Features - Health Digest

Steven John

Why Purple Carrot CEO Andy Levitt Is Okay With People Only Going 80 Or 90% Vegan – Exclusive

Andy Levitt, the founder and CEO of Purple Carrot, a 100% vegan meal kit and meal delivery service, recognizes that not everyone is going to go fully vegan.

Meredith Cooper

Warning Signs Of Dehydration You Should Never Ignore

A person can be mildly, moderately, or severely dehydrated -- and dehydration can be fatal. Here are some warning signs of dehydration you should never ignore.

Amy Boyington

What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Chia Seeds Every Day

Sometimes, you can have too much of a good thing -- and that's true even for chia seeds. Here are the pros and cons of eating them every day.

Robin Zabiegalski

Peloton Instructor Emma Lovewell Talks Adding Plant-Based Foods To Her Diet – Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Peloton instructor Emma Lovewell revealed how she's successfully added more plant-based foods into her own diet.

Robin Zabiegalski

You Have To Feel To Heal, Says Heart Broken Anonymous Founder Naz Perez – Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Naz Perez explained how Heart Broken Anonymous helps people feel their heartbreak so they can finally heal.

Ally Arcuri

What Happens To Your Body When You Start Taking Antidepressants

Antidepressants can help treat anxiety and depression, but can also cause side effects. Here's what happens to your body when you start taking antidepressants.

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Ziba Redif

When You're Grieving, This Is What Happens To Your Body

People who are mourning may exhibit certain physiological, behavioral, and emotional responses to loss. Here are some of the ways that grief affects the body.

Jocelyn Solis-Moreira

Things You Can Do To Decrease Your Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease

Worried about your mind and memory? There are some concrete things you can do to reduce your Alzheimer's risk -- read on to get the scoop.

Ally Arcuri

Miss America Emma Broyles On Being Diagnosed With Dermatillomania – Exclusive

Miss America Emma Broyles opened up to Health Digest about being diagnosed with dermatillomania, a skin-picking condition that is closely related to OCD.

Robin Zabiegalski

The Best Exercises You Can Do While Sitting At Your Desk

Counteract the ill effects of sitting for hours on end by getting up and moving regularly. Here are the best exercises you can do while sitting at your desk.

Meredith Cooper

Surprising Things Your Eye Color Can Tell You About Your Health

Brown, blue, green, hazel – no matter which color your eyes are, they can signal important advantages and health problems alike.

Young hands holding Alzheimer's patient's hand

Ziba Redif

Warning Signs Of Alzheimer's Disease You Should Never Ignore

Alzheimer's disease is a puzzling condition. Its indicators can present differently for different people. Here are its warning signs that shouldn't be ignored.

person actively refusing sugar loaded foods

Ally Arcuri

You Don't Eat Enough Sugar If This Happens To Your Body

Avoiding sugar has long been thought to be the pinnacle of healthy choices. However, terrible things can happen to your body if you don't eat enough sugar.

Ally Arcuri

Popular Protein Powder Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

Here are some of the most popular brands of protein powders ranked worst to best, based on nutrition and the amount of suspicion their ingredient lists inspire.

Robin Zabiegalski

Dr. Priyanka Wali, HypochondriActor Co-Host, Talks Mixing Comedy And Medicine – Exclusive Interview

In an interview with Health Digest, Dr. Priyanka Wali dishes about her career in medicine and what it's like to co-host a podcast with actor Sean Hayes.

Lisa Pawlak

Things You Should Never Do When Visiting Someone In The Hospital

To ensure your loved one's safe recovery, here are some things you should never do when visiting someone in the hospital.

Stephen J. Schuyler

7 Foods To Eat After Surgery And 7 To Avoid

If you've just had surgery you might have strict dietary orders. You should follow them. Read on to discover what you should and should not eat post-surgery.

Jay Wilson

How Henry Cavill Transformed Himself To Play Superman

What does it take to become the Man of Steel? Here's the intense routine Henry Cavill followed in order to transform into Superman.

Meredith Cooper

Foods You Should Eat If You Need More Zinc

Zinc is a crucial nutrient for our bodies to function properly. Here are some foods you should eat to ensure you get your recommended daily amount of it.

Robin Zabiegalski

Peloton Instructor Emma Lovewell Explains Why Joyful Movement Is The Key To Fitness – Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Lovewell revealed how finding a movement program you love is the key to reaching all your fitness goals.

Amy Boyington

Everything You Should Know Before Getting A Blood Test

Having blood drawn is a normal process, either for routine checkups or something that needs more evaluation. Here are the do's and don'ts before a blood test.

Ally Arcuri

Miss America Emma Broyles On Being Crowned, Mental Health, And What's Next – Exclusive Interview

In this interview, Miss America Emma Broyles talks getting diagnosed with ADHD and dermatillomania. Plus, she shares why the Special Olympics has her heart.

Sandy Masinter

The Best Exercises For Older Adults

Loading enough physical activity into your day is important to quality of life. Here are some of the best exercises for older adults.

Michelle Washmuth

When You Eat Butter Every Day This Is What Happens To Your Body

If you eat butter every day you'll want to make sure you're not overdoing it. While there are some benefits, moderation is key. Read on for all the deets.

Emma sits in front of a couch, smiling and holding a yogurt

Robin Zabiegalski

Peloton's Emma Lovewell Talks Plant-Based Eating And Partnering With Kite Hill – Exclusive Interview

In this exclusive interview with Health Digest, Emma Lovewell dishes about being a Peloton instructor and partnering with plant-based brand Kite Hill.

Health Digest Staff

Unusual Ways COVID-19 Can Affect Your Body

COVID-19 has a lot of unusual symptoms that you wouldn't normally expect to see in a coronavirus. Here are some of the weird ways it can affect your body.

female doctor discusses diagnosis with patient

Meredith Cooper

Health Conditions That Are Commonly Misdiagnosed

Being misdiagnosed for an illness is more regular than you think. As you might imagine, a misdiagnosis can be detrimental. Read on to discover common errors.