Health Conditions

Because most people do not notice any serious symptoms of primary lactose intolerance until they are an adult, they think they have recently developed it.

Your blood sugar fluctuates through the day, partly depending on the food you eat. What does it mean when it's high in the morning, hours after your last meal?

Williams is an outspoken advocate for multiple sclerosis research and understanding, after experiencing life-changing symptoms.

Kidney dysplasia is a condition where one or both kidneys do not develop normally and cannot do their job of processing urine and blood in the body.

There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent.

A new tool on the Project Big Life website can help assess risk of dementia by looking at demographic information, health concerns, and lifestyle factors.

Warts are rough, raised bumps that appear on your skin that are caused by the human papillomavirus. Treatment varies depending on location and type of wart.

The FASTER Act requires all manufacturers to identify on their labels if their products contain any sesame.

Some studies show that could CBD help lower blood pressure via vasodilatory effects, but those with hypertension should consult with their doctor.

Many people use vitamins and supplements to support a healthy diet and lifestyle. Read on to find out if certain supplements can increase your risk of cancer.

Antioxidants help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals. If you're looking to boost your antioxidant intake, here's which vitamins are also antioxidants.

If you're a fan of black tea and find yourself consuming it daily, the effects that it has on your mental and physical health may surprise you.

Vitamin C has been touted for decades as a great way to beat the common cold. But does vitamin C actually do anything to decrease your chance of getting sick?

Health Digest spoke with the experts to get the info you need to identify indoor allergens, reduce their presence, and improve the symptoms of winter allergies.

Although surgery is sometimes necessary for those with chronic pancreatitis, a new study shows how a healthy lifestyle is essential to living with the disorder.

An estimated 900,000 people experience blood clots each year. Perhaps even more alarming, as many as 100,000 people die from them annually.

In 2013, Lil Wayne revealed he'd been diagnosed with epilepsy during his childhood. Let's take a look at Weezy's history with the neurological disorder.

We've all heard about high and low blood sugar when referencing health problems like diabetes and hypoglycemia. But what does low blood sugar really mean?

Most people associate breast cancer with a lump in the breast, but did you know that shoulder pain can also be a warning sign?

It is important to note that people with diabetes should avoid certain types of fruit, particularly dry fruit and those with a high glycemic index.

As implied by the name, allergic asthma is asthma triggered by allergens. Here's everything you need to know about this type of asthma.

If you have frequent unpleasant digestive symptoms, you might have IBS. Read on to learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments for this condition.

Migraines can be triggered by a number of factors, including your diet. Read on to learn which foods to eat, and which to avoid, if you suffer from migraines.

Kidney stones are one of the most painful conditions out there. Here are the symptoms you shouldn't ignore.

Wisdom teeth can cause problems if they don't emerge properly. One of these problems is infection. Here's what to do if you experience a wisdom tooth infection.

Research shows that breast cancer is the most common type of cancer. Here are some common foods to eat (and some to avoid) to improve your breast health.

Failure to address a UTI can have serious complications. Here's everything you need to know about UTIs: why they happen, their symptoms, and how to treat them.