Health

A bloated stomach can be a symptom of food intolerance, constipation, or PMS. But can stomach bloat also be caused by a vitamin D deficiency? Let's find out.

Olive oil may cut down on excessive sweating, by supporting digestive function and calming the nervous system.

Exploring the worst injuries to happen during the Olympics isn't for the faint of heart. But if you can't help but be curious, much like us, read on.

Fewer than 1 in 10 people per year manage to quit smoking. But engaging in physical exercise might offer more positive results when quitting the habit.

A cough is no fun, especially when it's accompanied by illness. You have probably heard of dry and wet coughs, but what is the difference between the two?

When working out in the comfort of your own home, you might assume that wearing shoes — like wearing a shirt or pants when no one is around — is optional.

Swimming is to summer like jelly is to peanut butter. When it comes to summer routines, it's important that post- and pre-swimming hygiene never be neglected.

For all the pep coffee gives us in the moments we need it most, it may be doing the exact opposite when we want to spend quality time with someone special.

Onions give food a flavor that always leaves us wanting more. However, the downside to eating onions is that they can impact your journey towards weight loss.

Pollutants are monitored by the Air Quality Index, which calculates the air quality of a region. What does it mean when air quality is considered hazardous?

While washing your hands properly and frequently is one of the easiest ways to stay healthy, it doesn't come without risk itself.

Nowadays, just about every grocery store carries at least one brand of wellness shots, but what exactly are wellness shots and are they actually good for you?

New research from the University of California San Diego points to one small lifestyle change that may dramatically lower one's risk for colon cancer.

While some antibiotics are absorbed better when taken with food, food can be detrimental to the absorption of other types of antibiotics, especially dairy.

For children and adults, the amount of sugar being added to our diets is a growing concern. How is this sugar intake affecting our overall risk for diabetes?

Although dry swallowing pills is fairly common, it can actually be quite dangerous. There are a number of health issues that could develop from a stuck pill.

About 80% of the world's population consumes caffeine – but is that a good thing? Here's everything you ever wanted to know about this ever-popular stimulant.

The term narcissist stems from Greek mythology, but narcissism is anything but a fable. If you think someone you know is a narcissist, look out for these signs.

Pescatarianism -- a vegetarian diet that incorporates fish and other seafood as protein sources -- can cause many changes to your body. Here' s a look.

When you're reading the label on a vitamin container, you may see the amount of the vitamin that a capsule contains listed as IU rather than milligrams.

A busy day calls for a much-needed morning caffeine buzz. Unfortunately, a cup of java often comes with a rather undesirable aftereffect: coffee breath.

Coffee lovers rejoice! There is yet another health benefit you can add to the list of why giving up your beloved morning latte is simply not an option.

You've probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But what if you never feel hungry in the morning? What's the reason behind this?

Sipping hot water — plain, with a twist of lemon, or even as an herbal tea — can have some surprising benefits, from improved digestion to smoother skin.

The idea of never having to purchase another eyeliner pencil ever again sounds tempting, but could tattooing such a delicate part of the face be dangerous?

Emerging research shows there may be an omega-3 consumption connection to seasonal depression.

Many of us struggle to find the time to keep up with nail care. Some funky stuff may start to develop under our nails if cleaning doesn't become a priority.