Health & Balance News, Features & Updates

Want to take better care of yourself, but not sure where to start? These simple health tips can help you create new habits.

Nowadays, much of people's grieving shows up online. See the advice a professor of communication has about the benefits and pitfalls of mourning on social media.

Nurses take care of people every day, but who takes care of them?

July 11, 2019 — The sadness and other emotions you experience with grief can have a physical effect on you, too.

July 11, 2019 — A new WebMD survey finds many people are experiencing grief for more than a year and that losing friendships can cause intense grief similar to when someone dies.

Technology can bring nonstop, alarmist news alerts, online arguments, and "fear of missing out." Can it, in the form of mindfulness apps, also help correct the problem?

Feeling alone ranks up there with smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity in terms of its effects on your health, an expert says.

Find out how doctors, trainers, and nutritionists start each day on a healthy note.

Bad behavior at work is unsettling and takes a toll on everyone in the office.

Anger is a valid and healthy emotion. But how you respond to it and express it, can be harmful. Learn how to tame the beast.

Volunteering may help you live longer and better, research shows. Here's how to get started.

Here's a rundown of some of the most popular energy supplements – what’s likely to help and what isn’t.

Meditation helps with high blood pressure. It may also help you handle emotional eating, which could help you lose weight.

When do you need to worry about the mess? Find out the difference between clutter and hoarding, and how to keep mess in check.

Many people put things off to an unhealthy degree. Find out why we do this and how to get things done on time.

Everyone needs some “me time” to lower stress and boost energy. Learn how to set aside time for yourself.

Keeping a positive mindset works wonders when you’re trying to make changes to your life that may take some time.

Five tips to help make the holidays easier after a divorce.

If you feel down in the dumps, these ideas may help you find greater joy in your daily life. Ideas may include: volunteering, fitness, managing stress, and more.

Playtime isn’t just for kids. Learn how to incorporate play into your life and how to find opportunities for fun.

The actress and singer shares her healthy-living habits.

Not hitting it off with your co-workers? You might need to take a step back.

Our experts give tips for coping with depression and feeling your best.

Go with your gut. It's more scientific than you might think.

Find out the secrets behind a good kiss, and how you can become a better kisser.

Could you actually be addicted to your smartphone? If not, why is it so hard to turn it off? Here are tips on reclaiming your time and concentration.

Walking a labyrinth can be good for your health.

Abused as a child and addicted to drugs as a teen, Chelsea Baum turned her life around in an amazing way.

Loneliness really does hurt -- not just your emotions, but your physical health, too. Here's how to reconnect.

Doctors are increasingly turning to acupuncture to help conditions ranging from allergies to asthma, chronic pain, and female sexual dysfunction.

In December, King will turn off his microphone for the last time. As they prepare to wind up the show, he and his longtime producer, Wendy Walker, reminisced with WebMD about the ways in which health coverage has changed over the years, and how “Larry King Live” has helped to change it.

From depression and addictions to HIV/AIDS and cancer, celebrities and ordinary people alike learned to be comfortable opening up about their health, writes Wendy Walker, Larry King Live's senior producer, in her new book.

Short on time and feeling overwhelmed? Get quick tips to improve your mood so you can take on the day.

Searching for healthy meal options but pressed for time? Get tips on navigating the supermarket aisles with good nutrition in mind.

Worried about a nagging problem? Learn how to shift your attention and focus on the day ahead.

WebMD provides tips to help your spending increase your happiness.

If you’re new to massages, all the types and techniques can be a little overwhelming. WebMD answers common massage questions and explains the different styles.

How to recover your happiness after a setback.

Need to recharge? Don't lean on caffeine -- a power nap will boost your memory, cognitive skills, creativity, and energy level.

Actor Lou Gossett has a new autobiography and a new project: abolishing racism, violence, and ignorance.

Feeling fatigued? WebMD tells you how to get your energy back.

WebMD's expert team helps two crazy-busy mothers transform their eating, workout, and life routines -- plus tips on Mother's Day gifts for your own makeover.

WebMD explains how to reduce the effects of alcohol with tips like drinking more water, avoiding cheap alcohol, and more.

WebMD debunks happiness myths including the belief that "happiness is a destination" and more.

Author, actress, and dancer Cloris Leachman talks about aging, cooking, her new book -- and why she never gets stressed out.

Late Night TV host Jimmy Fallon tells us about his healthier new self, conquering stage fright, and life as the new king of comedy.

Kristen Bell, narrator of Gossip Girl and star of Forgetting Sarah Marshall can't forget the little ones orphaned in this war-torn African country.

If frugal is the new fabulous, here are seven little indulgences that people are still making room for in this recession.

Make time for the good life together as a family. You’ll reduce stress and help your children grow up emotionally strong. Try these tips from WebMD.

Six common barriers to personal happiness and fulfillment and how to overcome them.