Features - Health Digest

Nancy Boudreau

When You Always Eat Until You're Full, This Is What Happens To Your Body

Occasional overeating is usually not a cause for concern, but what if you find yourself gorging on the regular? Here's what happens when you regularly overeat.

Marica Laing

Cold Sores Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

What people might at first write off as a pimple sometimes turns out to be a cold sore. These blisters like to appear on the lips and overstay their welcome.

Robin Zabiegalski

Ovarian Cysts Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Ovarian cysts can happen to anyone with ovaries. Here is a deep dive into what they are, how to find out if you have them, and how to treat them.

Jay Wilson

14 Tips To Curb Allergy Symptoms

You can curb your allergy symptoms in more ways than just using your basic allergy pills. Here are some things to try out to cut down that sneezing.

ambien spilling from prescription bottle

Jody Braverman

Ambien Explained: Usage, Dosage, And Side Effects

Ambien is the brand name of zolpidem, a prescription medication used to treat sleep problems in adults. Here's everything you need to know about this drug.

David Oscar

Cerebral Palsy Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Cerebral palsy is a motor disorder that's typically diagnosed early in a child's life. Here's what you need to know about the causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Olivia Bria

Ultramarathon Runner Scott Jurek On Post Race Meal And Motivation Tips - Exclusive Interview

How does ultramarathon runner Scott Jurek stay fueled? He spoke to Health Digest about his immediate post race choices for meals and motivations.

Sandy Masinter

Sandra Bullock's Diet And Workout Routine Explained

In an industry that scrutinizes every physical flaw, Hollywood star Sandra Bullock appears to have very few. Here's a look at her diet and workout routine.

Ariane Lang

The Effects Of Crohn's Disease On The Body

Crohn's is an inflammatory bowel disease that can affect not only the digestive tract but other parts of the body. Here's what you should know.

Roseline Akpa

Lesser-Known Eating Disorders You Should Know About

You are probably familiar with anorexia and bulimia, but several other conditions also involve disordered eating. Here are the ones you may not have heard of.

Melissa Szaro

Signs Your Screen Time Could Be Making You Sick

With so much screen time it's no wonder people are feeling sick. Do you know how much screen time you have per day? Here's some signs you shouldn't ignore.

Meredith Cooper

Unexpected Common Triggers Of Indoor Allergies

Allergies can be a pain, and they are something you may suffer from all year, even if you're spending most of your time indoors. Here are some inside allergens.

Ziba Redif

Tips For Managing Migraine Attacks At Work

Migraines can be debilitating under any circumstance, but especially at work. If you need to combat a migraine while you're on the job, here are some tips.

Lauren O'Connor

Simple Tips For Staying Healthy Over The Holidays

Keeping up with the momentum of holiday cheer can impact sleep habits, diet, and stress levels. Here are some tips for staying healthy over the holidays.

Anthony Crutcher

Researchers Believe This Is When Cervical Cancer Could Become A Thing Of The Past

Cancer seems unavoidable, and while today that may be, in the future, it may not. A new study predicts how and when cervical cancer will no longer be an issue.

Sandra Langel

Eye Strain Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Here's what you need to know about the causes, symptoms and treatments for eye strain.

David Oscar

Red Spots Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Red spots on your skin can be caused by a host of issues. Here, we've outlined many causes, symptoms and treatments.

Marica Laing

Pink Eye Vs Stye: What's The Difference?

Pink eye and styes are two common eye infections that share a few similar symptoms. The causes for each are different and treatment varies for both conditions.

Jennifer Co

What Does It Mean When You Have Cramps But No Period?

Cramps are a common symptom of menstruation, but they can also arise from other causes. Here are some of the reasons you may have cramps outside of your period.

Jay Wilson

Health Myths You Should Stop Believing About Coffee

There's a swirl of negative health claims around coffee, some as old as time -- but how many of them are true? As it turns out, not that many.

vitamin pills spelling out the word vitamin

Jody Braverman

All The Major Side Effects Of Vitamin Supplements Explained

Vitamin supplements can come with lots of different side effects. Keep reading to get all the details.

exhausted young woman resting after workout

Robert Iafelice

Why Lactic Acid Is Actually Good For You

Have you ever wondered what lactic acid is and what it does? Well, it's good for you -- and we'll tell you why.

Hannah Gordon

The Best Exercises For People With Chronic Pain

Learn how exercise can help with chronic pain, as well as which types of exercise have been shown to be beneficial for different forms of chronic pain.

clay image of small and large intestines

Melissa Szaro

Exercises To Help Ease Your Crohn's Disease Symptoms

Crohn's disease can severely impact quality of life, but some lifestyle choices like regular exercise can help manage symptoms. Here are a few workouts to try.

Jay Wilson

Medical Reasons You Could Be Tired All The Time

Sometimes, the fatigue you're feeling isn't because of something you're doing; it may be a medical condition that needs addressing. Here are some examples.

Deer tick sitting on a leaf with child's legs in the background

Robin Zabiegalski

Myths You Should Stop Believing About Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a mysterious and often misunderstood condition. We're here to dispel some myths you should stop believing about Lyme.

Amy Boyington

How To Use The Apple Fitness App Without An Apple Watch

There are a few ways Apple has made it easier to use the Fitness app, even if you don't want to spend money on an Apple Watch. Read this to learn more.