Scientists believe changes in the Western diet have altered the balance of omega-6 fatty acids (w6) and omega-3 fatty acids (w3)—which resulted in an increased risk of inflammation—and they are trying to remedy the problem. The background to the study says human ancestors maintained a 2:1 w6/w3 ratio, but in today the ratio can be as high as 10:1 for Americans.

Living in a neighborhood with sidewalks that’s close to a host of shopping and exercise venues isn’t just about real estate value. New research suggests the type of neighborhood you live in may lower your risk of developing diabetes.

This October marks the 25th annual National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition to raising awareness and educating the public about the disease itself as well as its treatments and advances, scientists have released a study that has found many breast cancer patients suffer from a vitamin D deficiency.

French researchers have established that a 200 mg dose of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) a day is enough to boost cardiovascular health in men. The team studied the effects of increasing doses of DHA on 12 healthy men aged between 53 and 65 years.

A new study has found that people who wear their cell phones on their belts may have decreased bone density.

For pregnant women experiencing urinary tract infections, it may be a good idea to look into alternative medicine as a recent study found that certain antibiotics might increase the risk of birth defects.

There’s a good reason to keep active this flu season. Researchers say regular exercise can boost the immune system and reduce the chance of being affected by the seasonal flu virus as well as the H1N1 strain.

Which nutritional supplements are proven to be good for your eyes? ABCnews.com has identified what really works and what does not.

Nutritional supplements containing glucosamine or chondroitin are believed to be helpful in reducing and eliminating joint pain. But researchers are saying supervised exercise therapy can improve symptoms of a common knee pain as well.

Scientists say as many as eight out of ten people worldwide don’t eat the recommended four servings of vegetables every day. But a new study has found a simple way to change that statistic: vegetable juice.

A new discovery may lead to a new way to reduce side effects from radiotherapy cancer treatment.

The fall is a tough season for some outdoor allergy sufferers with weed pollens like ragweed, sagebrush, pigweed, tumbleweed and cocklebur causing sneezing, watery eyes and itchy, runny noses. There is relief without the use of over-the-counter or prescription medications, however.

Researchers in Japan have said drinking green tea may be an important health resource to reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer.

New research suggests eating certain types of fats can help diabetics reduce their body fat.

Adding rice to your diet may help improve your overall diet and help you avoid some common chronic diseases, according to a new study.