Health Care

Weight Watchers International Inc. (NYSE:WTW) on Thursday reported third-quarter net income of $21.8 million.

Nutritional products retailer GNC Holding Inc sold dietary supplements containing two illegal synthetic drugs in the United States, Oregon's attorney general alleged in a lawsuit.

FOXBusiness.com tested out a treadmill desk as a healthy alternative to prolonged sitting.   

Founding CEO John Mackey pioneered the natural and organic food market – how could such a powerful visionary lose his way?

A majority of research says genetically modified organisms are safe to eat while other experts say you should proceed with caution.

A new business is looking to ramp up your workout while your work. 

San-Francisco-based wearable device maker, Fitbit, will report its first quarter as a public company after the bell on Wednesday, and the stock performance suggests the company is in tip top shape.

For decades stress and burnout have plagued the American workplace in a similar way that obesity has plagued school aged children.

Most diet and exercise resolutions fail because people try to do them alone.

Personal training, gym memberships, unlimited yoga passes and the like are all fine ways to get in shape for the sleeveless days of summer, but what if you're looking to work out without adding a new line to your budget?

Coca-Cola has raised its stake in Keurig Green Mountain, becoming the company's largest shareholder ahead of the release of their joint cold brewing machine. 

GlaxoSmithKline has launched an investigation with the FDA for its popular over-the-counter weight-loss drug Alli, saying bottles in at least seven states have been tampered with. 

Eating an all-organic diet and joining a pricey gym aren’t the only ways to get fit. 

Walgreen reported a 5% improvement in a key revenue metric as pharmacy sales grew despite the negative impacts of a harsh weather and generics.

Altria and Philip Morris will work to commercialize reduced-risk products and e-cigarettes as awareness regarding the harmful effects of traditional tobacco products spreads. 

Students have coverage choices, including school health plans and Obamacare.

If losing weight is on your New Year’s resolution list, here’s some good news: fulfilling that goal might not mean long hours at the gym.

Whether it’s the caloric eggnog or the second trip to the buffet during a holiday party, studies show that people gain an average of one to two pounds during the holiday season. While two pounds alone isn’t bad, many people don’t shed the extra weight--and it adds up over time.

Figuring out which medical apps are worth your money and time can be tough process, but that could all be about to change.  

President Barack Obama has renewed his promise that if you like your health insurance plan, you can keep it - at least for another year. But is he too late to fix the problem?