The next time your sweet tooth sends out peanut-butter-cookie signals, stave off the sugar rush and reach for a spoonful of all-natural peanut butter instead.

If nasal symptoms are driving you bonkers, a little nasal irrigation can soothe your schnoz.It's easy. You don't need any special devices -- or a tiny garden hose! All you need is a little something you can buy at any drugstore . . .

Sweet red peppers, sunflower seeds, and mango chunks atop a bed of spinach sure make for a yummy salad. But could it make you strong like Popeye, too?

Like the princess and the pea, your body also notices the tiny green seeds. But in agoodway. How? By getting stronger against stroke.

As if thetasteof your grandmother's spaghetti sauce recipe weren't enough incentive. Studies show that the yummy red stuff is a major cancer deterrent, too.

Exactly howlittlecan you do and still get fit? A new study suggests 1.7 might be the magic number.

Don't think of them as a treat. Berries should get daily play in your diet -- especially if you're at all concerned about your blood pressure.

Feeling overwhelmed? A quick liaison with lavender may help keep it under control.

We've all got those pants in the back of the closet that we’re dying to fit into again. Did you know that whole grains might help get you there?

Stress can ratchet up your blood pressure, but a fit physique might cancel out the effects.

More proof that good things come in small packages: The tiny pickled plant buds known as capers could do big things for your body.

More proof that good things come in small packages: The tiny pickled plant buds known as capers could do big things for your body.

If you've tried every calorie-restricting diet out there but still can't keep the weight off, there's a reason:Diets don’t work.

You brush, you floss, you rinse, you spit -- all for the sake of your pearly whites. But do you eat yogurt?

Are you at the mercy of the bread basket whenever it comes your way? Here's a tip that will get you eating less of the wheaty treat.

If you think something you're eating is terrorizing your tummy, try this food-elimination test.

You've got a ripe banana and a juicy plum. Which one's antioxidants will hold up best after a couple of days in your fruit bowl?

Been a while since you went for your walk? You might not be so quick to skip it when you hear this.

Like your poached egg and whole-wheat toast in the morning? Might be a good thing for your brain, too.

Yes, eating omega-3-rich fish is agreatway to reduce your risk of stroke. But not if you order the Friday fish fry!

Here's a way to keep up with your favorite TV show and get healthy at the same time: Sit on an exercise ball while you watch the tube.

Who would have thought that a little green fruit with fuzzy brown skin would help your heart big time?

Whether you steep it, saute it, or soak it, oh-so-savory rosemary can elevate both your culinary skills and your health.

So you spent your youth smoking, eating doughnuts, or keeping the couch warm. Don't despair.

Did you know that most of the free-radical fighters in green tea never make it to your bloodstream? But there's a solution.

You know how to protect your eyes from theoutside in: Wear shades to shield against UV rays, and cover your eyes whenever you see oncoming projectiles, be they bugs or baseballs.

You know how to protect your eyes from theoutside in: Wear shades to shield against UV rays, and cover your eyes whenever you see oncoming projectiles, be they bugs or baseballs.

Good news! You don't have to kill yourself with crunches to get a sleek stomach.

If you love nuts as much as a backyard squirrel does, but you’re caught up by your calorie-counting conscience, relax. And read on . . .

Don’t deny yourself the luxury of curling up with that murder mystery, tragic tale, or sci-fi thriller this weekend. Consider it self-defense class for your brain.

Brown rice contains one of the best kept secrets of bone health: magnesium.

If you’re trimming your waist by keeping an eye on the calories you eat, that’s a good step. But do you know how many calories you drink?

These days, yoga gets more love than whoever’s starring inThe Bachelor. And for good reason.

For speedier afternoon thinking, which snack should you choose -- a ripe banana or a chunk of cheddar cheese?

Packing your sandwiches with lots of crunchy bits could be good news for your waist.

Blood pressure under control?Check. Cholesterol level okay?Check. Gait speed good? Umm. . .why does that matter, you ask?

Want to keep your blood pressure below the 140/90 danger point? Get at least four servings of whole-grain foods a day.

Of all the nutritional supplements touted for treating nails that split, break, and peel, only one has gotten a universal thumbs-up from science: biotin.

You're agiantstep ahead of pancreatic cancer if you eat loads of veggies every day. In fact, eat enough (nine servings instead of five) and you could cut your risk inhalf.

How many miles must you cover over the course of a day to earn an"active"fitness label?

Besides boosting your bone health, taking vitamin D with your calcium could give you another big benefit: protection from cancer.

When your rear-seat riders strap on their seatbelts, they're playing it safe and smart. Not only for themselves, but for you, too.

Reaching for the fruit bowl might keep your brain sharp as a tack when you get older.

Stress isn'tallbad. Short-term, it can help you meet a deadline, turn a double play, or keep your bumper from getting crumpled.

What better gift to give your sweetie than a basket of heart-shaped fruit that's brimming with heart-loving nutrition?

Fresh spinach is a nutritional powerhouse, but don't let it linger in the fridge.

The next time you've got to spend an hour or two in a car, bring along these scents: peppermint and cinnamon.

Trying to lose a few? Aren't we all. You'll lose even more if you set out a plate of this before each meal: apple wedges.

Battling that bug that's been going around? You might want to consider adding this herb to your cold-relief arsenal: andrographis.

What’s the best snack to grab after a major workout? How about a bowl of whole-grain cereal, a bite of Indian takeout, or a big nonfat latte.