Health - Health Digest

Lauren Barth

You Might Be Ruining Your Teeth If You Have Any Of These Habits

Nobody wants to ruin their teeth, but many everyday habits can cause more damage than you'd expect. Here's a look at some of the worst offenders.

Meredith Cooper

Symptoms Of Parkinson's Disease You Shouldn't Ignore

In the final stage of the disease, Parkinson's disease can become debilitating. Thus, being aware of the potential early symptoms of this disease is crucial.

Catherine Caruso

Should You Take Ibuprofen Before Getting An IUD?

Prior to having an IUD inserted, your doctor may recommend taking an over-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen, but is it necessary?

Sandra Langel

Skin Cancer Explained: Causes, Types, And Treatments

There are several types of skin cancer. With knowledge comes the ability to seek proper medical attention. Read on to discover all the causes and treatments.

Robert Iafelice

Sarcopenia Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment

Muscle loss is a part of life. But there are some things you can do as an aging adult suffering from sarcopenia. We explain it all right here.

David Oscar

Everything You Need To Know About Oligomenorrhea

Oligomenorrhea is a term used to describe the infrequency of periods. Read this to learn all about it.

Kimberly Smith

What Happens To Your Body When You Drink Alcohol And Take Tylenol

You might reach for a couple of Tylenol after a night of drinking, but that might not always be a good idea, as the liver metabolizes acetaminophen.

Robin Rothstein

Science Says This Is The Age When It Gets Harder To Lose Weight

As it turns out, our body chemistry has a say in our weight management as we age. It may become more difficult to shed pounds as we grow older.

Lauren Cahn

What Really Happens To The Human Body In Space

Deaths in space are relatively rare, but there are often long-term effects of space travel. Read on to learn what really happens to the human body in space.

Amy Boyington

When You Get A Fever, This Is What Happens To Your Body

While some people might panic when they notice their thermometer reading over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, a fever is actually a good thing.

Joanna Marie

What Does It Really Mean When Your Hemoglobin Count Is Low?

If you've ever had a blood test, you've probably come across the hemoglobin count, which is usually abbreviated as Hgb. What does it mean?

Kimberly Smith

What's The Difference Between Dry And Dehydrated Skin?

Many people suffer from dry or dehydrated skin, but did you know there are key differences between the two? As a result, the treatment may vary.

Lauren Barth

Healthy Habits You Never Realized Were Ruining Your Diet

Many of seemingly "healthy" actions could actually be ruining your diet. Here's a look at the worst offenders.

Erin Marie

New Study Shows How Ants May Help Detect Cancer Early

When it comes to cancer prevention, insects may have the potential to aid in the early detection of the disease. Now, ants may be able to help.

Meredith Cooper

All The Ways You Can Get Vitamin D

Diet is just one way your body gets vitamin D. Let's explore foods that contain the important vitamin plus additional methods of upping your vitamin D levels.

Samantha Boesch

Lady Gaga's History With Fibromyalgia Explained

Lady Gaga is determined to spread awareness about fibromyalgia Here's a closer look at the performer's experience with the chronic condition.

A. Sooter

Why Your Risk Of Food Poisoning Gets Higher During The Summer

Some 48 million Americans get food poisoning every year, and many tend to get sick in the summer. This is why.

Lisa A. Goldstein

If You're Always Hungry, This Is Probably Why

If you feel like you're always hungry, it's important to determine whether you're actually famished or if you're desiring food for other reasons.

Jocelyn Solis-Moreira

Underrated Health Foods You're Probably Not Eating

When you hear about health foods, or superfoods, the usual — spinach, kale, avocado — may come to mind. However, you shouldn't sleep on these underrated foods.

Kristen Lovell

Warning Signs From Your Kidneys You Shouldn't Ignore

Approximately 1 in 7 Americans have varying degrees of kidney disease and damage, though many of them don't even know it. These are some signs to watch for.

Ziba Redif

When You Cry, This Is What Happens To Your Body

Crying is a bit of a scientific mystery, but here's what we know happens to the body -- both physically and physiologically -- when we shed tears.

Agnes Erickson

Is The 'Man Flu' A Real Thing?

Is the 'man flu' a real thing? Find out more here.

Ziba Redif

Unusual Signs You May Be Pregnant

There are some pretty tell-tale signs to help you spot a pregnancy. However, there are also many unusual indicators of pregnancy that can be overlooked.

Ziba Redif

Signs Of Burnout You Shouldn't Ignore

Your brain and body will warn you before burnout sets in and wraps its tendrils around you. Here are a few signs to keep an eye out for.

Young Black woman sitting, eyes closed and touching forehead

Emily Rhode

You Have Too Much Vitamin A If This Happens To You

What happens when you don't get enough vitamin A — and on the other hand, what happens if you get too much?

Ally Arcuri

Everything You Wanted To Know About Prebiotics

How did we go so many years only hearing about probiotics? What about prebiotics – how much of them should you consume? Here is everything you need to know.

Kelsie Calderon

Selma Blair's History With Multiple Sclerosis Explained

Multiple sclerosis, or MS, can manifest itself in completely different ways in the people it affects. This is Selma Blair's story.