We are continuously on the search for improved longevity — scientists, researchers and everyday people participate in the quest to identify ways to live longer while maintaining good health for as long as possible. The evidence that has been gathered over time has shown us that there are many behaviors and practices that are linked with longer...Read more

We all know when cold and flu season comes around, washing your hands is especially important. But so is what you put on your plate.

“We can really boost our immunity through diet alone. Consistent intake of the micronutrients that help our bodies fight disease, is a natural solution to infection prevention,” says Cassie Majestic, M.D., an ...Read more

If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then consider the tongue a sort of check-engine light for the body. The tongue’s appearance gives doctors an idea about certain aspects of your health, and its color is an important clue.

What should your tongue look like?

The tongue should have a rounded, symmetrical shape. It’s generally light ...Read more

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A friend of mine passed away recently after receiving a colon cancer diagnosis. Who is at risk for this cancer, and should I be screened?

ANSWER: Colorectal cancer includes colon and rectal cancers, both originating in the lower portion of the large intestine and into the rectum. Estimates are that about 1 in 20 individuals in...Read more