Health

BMI refers to the number achieved when a person's weight in kilograms is divided by the square of their height in meters. How does it differ from body fat?

If you're a man, you may find it difficult to get enough fiber. Steak, cottage cheese, and other animal-derived foods are full of protein, but have no fiber.

Fortunately, there are many ways to help alleviate a fever. Taking Tylenol can help you reduce your fever by a few degrees, providing relief.

We know that a kidney stone can be painful to pass and that they are a common problem — but what should you do once you are rid of it?

Blood pressure measurement is typically standard when you visit your doctor, but why? What can these numbers tell your doctor about your health?

Some people fear that by cooking broccoli, the health benefits are lost in the process. Should you be eating raw broccoli vs. cooked broccoli more often?

Kidney stones can form when your urine doesn't have enough fluid to dilute the crystal-forming substances. There are several treatment options available.

Throwing up can leave an unpleasant taste in the mouth, so it's natural that you might be inclined to reach for your toothbrush. However, you shouldn't.

Acute coughs, meaning they last less than 3 weeks, normally accompany colds and other minor respiratory infections. Here is when you should be concerned.

Nasal congestion will usually go away on its own. That being said, you should see your doctor if it doesn't resolve itself in 10 days.

Vitamins and supplements can reduce your risk of developing kidney stones. Here is what researchers have learned about the impacts of supplemental vitamins.

Emerging in the 1940s, the chemical makeup of almost all hairsprays hasn't deviated much from the original formula. How bad is it to use on a daily basis?

There's one foot care item that may help combat balance issues related to our toes, and you probably used it the last time you got a pedicure.

Experiences from people who have survived near-death experiences suggest something is going on in the brain after clinical death occurs.

Drinking coffee can give you more pep in your step in the morning, but how does the caffeine impact you if you have it before bed?

Dry eye disease affects more than 16 million people in the US alone. However, this number may actually be higher because many cases go undiagnosed.

Compared to cardio exercises like running, the elliptical is easier on ankles and knees. However, it may not burn as many calories as you think.

Although holistic dentistry offices offer the same services as any general dentist, holistic dentists tend to opt for a different set of treatment options.

You might not think about the consequences when you pick at your spilt ends. However, you may be doing more damage than you thought.

In some cases, pericarditis can lead to serious complications, like pericardial effusion. Luckily, there are different methods of treatment.

In an effort to help you make some more teeth-conscious choices, we've put together a list of foods that can be particularly harmful to your chompers.

Popping an antacid in your mouth may start to feel as normal as popping a Tic-Tac. But as harmless as they look, they shouldn't be a part of your daily routine.

Let's take a look at everything that really happens to your body on Thanksgiving, the day the typical American will take in 3,000 calories.

From the U.S. to India, numerous countries have seen their cases of COVID-19 soar since the onset of the pandemic. However, some places remain COVID-free.

It's not uncommon for our nails to get the brunt of an occasional injury. When they do, you may notice the formation of small white dots underneath the nail.

Many people fear the unknown of deep water. To protect ourselves, it's understandable that some of us prefer to keep our eyes open while swimming underwater.

Brushing your teeth is necessary for a healthy mouth, but tooth be told, you're probably making a ton of mistakes that are actually hurting your teeth.