Amazing Facts About the Human Body: You may feel comfortable in yourself, but how much do you actually know about your body?

The wellness industry has long profited from convincing consumers they need special products to “detox” or “cleanse” their bodies. Americans spend billions annually on detox products, from juice ...

"Once damaged, these hairs never grow back. You have around 3,500, and that is all you'll have throughout your entire life..." View Entire Post › ...

People looking to lose weight and lower their blood sugar may someday be able to get a single injection that turns their cells into tiny factories that churn out a protein that is essentially the ...

Scientists say the return to "standard time" is good for our health. But the time change can be disruptive and we must also ...

For years, the dominant message behind body positivity has been clear: learn to love your body. While this message has helped many people push back against harmful beauty standards, it can sometimes ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. At this very moment, some parts of you may be ...

The From Labs to Lives Blog provides clear, accessible explainers on everyday topics for which UC Davis has expertise. Each post is reviewed by faculty or subject-matter experts, ensuring readers get ...

Exercise reprograms molecular pathways in the body, offering new clues for future disease prevention and treatment. For years, it has been well established that regular exercise builds strength, ...

Are you over the hill? A shocking new study has pinpointed the exact window when the human aging process begins to accelerate — and it happens well before you reach senior status. Researchers found ...

They’re in your household products, your beer — and even your drinking water. Luckily, a recent study has found a way to rid your body of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) — commonly known as ...