Cholesterol levels may rise years after people are placed under stressful conditions. The effect of stress on later cholesterol levels may be minimal but it underlines the reasons that we must tackle anxiety promptly and correctly.

Lycopene has been the focus of much research in recent years. Lycopene is the pigment that gives vegetables and fruits, such as tomatoes, pink grapefruit and watermelon, their red color. More importantly though, lycopene also appears to show strong antioxidant capabilities.

Coffee is likely to contribute far more health-giving anti-oxidants to your diet than fruit and vegetables, new research suggests.

The evidence comes from new research conducted in the United States, where scientists measured the antioxidant content of more than 100 items, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, spices, oils and beverages.

A study conducted by US scientists found that eating grapefruit every day could raise the risk of developing breast cancer by almost a third. A study of 50,000 post-menopausal women found that eating just a quarter of a grapefruit every day raised the risk by up to 30%. The fruit is thought to boost levels of the hormone oestrogen which is associated with a higher risk of the disease.

In the modern world, it seems that stress, anxiety and depression are becoming more and more widespread. If stress, depression or anxiety is taking over your life, then try these quick and easy tips to help you find relief.

A good nights sleep. However much We want to get the recommended 7-8 hours a night, according to the National Sleep Foundation, almost one-third of Americans sleep for 6.5 hours or less each night. This means that not only are we walking around in a bad mood with our eyes half open and a giant cup of coffee in hand, now research shows that we are actually putting our heart at risk!

Mickey DeLorenzo lost weight, and the only thing he changed in his lifestyle was adding daily, 30-minute sessions of playing sports games on his Nintendo Wii – a games console where you play by moving around in real life and your actions are emulated onscreen.

Asian women who consume a Western-style diet which is high in meat, milk, white bread and puddings may be putting themselves at higher risk of breast cancer, new research has suggested.

Millions of women all over the world suffer from hot flashes during menopause, but not many realize that diet can be a factor. Fortunately, hot flashes do not have to be an inevitable part of the menopause. In fact, females in some cultures, namely in Asia, very rarely experience discomfort from hot flashes at all. And it seems that the secret to this could be what's on their dinner plate!

You've lit the barbeque, prepared the meat, and invited all of your family and friends for a grilled feast -- the highlight of the summer. But be careful: You might have invited more guests than you thought.

Have you ever Felt a little achy, lightheaded or even short of breath on a long plane flight? A new study suggests that you might be suffering from a mild form of altitude sickness.

Researchers have long known that secondhand smoke can be just as hazardous for nonsmokers as smoking is for smokers, but now there is fresh evidence showing just how dangerous the after effects from cigarettes can be, and how quickly it affects your body. Oregon Department for Health scientists documented for the first time ever an hourly buildup of a cancer-causing compound from cigarette smoke in the bloodstream and urine of nonsmokers working in bars and restaurants within the state.

For many people, the word "exercise" conjures up images of running laps, collapsing after aerobics, or trying out for high school athletics.

In today’s high-demand, fast-paced world, energy drinks have become the trendy beverage of choice for many people.

Nobody, except for a methamphetamine addict, wants to live near a meth lab.

The following lists sixty quotes that focus on weight. All quotes have been placed in alphabetical order by author’s last name.

Holidays are a time to spend with family and friends, enjoying the memories of the years gone by, and looking forward to the future together.

Great news, ladies! Your beloved chocolate can be good for your health! It's just as good for the gents, too, so eat up. Of course there are restrictions to this fantastic news.

Here is the key to losing weight and staying fit: Reduce the number of calories you consume each day and exercise more. That’s all there is to it. Seems pretty easy, doesn’t it?

The spirit of dance is within us all. Children, on hearing music, will often move their bodies and connect to a rhythm quite naturally.

Have you made the decision to quit smoking? Have you decided that you’d like to do it the all-natural way?

Technically, menopause is defined as a cessation of menses. In fact, menopause is a transition period for women and a natural part of the aging process.

No one knows why, when the Aztec Indians were discovered by Spanish explorer Hernando Cortez in 1519, they were already consuming dried cakes of Spirulina.

Up until about 50 or 60 years ago it was very unusual to live more than a few feet – let alone miles – from closest family and friends.

Detailing 14 types of massage which are extremely beneficial for relieving stress and relaxing the body.

One of the most exciting areas opening up in nutrition is the discovery that not only can some nutrients make us more intelligent but the right ones can also improve our short and long term memory. Some also boost mood and energy.

In today's world its easy for people to be stressed day in day out, by following some simple changes to your everyday life its possible to relieve some of that stress and make beneficial changes to your overall health.

In spite of how essential relaxation is to well-being, many people do not really know how to relax. The following yoga based exercises will also help you learn some of the subtleties of relaxation.

We all need to eat well at every stage of life. To live life to the full and keep illness and degenerative conditions at bay, a diet rich in fresh foods, fruit, salads and vegetables will aid this at every stage.

One of the main keys to successful stress management is your breathing. Breathing is such a primary function for our survival that we constantly take its power for granted and overlook this amazing tool with which we can regulate and stimulate our own good health.

Your body/mind needs the appropriate and best-quality fuel to run at optimum performance levels. A poor diet destroys more than our physical health – our mental health and well-being may be totally undermined.

The ideal way to start a detox programme is to begin with a 24-hour fast, if you feel up to it and are not on any medications. Seek your doctor’s or nutritionist’s advice if you are unsure.

Why is it that some people seem to sail through difficult situations with dizzying levels of self-confidence, achieving the seemingly impossible, while others stumble along the same path just barely scraping by?

South Korean researchers have found that black soy beans are amazingly effective at lowering cholesterol in rats who have attained 10% of their energy from the beans. Levels of LDL cholesterol dropped by 60%, while overall cholesterol levels dropped by 25%.

The following 12 nutrients, either obtained from foods or taken as supplements, will help reduce your risk of getting coronary heart disease or dangerously high cholesterol.

Affirmation, the repetition of a thought over and over again to embed it in the mind, is one of the principal tools of learning. There are two types of affirmations, positive and negative. Negative affirmations can start very young, even in babyhood.

Walking is one of the best, safest and most natural forms of exercise. You can, in fact, walk your way to a healthier, stronger cardiovascular system. Walking is effective exercise for people of all ages and all states and levels of health.

You look in the mirror and love your muscular shoulders, well defined pecs, and absolutely ripped abs. Perhaps you see your tight stomach and your well defined curves. Or, maybe not.