It's long been a favorite of midnight moviegoers, and research now shows that it could give your gastrointestinal (GI) tract the red-carpet treatment, too. It's popcorn.

Your joints may reap some sweet rewards if you treat your taste buds to this every morning: a tall glass of orange juice.

Having a stroke is a definite life crisis. But what if you could reduce the chances that it'll deadly?

Chocolate has all but been elevated to superfood status. And the good news keeps rolling in.

Tacos -- quick and easy, and a treat for your liver if you skip the ground beef and use this filling instead: winter squash.

Finding it hard to squeeze in your workout or your walk this time of year? Don't sweat it. Sometimes, less still cuts the mustard.

Does your winter face look a little different than your summer face? Don't worry. Dry, dull skin doesn't have to inevitable this season.

As the first rounds of holiday cookies start arriving on the scene, you can arm yourself against extra pounds by munching on pears.

Touching your toes used to be a gym-class requirement in elementary school. And it might be worth a try to see if you can still do it.

It's calorie free and full of disease-fighting antioxidants, and it can also help turn your simmer-down switch from"frenzy"to"phew."

Feeling frazzled? Have another helping of the main course -- if the main course is turkey.

Eating an orange a day may be one of the secrets to living younger longer.

Next time you plan supper, think about having it a little earlier. You could be rewarded with sweet dreams.

There are powerful little chemical compounds in tea -- called polysaccharides -- that may do your blood sugar a bit of good.

Want to reduce your risk of disease by a whopping 78 percent? (Who doesn’t?) Following just four little rules could do it for you.

Your body makes a special energy source all on its own. And you can get an extra boost of it from a supplement. The nutrient in question? Ribose.

Here are two easy ways to feel full faster on less food: use a smaller fork and chew your food longer.

Can’t resist that twice-baked potato or pile of pasta? Here’s a little trick that may help stymie the blood sugar impact: sprinkle on some vinegar.

When your emotional well-being is in need of a"tune up,"follow this simple rule for feeling better: take more walks.

If not today, goof off soon. Take that vacation, unwind with friends, or spend the day at the beach."Frivolous"indulgences like these are a must for longevity.

When you have a craving for something creamy and hearty to spread on your crackers and breads, whip up a bean spread. Your tummy will thank you.

Your scalp, like your skin, continuously sheds old, dead cells. So it’s perfectly natural that you’d see the occasional flake or two on your shoulder.

Uniting the antiaging powers of ferulic acid and the appetite-controlling abilities of protein and fiber, could there be a better choice this weekend than a delicious corn and bean salad?

Turns out your hips are not the only thing benefitting when you say no to a bunch of extra calories

Are your workouts getting fewer and farther between as we roll into fall? Take heart. They still do you some good, sporadic as they are.

Clams, shrimp, salmon . . . which one can do nice things for your skin? Salmon has the edge.

When your -- or your partner’s -- mighty snoring habit keeps you up all night, try changing your facial expressions.

There’s a mighty mineral found in cheese and yogurt that could help protect your tummy from cancer. We’re talking about calcium.

Most people agree that stretching is good for your muscles. But should you do it before or after exercise? When are you likely to reap the most benefits?

Take some time to smell the roses -- and a whole horde of other lovely flowers, plants, and fruits that seem to zap stress.

Can salad dressing help you keep the pounds off? New research suggests yes -- but just be sure to make your own dressing with this fat source: safflower oil.

Napping, sleeping in, going to bed early . . . we think of them as lazy indulgences. But your heart really wants you to do it.

It’s versatile, it’s low in fat, and it’s high in protein. And it just might help your lungs stay lusty and young. We’re talking about soy.

If you can’t stand the smell of DEET or citronella candles, try the natural bug-bite deterrent suggestions from Chinese doctor and author Maoshing Ni.

If you’re looking for a sweet, diabetes-thwarting snack, pick up an apple.

Remember the potato chip slogan"Betcha can’t eat just one"? There’s some scientific truth to it.

Next time you’re feeling uninspired at work, you can turn the tide around at lunchtime. Just use your lunch break to work up a sweat.

Pasta salad. Summer isn’t complete without it. And here’s the noodle you should use to do your blood pressure some good at the same time: whole-wheat pasta.

Feel like you could use a good cry but just can’t get the waterworks started? Try going for a long, hard walk.

If you often feel ravenous by noon despite a good breakfast, try drinking some of this with your morning meal: skim milk.

You may be able to turn your allergy symptoms down a notch by turning up the heat.

Salmon patties or lean beef burgers at your next barbecue? You might help your eyes see better down the road if you grill up the salmon instead.

Next time you’re yearning for something rich and creamy, here’s an almost guilt-free indulgence your ticker will love: peanut butter.

If you want to keep your ears working well enough to hear a pin drop, consider popping this mineral: magnesium.

Think a healthy, natural sweetener with next to no calories is too good to be true? Read on.

Here’s a spice that may be twice as nice as others when it comes to helping you trim down: turmeric.

Solar power isn’t just a smart move in the home. It’s a smart move for your head, too.

Just 30 calories per day of chocolate may be enough to help reduce your blood pressure. As far as serving sizes go, that’s about a Hershey’s Kiss worth.

Ahh, the past. That place we like to look whenever we think the present just doesn’t quite measure up.

Pick up these natural air allies from your local nursery: philodendrons, spider plants, and ivy.