Inside The Connection Between Stress And MS
MS is an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the central nervous system. However, there is also an important interplay between MS and stress.
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Stories By Lisabeth Fauble
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Study Shows This Generation Is Most Likely To Be Dishonest With Their Doctors
Many patients lie because they don't trust medical providers to have sufficient expertise or the ability to grasp the finer nuances of their health status. -
Could A Person's Desire To Drink Alcohol Be Driven By Genetics?
Our genes play a role in nearly everything we do and every choice we make. A new study tells us if they can affect how much alcohol we drink. -
Can Social Interaction Play A Role In Fitness Motivation?
We often want to skip our workouts, but if we work out with friends, they keep us accountable. Learn how social interaction might aid in fitness motivation. -
What It Means When You Have Generational Trauma
Along with physical traits, people can also inherit traumas passed down through generations. In fact, some may know this to be the "generational curse." -
Unexpected Health Benefits Of Lighting A Candle
Many people use candlelight to create ambiance, scent a room, or set a mood. But burning a candle — scented or not — can be good for your health too. -
Study Finds New Gene Linked With Accelerated Colon Cancer Growth
In a new study, colon cancer researchers were able to link external inflammation around cancer tumors to malignancy and the rate of tumor growth. -
New Study Reveals The Benefits Of Strength-Training For Older Adults
As we age, it is essential for our well-being to engage in physical activity. Read on to find out why strength training is so beneficial for older adults. -
Is There A Connection Between Red Wine And Gut Health?
A recent study may indicate that people who drink red wines have healthier gut bacteria levels than those who drink other kinds of alcohol. Is it really true? -
The Current Challenges Of Cannabis Scientific Research
The federal ban on cannabis inhibits researchers from studying its risks and benefits. Here's the lowdown on the current challenges cannabis research is facing. -
What To Do When Your Body's Natural Collagen Levels Start Decreasing
As you age, your body stops producing as much collagen as it once did. Read on to find out what to do when your body's collagen levels start decreasing. -
Study Shows 4 Hours May Be All It Takes For Ketamine To Start Easing Depression
Therapists have begun using ketamine to treat depression. A new study shows that 4 hours may be all it takes for ketamine to start easing depressive symptoms. -
How Adding Variety To Her Workout Routine Keeps Cindy Crawford Looking Lean
Supermodel Cindy Crawford is still fit and lean at 54. Discover how keeping a wide variety in her workout routines helps keep her in tip top shape. -
Innovative Stem Cell Treatment Might Spell Good News For Babies With Spina Bifida
This innovative stem cell treatment might work even better for babies with spina bifida than previous methods, considering its success in animal studies. -
What Happens To Your Body When You Have Menstrual Cramps
Menstrual cramps are very common, but no less annoying for that fact. Discover what actually happens to your body when you experience menstrual cramps. -
How To Know If You Have COVID, The Cold, Or The Flu - Exclusive
In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Dr. Barbara Bawer, a family medicine physician, talks about how to know if you have COVID-19, a cold, or the flu. -
Why Experts Say Teen Vaping Is A Growing Public Health Risk
Although smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco, and other tobacco products are restricted to adults 18 and older in the U.S., 1 in 7 teens say they currently vape. -
Study Finds Not All Fiber Is The Same And Some Can Be Hazardous To Your Health
Fiber is an important part of a balanced diet, but not all fiber is the same. Learn how a certain form of fiber might be hazardous to your health. -
Foods You Should Eat To Ease Endometriosis Inflammation
Endometriosis can be a painful and frustrating condition to handle. Discover what foods you can eat to ease the inflammation associated with endometriosis. -
New Study Reveals What Man's Best Friend Can Do For Your Brain Health
Dogs possess a keen ability to make us happier, help us cope in troubling times, reduce stress, and make us more attractive to other people. -
What To Know About Cervical Vertigo
Cervical vertigo, marked by headaches, dizziness, and neck pain, can be triggered by a number of things. Here's what you should know about cervical vertigo. -
Study Reveals How Becoming A Father Can Boost A Man's Brain Power
Unlike women, whose brain changes are due to the physical stimuli of pregnancy, brain changes in men are likely due to enhanced neuroplasticity. -
What We Know About Loretta Lynn's Health Issues In Recent Years
When Loretta Lynn suffered a stroke at her Tennessee ranch in May 2017, she was scared, but she wasn't about to let it get her down. -
Everything You Wanted To Know About Cavities
Statistics say 90% of adults over the age of 20 have had at least one cavity, but they are preventable. Here's everything you wanted to know about cavities. -
How To Deal With Sudden Onset Anxiety
If you experience sudden onset anxiety, you are not alone. Here are some gentle and effective exercises to help calm a pounding heart and relieve anxiety. -
Can The COVID-19 Vaccine Change Your Menstrual Cycle?
After receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, many women reported changes in their menstrual cycles. Learn about a recent study that examined these changes. -
COVID-19 Caused Many Changes, Including Our Personalities
A new study shows that COVID-19 caused many changes, including adjustments to our personalities. These impact everything from our openness to agreeableness.
