Fitness

Recent studies raise new questions about how much pets can help—and hurt—human health

There's a lot to consider when deciding what kind of meat to buy--or even whether to eat meat at all. The least we can do is start with accurate information.

The trend has occurred over 40 years

An oncology expert discusses treatment options for aggressive glioblastoma

The British baby has a rare, lethal disease

New research suggests that in many cases the answer is yes

In patients with severe eczema, Staphylococcus aureus strains dominated the skin microbe population—suggesting that certain types of bacteria could worsen eczema flares. Christopher Intagliata reports. 

Researchers have identified a mutation in some people who suffer from delayed sleep phase disorder, which interferes with their circadian clocks

A journalist exploring psychedelics’ therapeutic potential participates in a ceremony of the Native American Church

The term “effective” doesn’t have a precise definition—and that can be a problem

Although certain bacteria help treat some gut disorders, they have no known benefits for healthy people

Surgery that shortens intestines gets rid of the illness, and new evidence shows the gut—not simply insulin—may be responsible