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Pregnancy takes a toll on the body, particularly if you've been diagnosed with preeclampsia. Here's how your heart health may be affected after preeclampsia.

While you may not need to drink eight glasses of plain water every day, you do know (well, you should know!) the importance of staying well-hydrated.

Celebrities are, of course, not immune to chronic diseases. Here's a look at some of your favorite celebs who were diagnosed with life-threatening conditions.

What was the quarantine hobby that helped get you through the darkest of days when it seemed like we'd never get outside our own four walls again?

American reality television star, Khloé Kardashian, recently vented on Twitter about her ongoing struggle with migraines. Here's how she manages the pain.

Exercise does the mind and body a world of good. But are there certain types of workouts that are better for your brain health? Read on to find out.

Dasia Taylor, 17, is developing infection-detecting sutures that address a very pressing real-world need.

Shifting to a low-fat, plant-based diet may help you lose weight, according to a new study.

Halloween is back this year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but is it actually safe?

The first successful pig-to-human heart transplant on January 7, 2022, might radically change the future of organ donations for heart patients.

New research indicates that the steroid prednisone could be effective in combating obesity. Here's what you need to know about the study results.

Here's what you need to know about the NFL's recent Toradol announcement.

You've no doubt heard about couscous in recent years, but how healthy is it really? Let's take a look.

The infant formula shortage has many parents fearing they won't be able to feed their babies. Here are some tips on how to get through the shortage.

A new reports shows why American women are more likely to die from preventable pregnancy complications. Here's what you need to know.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, registered dietitian Jamie Feit weighed in on when consuming excessive amounts of protein can be a problem.

Peloton instructor Hannah Corbin started having symptoms of debilitating fatigue and weight gain and sought medical advice until finally, she found answers.

In this March 2021 study, researchers in the U.K. discovered that eating just 25 grams of processed meat a day can increase the risk of dementia by 44 percent.

Lead exposure can pose serious health risks to young children. The FDA is recommending new industry guidelines regarding lead levels in processed baby foods.

The guitarist had a stent placed in his heart to manage ongoing heart problems. He's survived previous heart attacks and surgeries.

Health experts are warning consumers of a recent recall of freeze-dried blueberries. Here's what you need to know.

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.

Midol claims its medications are "specifically formulated to relieve more of your period symptoms, including cramps and bloating." Here's what that means.

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.

Don't ignore that dark line on your fingernail. It could be cluing you into something serious.

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.

With more information on the table, experts are now elaborating on what they have discovered regarding the recently identified VEXAS syndrome.