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Fitter Kids, Better Grades? Fitter Middle School Students Scored Better on Math, Reading Tests, Researchers Find Aug. 3, 2012 -- Fitter kids do better on school tests, according to new research that echoes previous findings. The fitter the middle school students were, the better they did on reading and math tests, says researcher Sudhish Srikanth, a University of North Texas student.

Scientists are testing oral spray for weight loss. But how it will work? Oral spray can give you the feeling of fullness and help you to avoid overeating.

'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.

Expert Panel Presents Heart Disease Prevention Strategies for Children

Breast Cancer: Are Yearly Mammograms Worthwhile? Nov. 21, 2012 -- Women over age 40 are often urged to get yearly mammograms with the promise that early detection is their best hope for beating breast cancer. But a new study published in The New England Journal of Medicine suggests that mammograms may not save as many lives as doctors once thought.

Do you know which foods are best and worst for belly fat? Test your knowledge with this WebMD quiz and learn how to eat for a slimmer waistline.

Obesity Rate in U.S. Higher Than Thought? Study: BMI + Hormone Test May Be More Accurate Measure of Obesity April 2, 2012 -- More than 1 in 3 Americans who are classified as slightly overweight based on their body mass index (BMI) scores may actually be obese, a new study suggests.

Supplements for Vision and Healthy Eyes You may have heard about recent research suggesting that certain nutrients can help delay or prevent eye problems and disease. You may also have heard a lot of claims for over-the-counter (OTC) vision supplements containing these nutrients -- and claims for others that have not been tested in clinical studies.