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Stories By Erin Marie
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Canker sores tend to be on the mild side in 85% of people who develop them. However, you'll want to avoid eating these foods if you have a painful canker sore.
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The Healthy Bean That Can Lower Blood Pressure And Help You Sleep
There are many kinds of beans you can add to your diet, each with their own nutritional perks. Consider this one if you have hypertension or trouble sleeping. -
King Charles Skips This Meal Every Day. But Is It Healthy?
King Charles has some interesting meal-related habits, including eliminating one from his daily schedule. We talked to an expert to learn if that's healthy. -
When You Take Tums Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Kidney Stone Risk
Tums can help relieve indigestion, heartburn, and upset stomach. If you take it everyday, however, it could have this effect on your kidney stone risk. -
Habits That Increase Your Early Death Risk
Just as good choices can add years to your life, bad ones can increase your risk of early death. Here are a few unhealthy habits you'll want to avoid. -
When You Have An Orgasm, This Is What Happens To Your Blood Pressure
Your blood pressure can rise or drop depending on what your body is currently experiencing. But does having an orgasm affect your blood pressure in any way? -
Where Is Simply Fit Board From Shark Tank Season 7 Today?
Simply Fit Board's founders had the Sharks doing "The Twist" during Season 7 of Shark Tank, but how is the innovative fitness product doing today? -
What Happens To Your Prostate When You Eat Too Much Salt
If you have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate gland, you'll want to read this article about the effects of too much salt. -
The Food Safety Mistake You Never Want To Make With A Store-Bought Rotisserie Chicken
Swinging by the store to pick up a crisp rotisserie chicken makes dinner a no-brainer. However, there's one food safety mistake you'll want to avoid. -
Everyday Habits That Are Worse For Your Health Than You Think
Most of us start and end each day with an established health and hygiene routine. However, we may be better off kicking some of our health habits to the curb. -
Avoid Eating Aged Cheeses If You Have This Little-Known Food Intolerance
Food intolerances can prevent us from enjoying certain ingredients or beverages. One lesser-known food intolerance makes eating aged cheeses a bad idea. -
Avoid Drinking These Popular Beverages If You Have An Enlarged Prostate
Certain beverage choices can add to your symptoms if you're dealing with an enlarged prostate. Here's what to stay away from, and what to try instead. -
If A Man's Stomach Hurts After Sex, They Might Have This Medical Condition
Some men may experience abdominal discomfort after they have sex. As it turns out, a medical condition may be responsible for this kind of stomach pain. -
Snacking Habits That Can Help Lower Your High Cholesterol
Some folks may opt to avoid snacking entirely if they have high cholesterol levels. Speaking exclusively with Health Digest, an expert offers helpful advice. -
What It Means If Eating Peanut Butter Makes You Feel Gassy
If you're among the people who encounter uncomfortable bloating and gas after eating peanut butter, familiarize yourself with the possible causes here. -
What Happens To Your Body If You Drink More Than Two Sodas A Day
Soft drinks are almost always within reach no matter where we are. However, this is what could happen to your body if you drink more than two sodas a day. -
What It Means When It Takes A While For Men To Start Peeing
Sometimes, men might feel the urge to pee but find that it takes a moment or two to get things flowing. If this happens often, it could be a sign of a problem. -
The Popular Beverage That Can Prevent Kidney Stones (And Help You Sleep)
Certain beverages come to mind when we talk about what to drink to help us fall asleep. As it turns out, a specific drink can prevent kidney stones, too. -
Kick Your Sore Throat To The Curb With This Easy Pickle Brine Hack
The next time you feel the painful prick of a sore throat coming on, you may want to reach for a jar of pickles over a bag of cough drops. Here's why. -
What Happens When Chlamydia Spreads To A Man's Prostate
Chlamydia is among the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Here's what could happen if the infection reaches a man's prostate. -
The Healthiest Popsicles To Stay Hydrated All Summer Long
Water can start to bore your taste buds as you work to stay hydrated during the summer. Mix things up with some of the healthiest popsicles around. -
Avoid Drinking Whole Milk If You Have This Medical Condition
If you have this particular medical condition, it may be a good idea to bypass the whole milk found in your dairy aisle. We'll explain why this is so. -
Brushing Your Teeth Has A Little-Known Effect On Your Early Death Risk
Brushing your teeth properly and regularly improves your oral hygiene. But how does this part of your dental care routine affect your risk of early death? -
Follow These Steps Before Bed To Successfully Sleep With A Sunburn
Have you ever gotten a sunburn and found it impossible to fall sleep after? Try these tips to make your post-burn bedtime less painful. -
How Long You Can Have Prostate Cancer Without Knowing It
Prostate cancer can be difficult to catch because patients can typically go for a long time without knowing they have it. But how long is too long? -
When You Drink Orange Juice For Breakfast, This Is What Happens To Your Cholesterol
Here's the deal on how that morning glass of orange juice may be affecting your cholesterol levels, plus useful info on picking the healthiest form of OJ. -
Could Donald Trump's Ear Injury Cause Lasting Damage?
We spoke with a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon about whether the type of injury sustained by Donald Trump are known to cause lasting damage.