Health

You don't have to be intimidated if you're new to yoga. It's a practice, and everyone has to begin, well, at the beginning. Here's all beginners need to know.

If back pain is affecting your day-to-day life, you are not alone. Back pain is one of the leading complaints of patients to their healthcare providers.

Jaw soreness experienced while eating can be indicative of a disorder of the temporomandibular joint, otherwise called TMD, or temporomandibular disorder.

Migraines are more than just bad headaches, as anyone who has had one will tell you. But there are ways to cope with them and here's how.

Smiling is infectious and can positively impact the body, mind, and spirit. Here's what happens to your body if you smile every day.

Society might want us to believe that improving mental health involves quick fixes, but neuroscience shows us that there are quite a few lies out there.

People with diabetes should eat well-balanced diets containing healthy proteins, carbs, and fats, but they should avoid eating one particular kind of fat.

Beyond its chewy texture, oysters are loaded with nutrients that support sexual health. In particular, they contain omega-3 fatty acids.

Calcium is an important mineral that our body needs for strong bones and overall good health. So how much should we be ingesting every day?

Gout is a painful form of arthritis, and often the big toe is the first joint affected. So what actually happens to the foot when experiencing gout?

Collagen is an important part of skin and bone health, but it deteriorates as we age. Discover the truth about how a collagen diet can help promote wellness.

There may be a direct link between weak teeth and osteoporosis. Find out the oral signs that may signal the disease and how you can prevent it.

Nuts are one of those foods that are typically viewed as healthy, boasting several benefits. But why do some people experience stomach pain after eating them?

Is it possible to remain conscious, even while sleeping? Discover the Eastern meditation tradition that can increase your self-awareness even as you slumber.

Getting enough vitamin C is vital for your health, but supplements may adversely interfere with certain medications and treatments for diseases.

If your heart seems to beat fast for no reason, you may be experiencing a serious heart condition that requires immediate medical attention.

We've all found ourselves raiding the fridge for a midnight snack before. Discover how to prevent nighttime cravings and what they do to your health.

Yes, this oh-so-tempting sweet comes in many forms and may be hard to turn down, but is it really possible to be addicted to chocolate?

As you reach the end of your breastfeeding journey, you may notice some changes, including weight gain. Discover why this is such a common occurrence.

While some ailments can manifest themselves in a variety of ways, there is one common illness that is too often missed by doctors.

We need vitamins and nutrients to maintain optimal health, so it's important to know what vitamins you may need more of, especially after your turn 60.

Omega-3 fatty acids have many health benefits and are popular supplements. Learn about a study that says upping your intake in midlife could benefit your brain.

Aside from adding great flavor to a drink, boiled lemons have multiple health benefits for skin, digestion, and even boosting kidney health.

Here's a change in recommendations that may surprise you from the CDC.

Characterized by raised patches of dry, flaky skin, psoriasis affects approximately 7.5 million people in the United States. But is it contagious?

If you love spooning, you're in luck — according to experts, it's doesn't just make you feel good, it has a whole heap of legitimate benefits, too.

Staphylococcus is a common bacteria that is harmless but requires treatment if it enters the body. Here's what happens if a staph infection goes untreated.