Feeling incredibly sore after exercising isn’t necessarily a good sign, according to an article in Men’s Health.

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is upon us, a day meant to highlight and promote physical activity for those in their golden years.

Whether it’s getting dressed, driving or writing, having good hand-eye coordination can improve quality of life.

In honor of Friday being “National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day,” here are some tips if you need to clean out that medicine cabinet and dispose of any old medicine that’s way past its expiration date.

It might be hard to believe since it’s usually sunnier, warmer and the peak of family bonding with school out.

There are ways allergies can be less of a burden if you suffer from them.

No more hassle or inaccurate readings - simply hold up your phone to your face and let the app analyze your retinal blood vessels to provide accurate results. It even tracks pulse and oxygen levels, and sends reminders for regular check-ups. #HealthTech #BloodPressureMeasurement #AIinHealthcare

Keri Sprung works at the Texas Heart Institute. She’s helped research and write papers on spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) but when she developed symptoms in herself, she never made the connection.

Join us in supporting women's heart health on Friday, Feb. 2 by going red for women.

New York Times best-selling author and Houston mom, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, is taking the nutrition world by storm and she said most health experts are focusing on the wrong health crisis.

Are you suffering from depression? A Houston area clinic is showing how ketamine therapy can be used to treat patients who have tried other methods that were not successful.

As fans of Popeye pay tribute today, the tale of his obsession with spinach is a life reminder that sometimes glaring mistakes can lead to incredible success stories.

Here is a guide for reasons why it’s important to eat after working out and what foods/beverages are best to consume.

A 40-year-old runner, wife, and mother of two said her ability to walk was temporarily stolen from her, and she was left with a dreadful diagnosis of congenital hip dysplasia.

It’s that time of year when many of us think about our health. You may hear a lot lately about preventative health testing like cancer screenings or heart scans. Are these screenings legit? This is something you’ve asked Amy Davis about.

Don't give up on your fitness goals for 2024!

A heart attack happens when a part of the heart muscle doesn’t get enough blood. And the more time that passes without restoration to the blood flow, the greater the damage that can happen to the heart muscle.

State Senator John Whitmire says his run for Houston Mayor is personal because it's his opportunity to guide the city he loves to better prosperity. On this week's Houston Newsmakers with Khambrel Marshall, Senator Whitmire talks about the city's fiscal challenges ahead, his plans for correcting them answers critics about his campaign fund and accusations that his campaign was responsible for a leaked audio tape of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.

The 68-year-old “Die Hard” actor stepped away from acting last year after he was diagnosed with asphasia.

Research shows the benefits of positive thinking. But what are the best ways and practices to incorporate more positivity into your life?

Dr. David Persse, Chief Medical Officer for the City of Houston, joins KPRC 2+ Now at 7 to share more on the highly contagious disease

Here is some advice if you want your child to get into a workout regimen of lifting weights, according to Children’s Health.

No doubt you’ve heard you need to take 10,000 steps a day.

Kidney stones are not fun. Typically, adults are the victims, but doctors are seeing more and more children and teenagers suffering from the condition, especially during summer months.

Don't put up with tired, achy, and swollen legs, they could be a sign of vein disease and there might be something you can do about it.

Without vitamin D, people complain of feeling sick all the time, depressed, tired, and achy. Vitamin D is critical to bone and cellular health.

As graduation season comes to an end, it is the beginning of a whole new adventure for the class of 2023 as they head out into the world and while it is a really exciting time, it can also be a little daunting. With big life changes like this, some anxiety that can come along with it. Rashard Skinner, Executive Director and therapist at Sapphire Therapy shared advice on how to navigate the road ahead for you and your kids.

Listening to your body is important. But what if you think there might be something wrong, but your doctor says you’re fine? At Advanced Body scan they have the technology to help detect disease at early stages and founder Steve Marler says this is something that should be part of your yearly physical exam.

Researcher Dr. Jaye Derrick with the University of Houston leads a $2.9 million dollar study with the potential to develop new interventions to improve health.

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans through 2025, women in their 20s should eat 2,000 to 2,400 calories, depending on activity level. Calories decrease to all the way down between 1,600 to 2,000 calories by the time a woman is in her 60s.

Dr. David Persse, Chief Medical Officer for the City of Houston, shares how the city's working to avoid a resurgence.

In honor of Thursday being World Milk Day, here’s a breakdown of the most popular types of milk and what they really can do for the body.

Happy National Smile Day!

Magnesium comes from food or supplements and our lifestyle works against us when it comes to absorbing this mineral.

How a local mom created a supportive network of hope and community to help those struggling with infertility! Her impactful message for those trying to expand their families!

"At Advanced Body Scan, we have proven that early detection saves lives," said Advanced Body Scan founder Steve Marler. In over a decade of doing full body scans the clinic has discovered the early signs of two of the most deadly disease, heart disease and cancer in thousands of people. The earlier you detect disease the sooner you can start treatment. Houston Life's Melanie Camp went to Advanced Body Scan in Bellaire to find out more.

Planning, cooking, and storing meals for an easy, healthy week is a great idea except for one big problem...

President and CEO Mary Beck sat down with KPRC 2 to explain the fentanyl crisis and how to speak with young people about this pervasive drug.

How early detection can help your heart

According to the American Psychological Association, 90% of Gen Z — which the U.S. Census classifies as people born from 1997 to 2013 — in 2022 had experienced psychological or physical symptoms as a result of stress within a time period of one year.

Try these exercises with a towel to bulk up your upper body.

As noted by the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, common heart issues in athletes include the following.

I soon began to wonder what was the deal with this sport -- and why were people becoming so obsessed with it?

At Advanced Body Scan they use state-of-the-art technology to take a look inside your body. These scans can be used to help detect abnormalities within the body, as well as cancer, and heart disease.

While it’s not as comfortable and it might be easier to lose motivation this time of year, colder winter days shouldn't prevent you from running outside.

According to the latest data from the CDC, in the U.S., 66 athletes die annually from sudden cardiac arrest.

Nutritionist, researcher, educator, consultant, veteran, and mom Tara Torres with Sky Therapeutics has some great tips to support our bodies’ natural detoxification.

Dr. Mythili Vedala, a primary care physician with Memorial Hermann, talks about why primary care physicians are the key to starting the new year right.

The small or the large tub? Butter or no butter? Those are often decisions moviegoers make when at the theater and are in the mood for some popcorn to go along with their show.

In October 2021, after more than a decade as a healthy, competitive runner, Esau Velazquez suffered a heart attack.

One of the best things you can do for yourself and your loved ones is take a proactive stance with your health.Even if you feel okay, it is worth taking a closer look at what is going on inside your body and while this may sound very ‘future science,’ there is actually technology that can help you do this and it is completely pain free.Houston Life’s Melanie Camp went to Advanced Body Scan in Bellaire to chat with company founder, Steve Marler, to find out more.

What mistakes are commonly made by those getting back into working out? And what are best ways to ensure that a New Year's resolution isn’t given up on by March -- or even earlier?

A cheat day is essentially a day in which someone abandons their diet or disciplined eating, and eats items that aren’t very healthy.

Students at the University of Houston have been working on producing Telenovelas with an important message. Raising awareness in the Hispanic community about the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

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RSV and the flu are hitting the pediatric population hard right now.

There are several nonsurgical treatments available as well as surgical techniques with a successful track record.

For years, Christopher Borck had recurring seizures due to his epilepsy. He tried multiple treatments, but nothing seemed to work until he met the team at Memorial Hermann Mischer Neuroscience Institute whose approach to treatment changed his life.

Dreams are made of this… For over 30 years, The College of Healthcare Professions, or CHCP, has launched thousands of professional healthcare careers we sent Houston Life Correspondent out to take a look at the new, state-of-the-art, CHCP campus in North West Houston.

Jim Breazeale launched from the minors to major league baseball from 1968 to 1972 and played alongside some of the best-known in the business.

Problems with veins are not just a normal sign of aging, it could be telling you something serious

Abe Sanchez, the executive chef at Kitchen Monster Creations, joins the Houston Life studio before he competes in Season 21 of Hell’s Kitchen.

There's a risk of injury every time someone steps on to a playing surface. Here are ways to lessen that risk.

Retired doctor, Dirk Rodriguez, may be a risk taker in life but when it comes to his health he leaves nothing to chance. A former fighter pilot and combat surgeon, Dr. Dirk says he uses body scans to stay on top of his health by catching any potential problems early.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 2,000 young, seemingly healthy people under age 25 in the United States die each year of sudden cardiac arrest.

If you have a student that plays a sport or is just very active, you may want to schedule them for a FREE heart screening this month.

More people in a gym means more noise, which can lead to some risk of hearing loss while working out.

One organization in Detroit is doing its best to make sure there is access for all types of cyclists.

Aortic dissection is a rare but catastrophic disorder.

The mother had severe aortic stenosis, but she didn’t know it when she first got pregnant.

Memorial Hermann-Katy doctor Khilan Pindoria says he tries taking good care of his health because his father passed away suddenly when he was just a teenager. His father was only 52 years old.

Vitamin D deficiency is extraordinarily common, and most people don’t even realize they’re suffering from it.

It probably won’t come as new information to many, that if you’re looking to achieve a healthier lifestyle, a lot of it comes down to what you eat.

Symptoms of heart attacks can be different in women. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection, or SCAD, can also be missed since it appears mostly in younger women, often with no history of heart problems.

It’s known that breastfeeding can be extremely beneficial to a baby, but as it turns out, it’s extremely beneficial to the mom, as well, and in many ways.

Dugan Chandler placed third in competition at a rodeo in Belville last year. He looked like a strong competitor but had no idea his life was about to change.

The Olympics can be so much fun to watch, whether you’re tuning in solo, with your significant other or as a whole family.

You hear it often: There’s a need for blood donors -- but there’s apparently a particular need for the Black community to step up and donate.

High blood pressure and preeclampsia can be indicators that women are at risk for heart disease later in life, according to cardiologist Dr. Bobbi Bogaev Chapman.

Exercise can be great once you get into a healthy routine -- especially when you’re doing some workouts you enjoy.

Either exercising more or achieving greater fitness goals are usually popular New Year’s resolutions for people, but have you thought about an even bolder resolution that will ensure you either get or remain in great shape?

When it comes to the human body, it goes without saying that our hearts are incredibly important.

Of all the questions that can be asked to measure one’s physical strength, this one might be the most common: “How much can you bench?”

An independent laboratory that’s processing COVID-19 tests said it has made several changes to address delays and keep up with the demand.

Harris Health System is asking people who are seeking COVID-19 testing due to exposure or mild symptoms to avoid emergency rooms in the Houston area and instead seek testing at a pharmacy, doctor’s office or testing site.

A memorial playground was dedicated Thursday morning to a young Astros fan killed by a rare amoeba.

Diabetes is considered a growing epidemic in the U.S.

This Thanksgiving, a Houston mother is grateful to be alive after suffering from cardiac arrest and her husband saving her.

Dr. Reisa Sperling, director at the Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, said there’s increasing information that links lifestyle to Alzheimer’s.

‘Tis the season for desserts, cocktails and everything that’s delicious.

Texas Children's Hospital has opened appointments for children ages 5 and up to receive Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine beginning Saturday, Nov. 6, pending emergency use authorization and final sign-offs from the FDA, CDC and State next week.

Can chocolate actually -- gasp -- be good for you?

October is National Spine Health Awareness Month, an opportunity for spine specialists to highlight the importance of spine health and how spine-related issues can affect one’s overall quality of life.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced Thursday a health order requiring masks in schools and childcare centers.

The Brazos County Health District Mosquito Surveillance Unit confirmed mosquito samples have tested positive for the West Nile Virus on Wednesday.

Researchers at the McGovern Medical School are studying blood samples from COVID patients to better understand the impact of the virus and long COVID symptoms.

So, have you ever consumed roughly 10 days worth of calories in 10 minutes?

June is Men's Health Month.

A crucial first aid lesson is learning what to do in case someone is choking, unfortunately, not everybody knows how to do the Heimlich Maneuver.