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Stories By Jennifer Betts
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As it turns out, swapping your bed for this sleeping alternative can not only improve the quality of your sleep, but also provide some unexpected benefits.
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Eating Instant Ramen Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Eyes
If you like eating instant ramen on a regular basis, you should read this. Research has shown that frequent consumption of ramen can affect the eyes negatively. -
What Happens To Your Skin When You Don't Eat Enough Protein
Our bodies require protein for a multitude of functions, and not getting enough of it can have consequences. Here's what a protein deficiency does to the skin. -
What Happens To Your Libido When You Smoke Marijuana Every Day
Smoking marijuana every day can affect your body in different ways. In particular, it may also have positive and negative effects on your sex drive. -
What It Means When You're Craving Orange Juice
Orange juice is a popular beverage for many, because of its taste and numerous health benefits. But what does it mean when you're craving it, specifically? -
The Rare Eye Feature That Lets Some People See Colors Others Can't
Did you know that some people have the ability to see more colors than the rest of us? Learn more about a colorful genetic eye mutation called tetrachromacy. -
Add This To A Glass Of Water To Protect Your Heart
Heart health is incredibly important as we know, and drinking water is part of that. But there's an ingredient you can add that will help protect it even more. -
What Happens To Your Metabolism When You Don't Eat Enough Protein
You probably already know it's important to get enough protein in your diet, but did you know about the crucial role it plays in metabolism? -
Avoid Eating Beans If You Have These Medical Conditions
Beans can be an excellent addition to most diets if you're lacking in specific nutrients. But if you suffer from any of these health conditions, avoid them. -
Ways Following The Carnivore Diet Can Wreak Havoc On Your Digestive System
Let's explore more deeply the digestive issues caused by the carnivore diet and why they happen. -
What It Means When Taking Ibuprofen Makes You Tired
The over-the-counter drug ibuprofen can provide relief for pain and inflammation. But sometimes, taking this medication can make you want to nap. Here's why. -
Think Twice Before Drinking V8 Juice And Fruit Juice Together
V8 juice and fruit juice may seem like a sweet match made in heaven. But consuming these two together can have some serious consequences for your bowels. -
Why Is My Left Arm Tingling?
Have you ever experienced a seemingly random tingling sensation in your left arm? As it turns out, there are many possible explanations. Keep reading. -
What Happens To Your Hair When You Eat Peanut Butter Every Day
Your palate and hair agree that eating peanut butter benefits you. We'll walk you through how its different vitamins, minerals, and fats benefit your hair. -
Can You Die From A Panic Attack? What The Science Says
A panic attack can mimic the feeling of a heart attack, leaving you wondering whether you will die. But can you actually die from a panic attack? -
Why Your Body Tingles Right Before Falling Asleep
Sometimes falling asleep can be difficult because of a tingle in your body. We'll take a look at the common causes and treatments for this symptom. -
Avoid Eating Canned Food If You Have These Medical Conditions
Canned foods can be high in added sodium. Having certain medical conditions, including these, may mean that you should forego canned foods and opt for fresh. -
Turns Out This Common Pain Killer Could Be Causing Your Nagging Headaches
It's not unusual to turn to pain killers when you suffer from a headache. What may be surprising is that a certain type of headache drug could worsen things. -
Ways You Can Actually Attract People That You'd Never Guess
Have you ever wondered what makes someone more or less attracted to another person? Sometimes the ways you attract people are things you'd never guess. -
What It Means When You're Craving Ibuprofen
It's understandable to turn to ibuprofen every now and then for persistent headaches. But what if it becomes a habitual craving? Here's what you need to know. -
What Happens To Your Bones When You Eat Lots Of Peanut Butter
Bone health is so important, especially as we get older. Well, a common spread seems to be helpful in maintaining bone density - peanut butter. -
How Long It Takes To Build A Tolerance To Energy Drinks (It's Shorter Than You Think)
If you're a person who loves drinking energy drinks, it doesn't take long to build a tolerance. Surprisingly enough, it's actually under a few weeks. -
Taking Ibuprofen Can Be Lethal If You Have This Common Lung Condition
Taking Ibuprofen seems like no big deal when you have a headache or muscle pain. But if you have asthma, it could be really bad for you. Here's why. -
What It Means When Cold Weather Makes Your Teeth Hurt
You might not think about protecting your teeth when you go out in the cold weather, but you should. If you don't, it makes your teeth hurt and this is why. -
How Your Genes Affect Your Success At The Gym
We'll show you how your genes can affect your success in the gym and how your genetic makeup can make specific exercises better for your body. -
What It Means When Your Nose Burns
A viral infection typically comes with a runny nose, which in turn can cause an unpleasant burning sensation in your nasal area. Here's why this can happen. -
When You're Anxious, This Is What Happens To Your Eyes
Anxiety, especially the chronic variety, can greatly affect your quality of life. It can also have an impact on your eye health. Find out more.