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'Gut Reaction' May Predict Heart Risk Higher levels of stomach substance called TMAO linked to heart attack, stroke, study suggests WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, April 24 (HealthDay News) -- A blood test that assesses levels of a compound produced in the stomach appears to be a strong indicator of whether there will be heart trouble down the road, researchers report.

'Gut Reaction' May Predict Heart Risk Higher levels of stomach substance called TMAO linked to heart attack, stroke, study suggests WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, April 24 (HealthDay News) -- A blood test that assesses levels of a compound produced in the stomach appears to be a strong indicator of whether there will be heart trouble down the road, researchers report.

High blood pressure is linked to many different conditions. But prediabetes may be the cause when it appears in tandem with excess weight gain (especially around the middle), fatigue, and other negative numbers on a medical workup (abnormal cholesterol levels and high triglycerides).

Bring on the Bean Diet for Health? Study: Eating More Legumes Helps Blood Sugar Control, Lowers Heart Risk in People With Diabetes Oct. 22, 2012 -- Adding beans and other legumes to the diet appears to help people with type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar control and lower their risk of heart disease, according to new research.

Preventing Skin Cancer in Youths: Appeal to Vanity Task Force Counsels Docs to Use Appearance-Based Approaches for Fair-Skinned Youth May 7, 2012 -- If you're young, fair-skinned, and have a doctor's appointment soon, here's a prediction. Your doctor may give you a gentle lecture about sun protection.

Calcium Supplements May Raise Heart Attack Risk Study Finds Calcium From Supplements Appears to Boost Heart Attack Risk; Supplement Industry Disagrees May 23, 2012 -- Calcium supplements should be taken ''with caution," Swiss researchers warn, as they may raise your risk of heart attack.

Can Weight Loss Cool Hot Flashes? Women Who Lost Weight on Low-Fat Diet Had Fewer or No Hot Flashes, Researchers Find July 11, 2012 -- Losing excess weight by eating a low-fat diet filled with vegetables, fruits, and whole grains appears to help reduce or eliminate menopausal symptoms, according to new research.

Prostate Cancer Surgery May Not Always Up Survival Study Finds Surgery Doesn't Cut Death Risk Compared to Watchful Waiting for Early-Stage Prostate Cancer July 18, 2012 -- For men with early prostate cancer, surgery to remove the prostate gland appears to offer no survival advantage over watching and waiting, a new study shows.

Could Artificial Sweeteners Cause Weight Gain? Researcher says evidence suggests they may, but industry rep disagrees WebMD News from HealthDay By Brenda Goodman HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, July 10 (HealthDay News) -- Artificial sweeteners appear to disturb the body's ability to count calories and, as a result, diet foods and drinks may wind up encouraging weight gain rather than weight loss, an expert contends.

In Study, People Who Got Enough Sleep Were Said to Look Healthier, More Attractive

The key to overcoming your bad habits is, first, to develop some insight into their origins. New York Times "Social Q's" editor Philip Galanes and lifestyle coach Harriette Cole tackled the issue in a recent Today Show appearance.