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Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR Introduction What is yoga? Who invented yoga? How does yoga work? What are the types of yoga? Who's doing yoga? What about kids and yoga? What about senior...

Workout Routines & Ideas - Health & Living

Explore your fitness options and nurture a love of movement. By Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, MD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Level One Workout Ideas: Expand Your Definition of Exercise Level Two W...

Weight Management - Health & Living

Use these strategies for long-term success By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert Column There are lots of ways to lose weight. The question is, how do you lose weight and keep it off? Atkins advocates argue that thei...

Weight Loss - Health & Living

Medical Author: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR Introduction to weight loss How do you lose weight? How fast should you expect to lose weight? The no-diet approach to weight control ...

Weight Lifting - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is resistance exercise? What are types of resistance exercise? What is progressive overload? What is volitional fatigue? What are sets and repetitions ...

Walking - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR Do you remember your first step? What are the top 10 reasons to walk? What are the types of walking? Where can I find tips on walking techniques? ...

Vitamins, Minerals & Nutritional Supplements - Health & Living

Here's how to get the vitamins and minerals you need. By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert Column Color Rules - A Rainbow of Nutrients Vitamins in the News - Antioxidants and Vitamin D The Calcium Connection - S...

Vitamin D Deficiency - Health & Living

What are symptoms, signs, and health risks of vitamin D deficiency? What are causes of vitamin D deficiency? How is vitamin D deficiency diagnosed? What is the treatment for vitamin D deficiency? If you shun the sun, suffer from milk allergie...

Vegetarian and Vegan Diet - Health & Living

Author: Betty Kovacs, MS, RD Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Introduction to vegetarian diets What types of vegetarian diets are there? What are the potential problems from consuming a vegetarian and vegan diet? What are th...

The Best Life Diet - Health & Living

What is the Best Life Diet? What can you eat on the Best Life Diet? How does the Best Life Diet work? How do experts review the Best Life Diet? Is the Best Life Diet the right weight-loss plan for you? What Is The Best Life Diet? Exercise phy...

The Atkins Diet - Health & Living

What is the Atkins diet? What can you eat on the Atkins diet? Read experts' reviews of the Atkins diet What are possible side effects of the Atkins diet? What Is the Atkins Diet? Steak with Bearnaise sauce, eggs, and bacon; cheddar cheese...

Tai Chi - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR Introduction to tai chi What is tai chi, and where does it come from? What are the benefits of tai chi? How much tai chi should I do? How do I get started wit...

Swimming - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR Introduction to swimming What is the history of swimming? What are the swimming strokes? What equipment do I need for swimming? What are the benefits of swimm...

Super Bowl Party Recipes - Health & Living

Have a Safe and Healthy Super Bowl Celebration Whether you are having or going to a party, these tips provide a Healthy Game Plan for Super Bowl Sunday. Eat healthy Avoid a false start with fattening foods. Eat healthy snacks before the cele...

Stress Management - Health & Living

Take some advice from those who have left their stress behind By Carol Sorgen WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Feature Reviewed By Charlotte Grayson, MD Introduction I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the es...

Special Diets & Recipes - Health & Living

Learn about special diets as well as healthy foods to meet your changing dietary needs as you age. You'll also find recipes to suit your diet. By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Ma...

Running - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is running? What's the history of running? Why run? What are the health benefits of running? What are the fitness benefits of running? What about runn...

Red Yeast Rice and Cholesterol - Health & Living

Medical Authors: Dennis Lee, MD and Jay W. Marks, MD Medical Editor: William C. Shiel, Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is red yeast rice? What is the present status of red yeast rice? What are the different preparations of red yeast rice? Wh...

Recipes - Health & Living

Browse through hundreds of delicious, low-calorie recipes! All of our healthy recipes can easily be incorporated into your diet plan. Choose from festive, healthy fondue recipes to simple party favorites like spinach dip! Each recipe includes detai...

Probiotics - Health & Living

Introduction to probiotics What is important to know about probiotics? What are probiotics, and which foods contain probiotics? What are the health benefits of probiotics? Do probiotics actually work? What are the side effects and risks of probi...

Plastic - Health & Living

Author: Betty Kovacs, MS, RD Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD How is plastic made and identified? What is polyethylene terephthalate (PET, PETE)? What is high-density polyethylene (HDPE)? What is polyvinyl chloride (PVC, vinyl)...

Pilates - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is the origin of Pilates? What is Pilates? Does Pilates work? Will Pilates help with weight loss? Can I do Pilates if I'm pregnant? What credentials s...

Pedometers - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What are the benefits of stepping out with pedometers? What's a pedometer used for? How do pedometers work? Are pedometers accurate? Which type of...

Nutrition - Health & Living

The most common nutrition mistakes -- and how to avoid them. By Colette Bouchez WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Feature Reviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD Assuming your choices are better than they actually are. Being confused about ca...

MyPlate - Health & Living

Should this be your plate now? Author: Betty Kovacs, MS, RD Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD What is MyPlate? What is the difference between MyPlate and the Food Pyramid? What are the limitations of MyPlate? What is MyPl...

Mind & Body Fitness - Health & Living

Use movement to explore the connection between body and mind. By Shannon James WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Mind and body fitness? Many people who want to get into shape don't realize there is more to fi...

Liquid Diet - Health & Living

What are liquid diets? Do liquid diets really work? How safe are liquid diets? Are liquid diets used for medical purposes? How can I safely get on a liquid diet? Losing weight with minimal effort sounds like a win-win situation. With ads p...

Jenny Craig - Health & Living

What is the Jenny Craig weight loss program? What foods are on the menu plan of the Jenny Craig diet? How does the Jenny Craig weight loss program work? Read expert reviews of the Jenny Craig diet Food for thought ...

Iron and Iron Deficiency - Health & Living

Iron and iron deficiency facts* What is iron and why do we need it? What is iron deficiency and why is it a concern? What causes iron deficiency? Who is most at risk for iron deficiency? What are the signs and symptoms of iron deficiency? ...

Interval Training - Health & Living

Author: Richard Weil, MEd, CDE Medical Editor: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is interval training? How are interval-training sessions designed? How do I determine how hard to work? How often should I increase the intensity of the i...