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Sometimes it's hard to tell what foods are good, bad or just OK when it comes to health. One might expect labels of the front of packages to help out and they should but sometimes they're more misleading than helpful.

As meat demand grows exponentially and millions worldwide go hungry each day, in vitro -- or lab-grown -- meat could become a significant scientific gift to consumers. And while today's regular meat consumption can lead to heart disease and other health issues, the in-vitro alternative may ultimately be healthier, too.

Would taxes on less-nutritious foods lead to better health? Or better purchasing patterns? In a recent study of food taxes vs. food subsidies, researchers found little to support that notion as both affect food shopping decision making.

A recent study reveals that mitochondria, which have recently gained recognition for their essential role in longevity and health, are essential for cell aging and this is the first research to conclusively prove it.

If a 30-year old has trouble accessing web-based accounts, imagine the challenges facing aging seniors, especially those with failing memories and assets like bank accounts and stock portfolios? What's more, they can forget when wills are prepared, which makes digital access for their loved ones essential.

There have been several cases of sexually transmitted Zika virus. Will this be the exception or the norm? It's too soon to tell, but two other viruses provide us with some clues.

Caffeine junkies, we know the struggle is real. The risks versus benefits of coffee have been debated for some time, and the latest findings point to good news: Caffeine does not make our hearts flutter, despite popular belief.

A British microbiologist found that some beard bacteria contains anti-adhesion molecules, which prevent bacterial binding to surfaces. That means that hipster beards may harbor bacteria capable of killing drug-resistant bacteria.

The National Academy of Medicine conservatively approved studies to be conducted, on a limited basis, to evaluate the safety and efficacy of mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT) in women with mitochondrial disease allowing them to have their own genetic children.

Although obesity is linked to a myriad of negative health effects, there are some obese people who still seem to escape these impacts. But a new study from South Korea suggests that there may be hidden health impacts even in these people with so-called "healthy obesity."

According to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, although the number of influenza cases reported across the U.S. is steadily climbing, flu activity is nowhere near what the nation witnessed by this time last year.

Healthcare resources Fierce Healthcare, Pharmacy & Therapeutics magazine, and Managed Care magazine cited Senior Director of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Dr.

Some of the top health stories making news over the last 48 hours.

Scientists believe they have discovered a new set of genes linked to stroke -- but not just any stroke. The finding could help shed light on one of the most common types, and one closely associated with cases of dementia.

With the Earth's population expected to reach eight billion by 2036, new solutions to an anticipated food shortage are becoming more critical. A group at Arizona State University recently discovered that increasing the expression of a gene found in most plants makes them able to grow in more varied environmental conditions.

In Hollywood, where having a therapist is chic, mental health disorders are a reality. But often times they don't get the frank-talk focus that they deserve. So any celebrity who opens up to the media about their issues to de-stigmatize them -- like Lady Gaga and Demi Lovato -- is A-OK in our book.

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A new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society finds no evidence to support the use of antipsychotics, a common go-to medication, in the treatment of acute delirium in elderly patients.

Many vocal California women are outraged by the sales tax imposed on feminine products, and they have teamed up with state legislators to demand that these essential goods be made exempt, like they are in just a handful of other states around the country.

Residents of Flint, Michigan continue to have misgivings about their water supply, even after the city switched back to cleaner water in the wake of its recent contaminated water crisis. Yet one health issue – a growing number of skin rashes among residents – has caused them to avoid bathing with city-supplied water at all costs. But are these fears justified? The science says they are not.

A recent poll found that in defiance of what marketing claims are about organic food, anti-GMO beliefs are actually a sign of being less educated. This is a big blow to Organic Consumers Association and the attack groups they fund to say just the opposite, such as U.S. Right To Know and SourceWatch.

What drink (or drinks) will promote proper hydration without leading to too many pit stops? A recent study suggests that milk and oral hydration beverage are probably not the best choices. Which were the best? We suggest you ...

Colonoscopies have been hailed as the hero for the decreasing the incidence and death from colon cancer. An essay, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, claims that other factors, not just colonoscopy screenings, are contributing to the decline.

A malaria vaccine developed by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have been able to successfully induce, and maintain immunity, in over half their subjects. This development provides added hope for preventing malaria.

Participants in the "Biggest Loser" reality TV contest are able to shed massive amounts of weigh — frequently, 100 pounds or more. But followup studies indicate that maintaining that sizeable loss isn't a piece of cake, because often the body's metabolism fights back.