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Dani Golub

The Best Workouts For People Who Hate Running

Running is undoubtedly a great cardio workout, but the truth is not everyone likes to run. Here are some alternatives to try if you're run-averse.

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Meredith Cooper

Foods That Help You Stay Hydrated

With many aspects of nutrition, variety is key. When it comes to hydration, there's a wide variety of foods that can help your body stay healthy and hydrated.

Jay Wilson

Mistakes That Are Doing Damage To Your Joints

It's vital to avoid making mistakes that can damage our joints. Unfortunately, there are a large number of factors that can affect our joint health.

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Rick Chillot

Everything You Wanted To Know About Bed Bugs

Let's be clear: Nobody wants bed bugs. Unfortunately, though, they're very common. Here's what else you should know about these pesky little bloodsuckers.

Jay Wilson

The Best Butt Exercises You Probably Aren't Doing

Here at Health Digest, we wanted to mix it up and show you some of the best little-known butt exercises that'll set your glutes on fire.

Mona Bapat

Foods That Could Cause Kidney Stones

If you've ever had a kidney stone, you'd likely prefer to avoid having more in the future. Learn here what foods can put you at risk.

Rudri Patel

Everything You Should Know Before Donating Blood

The truth is blood donation is easy, but you need to be armed with what you can and cannot do before choosing to give your blood.

Ziba Redif

What Really Happens To Your Body When You Eat An Apple Every Day

Being one of the most commonly consumed fruits since ancient times has meant that apples have been the subject of extensive scientific research.

Health Digest Staff

7 Foods To Eat And 7 To Avoid For Brain Health

What you eat -- or don't eat -- can be a strong predictor for your risk of developing dementia later in life, and it can even help your brain in the near term.

Ally Arcuri

The Truth About Beachbody

Is Beachbody all it's cracked up to be? We did some digging and discovered the truth of the company.

Ziba Redif

Surprising Causes Of Dry Skin You Never Expected

As we journey through life, our body's skin undergoes various changes from the environment, the things we consume, and the emotions we experience each day.

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Meredith Cooper

Surprising Things Your Ears Can Reveal About Your Health

Your ears can not only take in crucial information, but also warn you when something is wrong. Understanding what they're trying to tell you can be difficult.

Meredith Cooper

Things That Could Be Causing Your Headache

If you experience headaches often, you should keep track of when they occur, how painful they are, how long they last, and what you were doing prior to onset.

Red balloon, symbolizing a bloated tummy

Lauren Cahn

Tricks To Get Rid Of Bloating That Actually Work

Although "bloating" can refer to anything that seems overfilled or overextended, abdominal bloating is what we usually mean when we complain of bloat.

Jay Wilson

What You're Really Doing To Your Body If You Drink Scotch Every Night

We've compiled some of the ways that evening scotch could be impacting your body -- many of which you've likely never considered.

Ally Arcuri

The Best And Worst Sports For Your Health

Fitness is key to a long, healthy life, but with exercise sometimes comes injury. With this in mind, we bring you the best and worst sports for your health.

Amy Boyington

Inside Kelly Osbourne's Head-Turning Weight Loss Transformation

Here's an inside look at Kelly Osbourne's amazing weight loss transformation that has everyone talking.

Ziba Redif

Your Bad Breath Can Reveal Surprising Things About Your Health

More than 80 million people are believed to experience chronic halitosis, or bad breath. But it's often fixable once an underlying reason has been identified.

Amy Boyington

What Olympic Athletes Actually Eat In A Day

Some of your favorite Olympians may have diets that surprise you. Here's a look at what they really eat each day.

Dani Golub

What You Didn't Know About Peloton

Whether you're a longtime lover of the brand or completely unfamiliar with the company, here are some things you probably don't know about Peloton.

Rick Chillot

What Happens To Your Body When You Die

It may be disturbing to face one's own mortality ... but aren't you a little bit curious? Let's lift the coffin lid and find out what happens when we die.

AnnaMarie Houlis

You Should Find A New Doctor If This Happens To You

Is it time to break up with your doctor and move on? Here's how you can determine if you should find a new doc.

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Meredith Cooper

Things You Should Never Do During A Doctor's Appointment

There are a number of don'ts to keep in mind when at a doctor's appointment. Here's what you should know to get the most out of your visit.

Ally Arcuri

The Truth About The Neti Pot

Neti pots are a staple tradition of Ayurvedic medicine, but do they have a place in the modern world? Here's the truth about these nasal irrigation devices.

Michelle Washmuth

Foods That Are Actually Healthier Than You Think

You may think that eating healthy is all salads, no restaurants, and no fun. Not so! Take a look at some foods that are actually healthier than you think.

Amy Boyington

What Happens To Your Body When You Take A Walk Every Day

Walking may not be as celebrated as more intense forms of exercise, but it can have some impressive effects on your body.

Molly Mortimer

Winnie Harlow's Skin Condition Explained

Vitiligo is a skin condition that causes the skin to lose its pigment in different places on the body. There is no cure, but the impact is primarily cosmetic.