Mehmet C. Oz's Blog, page 54

Early to Bed, Longer to Live

Get to bed a little earlier and you could extend your life. That's what a recent study suggests.

2 Simple Ways to Boost Weight Loss

Here are two quick weight loss tricks that are so simple, they're almost too good to be true: Just read and walk.

Cheese for Your Heart?

We often think of cheese as that artery-clogging no-no on top of pizza. But a new study suggests cheese might actually be good for your heart -- if you choose low-fat.

No-Shower-No-Change-of-Clothes Workout

For the ultimate excuse-busting exercise routine, try this easy no-shower-or-change-of-clothes-required workout, courtesy of Good Housekeeping's Drop 5 Pounds: The Small Changes, Big Results Diet.

Eat These 3 Foods for Better Blood Sugar

Rates of diabetes are skyrocketing. But you could lower your risk significantly just by eating more of these three foods: spinach, almonds, and black beans.

Kick Immunity into High Gear with a Kicky Song

Ever catch yourself humming that old Broadway tune "Everything's Coming Up Roses"? Maybe you should give it a try sometime. Your immune system may thank you.

Slow Down Aging with This Dinner Choice

The fragile tips on the ends of your DNA? They reveal exactly how young or old you are. And here's the dinner choice that can keep them in tip-top shape: fish.

Pre-Workout Snack That Torches Extra Calories

Before you spend 20 minutes pumping iron at the gym or hauling your body up that park hill, feed yourself a little protein-rich snack first.

Foods for a Brighter, Bouncier Mood

These dinner sides don't just make your waistline little. They put a serious smile on your face, too.

Eat This Asian Snack to Lose Weight

You know those pills that block fat absorption? There may be a natural snack that offers a similar benefit: toasted nori.