Can A Lemon Lower Your Blood Pressure While You Sleep? Here's What We Know
There are myriad methods for lowering blood pressure levels that people turn to. As it turns out, one interesting option involves a bright yellow citrus fruit.
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Stories By Jennifer Anandanayagam
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How The Death Grip Can Affect A Man's Sexual Health
Did you know that masturbating the wrong way can become a concern? This is how death grip syndrome can affect your sex life and what you can do about it. -
When You Stop Eating Sugar, This Is What Happens To Your Sleep
Excess sugar is one of the few things that the health community agrees can be bad for you. Did you know that stopping sugar can even affect your sleep? -
When Women Stop Having Sex, This Body Part Can Shrink
For women, not masturbating or having penetrative sex can lead to changes in their body parts, specifically this part. The good news is regular sex can help. -
Does Decaf Coffee Make You Poop? Here's What We Know
You may already be aware of coffee's effects on a person's bowel movements. But have you ever wondered if decaf can produce the same results for you? -
Is This Popular Spice An Effective Alternative To Ibuprofen? What Doctors Say
If you're experiencing pain but don't want to resort to taking ibuprofen, some suggest ingesting a popular spice as an alternative. But do doctors agree? -
We Tried TikTok's Viral Balloon Hack To Poop Instantly. Here's How It Went
Does TikTok's viral balloon hack for pooping instantly actually work? A Health Digest writer decided to test it and report back. Here's what she found. -
Avoid Eating Too Much Peanut Butter If You Take This Type Of Medication
As with any other food, eating too much peanut butter can have consequences. This is particularly the case when you're taking a certain kind of medication. -
Turns Out We Have Several Buttons To Relieve Back Pain. Here's How To Find Them
If you're tired of cold and warm water packs, painkillers, and sitting in weird positions to find some relief from back pain, this article is for you. -
Why We Can't Poop Without Peeing
Being unable to poop without peeing is one of the most curious scientific oddities involving our bodily processes. Experts have pondered this matter, too. -
When You Hold Your Pee, This Is What Happens To Your Blood Pressure
When you feel the urge to tinkle, experts say you should be looking for a bathroom. Here's what happens to your blood pressure if you hold in your pee. -
Why Narrow Poop Could Be A Serious Warning Sign
It's normal to take a peek into your toilet bowl after pooping, every once in a while. But when you notice narrow poop, should you be worried about it? -
This Popular Canned Food Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Sugar
While canned foods can be quick and convenient, certain foods that you may not expect, like this one, can effect your blood sugar in a negative way. -
Avoid Eating This Type Of Vegetable Before Having Sex
You probably try to avoid garlic before having sex so you don't have garlic breath, but there's a type of vegetable that may want to avoid eating as well. -
Do This With Your Eyes To Fall Asleep In Record Time
For some, winding down for bed can be riddled with anxiety because they just can't fall asleep. If this sounds like you, this trick with your eyes may help. -
When You Take A Bath Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Blood Pressure
Taking a bath can be a great way to relax or to relieve sore muscles. What you may not realize is that it's also something that can affect your blood pressure. -
Rinsing Canned Beans Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Body
Rinsing off your canned beans isn't just about cleaning off the liquid they are packed in. It can also affect your body in a couple of important ways. -
Drink This Hydrating Beverage For Easier Pooping
There's no shortage of advice out there for easier pooping. However, there's one hydrating beverage that you might want to consider trying for constipation. -
We Tried The Viral Diaper Cream Hack To Heal Dry Skin. Here's What Happened
There's a viral TikTok hack that promotes the idea of using diaper cream to treat dry skin. Of course, we had to try it - and we got interesting results. -
The Ingredient In Store-Bought Pasta Sauce That Can Raise Your Bad Cholesterol
Common store-bought pasta sauce brands contain an ingredient that can be quite concerning since it can raise your bad cholesterol. Here's what to look for. -
The Popular Fruit That Can Actually Make You Look Younger
As you age, your skin changes; but what if we told you that eating one specific nutritious and delicious fruit might actually be able to help you look younger? -
If This Happens To Your Poop, You Might Have A Worm Problem
If you begin to experience certain tell-tale symptoms involving your poop, it could be a indicator that you have a worm problem. Here's what to know. -
When You Stop Eating Peanut Butter, This Is What Happens To Your Blood Sugar
The presence or absence of certain foods in your diet can affect your health in different ways. Eating (or avoiding) peanut butter may impact your blood sugar. -
At What Age Do Men Lose Their Sex Drive?
The idea of men losing their sex drive over time is one that has been reinforced in pop culture. But is there a specific age when this starts to happen? -
Is The Waxy Coating On Apples Safe To Eat?
Eat an apple every day - it's doctor-recommended (at least, according to your mom). But what about the waxy coating on your apple? Is is safe to eat? -
Eating Garlic Has An Unexpected Effect On A Man's Sex Life
Garlic is an herb with many health benefits, including lowering cholesterol. For men, garlic may offer more benefits yet, especially with their sex life. -
Blue Apron's Keto-Friendly Prepared & Ready Meals Explained By Our Nutritionist
A nutritionist gave us some insight on a few keto options in Blue Apron's new line of fresh, ready-to-eat, non-frozen offerings, Prepared & Ready Meals.
