Most people who are allergic to peanuts avoid them like the plague. Now a new study suggests that the best way to cure this most common of food allergies may actually be to eat peanuts. But please: don’t try this at home.

Is President Obama tackling too many issues? At a time like this, with the economy teetering, is it really wise to try to reform the health care system?

Pundits and politicians have been debating that question a lot of late. “This is no time to be taking on something as big and complex as health care,” the naysayers admonish. It’s no coincidence that many of them are politicians or high-profile media talking heads–among the lucky few who don’t have to worry about health care coverage. Most of them don’t have the foggiest idea what the rest of us are up against.

Falling short on sleep? New research reported this week at a meeting of the American Heart Association suggests you may be adding to your risk of developing diabetes.

The Ms.Fits logged in this week with 44 hours and 35 minutes of activity this week, for an average of more than four hours for each team member. As a team they shed an impressive seven pounds. Their experience shows that there are plenty of ways to become more active, from walking and climbing stairs during work breaks to going to the gym or working out with WiiFit. Another lesson they’ve learned: weight loss occurs in fits and starts. When you’re working toward slimming down and becoming fitter, it’s important to keep your eyes on the long-term goal and not get discouraged.

For centuries, native Americans have revered cranberries for their healing powers. Modern science is proving them right.

Anger and hostility can dramatically increase heart disease hazards, a new analysis of 38 studies shows. Most at risk: men.

Anger and stress have long been known to endanger the heart. New research from the Nurses Health Study suggests that chronic depression–and antidepressants–may be equally damaging.

My name is Jenn. A year ago I found myself tired and less likely to participate in the activities I enjoyed. I realized that my weight had begun to interfere with my enjoyment of life. I began a program of eating correctly by counting my carbs, joining a gym, and exercising regularly. I lost 35 pounds last year and found a new zest for life. Additionally I found new activities such as walking, weight lifting and exercising with Wii Fit game system that I truly enjoyed. The hardest part is getting off the couch, but once I did, the rewards began almost immediately. Participating in Live Healthy Iowa is a natural extension of my weight loss program.

Driving under the influence is dumb no matter how old you are, but new research suggests that older adults may be especially clueless when it comes to the consequences of a couple of glasses.

Hoping to get junior to eat his broccoli? Don’t call it broccoli. Call it dinosaur broccoli trees. That’s the advice offered at the annual meeting of the School Nutrition Association in Washington D.C. this week.