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Health Digest spoke with Dr. Jessica Shepherd, an OB-GYN and women's health expert, during Endometriosis Awareness Month and learned more about the disease.

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers fill grocery and drugstore shelves everywhere. What are some of the most frequent mistakes we make with them?

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Dr. Jessica Shepherd, an OB-GYN, reveals why open conversations about women's health are essential.

To mark MS Awareness Month, "Supernatural" actress Rachel Miner sat down with Health Digest to discuss her diagnosis and advocacy.

While a Fitbit can't tell you everything your doctor could about your health, it has a lot of features that can help you understand your health better.

If you do the same exercises all the time during your gym workouts, you might develop injuries while potentially ignoring some important muscles.

There's good reason to consider what you can do to prevent a stroke. Start with a few small changes and gradually work your way towards more.

Some of the hygiene habits you may have been taught are a little outdated. Read on to learn which of your hygiene habits might need a refresh.

We all want clear skin with a healthy, beautiful glow, but your routine might be working against these aims. Read on to learn what mistakes you might be making.

Tomatoes are full of vitamins and antioxidants that support good health. Plus, they pack a powerful ingredient that can be especially beneficial to men.

Insulin has remained an essential treatment of diabetes. However, that doesn't mean there's nothing new to say about it-- or for that matter, diabetes itself.

The dangers of drug interactions are multiplying as more and more medications land on shelves. This includes many well-known over-the-counter products.

Periods should not be intensely painful or difficult. Here are some symptoms of endometriosis that you should never write off as "just a bad period."

Love it or leave it, the fizzy fermented beverage known as kombucha certainly boasts a significant amount of health benefits that have people hooked.

Wworking out your legs is a vital part of any routine. But can you work out your legs too much? And what happens if you're working your legs out every day?

Low in calories and heavy on nutrients, berries are among the healthiest foods for your body. But can eating them every day keep the doctor away?

The norovirus is the top cause of vomiting and diarrhea from acute gastroenteritis in the U.S. Learn more about its causes, symptoms, and treatments here.

The human brain may just be one of the most complex and mind-boggling entities in the universe. Here are some things about your brain that may surprise you.

Whether you love, hate, or are simply indifferent to your body fat, it's a complex and sophisticated part of the human anatomy that requires some understanding.

Finding ways to squeeze in a quick fitness routine can be relatively easy. Discover 14 ways to stay fit, even when your schedule doesn't allow it.

More than a million American adults have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, but recognizing the symptoms can be challenging. Here's what you should know.

Which group exercise classes are the right fit for your body, goals, and lifestyle? Here are some popular fitness classes, ranked from worst to best.

There's really not enough that can be said about the importance of getting a good night's rest. Here are some mistakes you might be making before you go to bed.

There are many possible reasons behind an upset stomach. Here are some food choices you can make (and some to avoid) when you have an upset stomach.

There are many reasons to move toward a plant-based diet, Purple Carrot CEO Andy Levitt detailed in an exclusive interview with Health Digest.

You can rest assured that, in most cases, pink eye is a mild condition. Still, you should be aware of the various causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Even after dieting and exercising, abdominal fat can still linger. Here are some of the most common causes of belly fat and how to avoid them.