors and dietitians list the best magnesium supplements and explain the best-absorbed magnesium types for leg cramps, constipation, sleep and more.
Discover the best multivitamins for women over 50 going through menopause as well as what to look for in a multi, including calcium and vitamins B12, C and D.
This 4-Week Legs Challenge features a full month of lower-body workouts to build strength and power in your quads, hamstrings, glutes and calves.
A physical therapist shares some reasons you might be struggling with sitting cross-legged, plus exercises to help with hip mobility and glute strength.
There is no set diet for erosive esophagitis, but avoiding caffeine and adopting a bland diet can help symptoms. Talk to a doctor about what to eat and drink.
Could your posture use a boost? If you sit at a desk all day, the answer is likely a resounding yes. Try these core exercises and complementary stretches.
Working out with a friend can keep you motivated, and the friendly competition may even make you work harder -- but only if you’re quiet about it. A 2013 study shows an ideal partner is slightly more skilled than you and keeps verbal motivation to a minimum.
Working out with a friend can keep you motivated, and the friendly competition may even make you work harder -- but only if you’re quiet about it. A 2013 study shows an ideal partner is slightly more skilled than you and keeps verbal motivation to a minimum.
The top foods high in leucine, an essential amino acid, include meats like steak, chicken and pork. But you can get vegetarian leucine from beans or tofu.
The best probiotics for GERD or acid reflux help keep your gut healthy while you're taking medication to treat symptoms like heartburn. These are the best ones.
If you're trying out a low-carb diet and low-fat diet at the same time, focus on eating this list of low-carb foods and low-fat foods to maintain good health.
Planning meals and making healthy food choices typically centers around nutritional benefits. However, some individuals must make additional considerations when planning meals.
If too much phlegm is giving you unpleasant symptoms, here are the mucus-reducing foods that help along with the mucus-causing foods you should avoid or limit.
The Feingold diet eliminates certain chemicals in a way that helps you identify food intolerances. Food additives have been linked to hyperactive behaviors in some children, according to a review published in the August 2011 edition of the journal "Pediatrics and Child Health."
Dr. Weil's anti-inflammatory diet aims to help followers decrease chronic inflammation and ward off disease. Here's how it works, and how to get started.
A herniated disc wreaks havoc on the body. It’s a pain in the butt, the hip, the back and the neck. That's where natural remedies for a herniated disc come in.
