Wellness

Body roundness index v. body mass index: What’s the deal?

It's critical to know if we need to seek treatment for obesity — but what's the best way to measure?

Listen to your gut about when to take probiotics

Don’t waste your money on expensive supplements unless you’re taking antibiotics or having gastrointestinal symptoms.

When will I stop craving cigarettes?

Prepare for surprise moments when you thought you were past this.

How to reduce your risk of a kidney stone

Research points to more teens, women and blacks in the South getting kidney stones.

Parents: Remember the ABCs of water safety for kids

Keep your kids safe around water with these three steps.

Young woman in a sundress and a sunhat sits in the shade on the ground, applying sunscreen to her arm.

Fact or fiction? Test your skin cancer knowledge

A Vanderbilt expert addresses common misconceptions around the sun and your skin.

A guide to getting more active

Increasing your physical activity is one of the best ways you can improve your health. Ready to get started? Read on for expert tips on making exercise a part of your healthy lifestyle.

ATV riders: Strap on a helmet like you wear a seat belt in a car

ATV accidents jump as weather gets warm, and children are more prone to injuries. Here's why.

Woman squats in an outdoor garden doing yard work, in a post about how to protect your back.

Don’t let spring yard work become a pain in the back

Protect your back during springtime yard work with these five tips.