Health - Health Digest

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Robin Zabiegalski

Sexpert WeezyWTF Discusses The Connection Between Mental And Sexual Health - Exclusive

WeezyWTF knows that sexual and mental health are directly linked. She told Health Digest how the two are inseparable.

Kharissa Forte

Melatonin May Help You Sleep, But Will It Make You Gain Weight?

Melatonin is a hormone that helps us go to sleep. If we're battling insomnia or jet-lagged, a melatonin supplement can help. Though it comes with side effects.

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Andra Picincu

Is Taking Vitamins Actually Good For You?

The science behind vitamins largely shows that supplements may be good for some, but are not a substitute for getting proper nutrition from food and diet.

Brynna Standen

Health Benefits Of Royal Jelly

While royal jelly has become a health-trend buzzword, there may be some evidence to back the claims. But is it enough to justify the hype?

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Robin Zabiegalski

Plus-Size Model And Fashion Designer Catie Li On Size-Inclusiveness, Body Image, And More - Exclusive Interview

Model and fashion designer Catie Li discussed size-inclusivity in the fashion industry, body image, changing her relationship with food and fitness, and more.

Beth Bradford

When Should You Worry About A Low Heart Rate?

While having a heart rate that's too high isn't healthy, neither is having one that's too low. Learn more about when to worry if your heart rate is low.

Catherine Caruso

What You Should Know Before Drinking Electrolyte Water

Electrolyte water is infused with essential minerals, like sodium, calcium, potassium, and magnesium, that are vital to many of your body's important functions.

AnnaMarie Houlis

When You Have An Anxiety Attack, This Is What Happens To Your Body

When anxiety hits, it hits hard. Read on to find out what happens to your body during an anxiety attack.

Amanda Vining

All Freckles Aren't The Same. Here's Why

Here we break down the different kinds of freckles, when you're likely to get them, and why. And if you love freckles, but don't have them, we have a solution.

Andra Picincu

Surprising Foods To Avoid If You Have A Seafood Allergy

If you have a seafood allergy, you might think that avoiding fish is enough. Read on to discover the surprising sources of hidden seafood allergens.

Brynna Standen

What Is Your Ayurvedic Dosha Type And How Does It Affect Your Health?

In ancient Ayurveda, there are three constitution types, or doshas. Find out more about them and their attributes, and which one you might be.

Amy Mackelden

A-List Nutritionist Oz Garcia Details His Experience With Long COVID - Exclusive Interview

Celebrity nutritionist and anti-aging expert Oz Garcia discussed his experience with long COVID and his advice for others who are seeing COVID after-effects.

Joanna Marie

Is Stomach Bloating A Symptom Of A Vitamin D Deficiency?

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.

Andra Picincu

A Benefit Of Olive Oil That Might Surprise You

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

Ally Arcuri

The Worst Injuries That Have Happened During The Olympics

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.

Joanna Marie

Can Exercise Help You Quit Smoking?

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.

Kimberly Smith

This Is The Real Difference Between A Dry Cough And A Wet Cough

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?

Molly Hurford

Do You Need To Wear Shoes When Working Out At Home?

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.

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Maria Faller

Should You Shower Before Or After Swimming?

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.

A. Sooter

The Real Reason Drinking Coffee Can Hurt Your Sex Life

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.

Ribhu

Here's Why Onions Might Be Preventing A Flat Stomach

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.

Catherine Caruso

What Air Quality Warnings Really Mean

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?

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

Increased Hand Washing Could Lead To Skin Rashes

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

Catherine Caruso

This Is What Happens When You Take A Wellness Shot Every Day

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?

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A. Sooter

A Surprising Vitamin Might Reduce Colon Cancer Risk

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.

Jenna Demmer

Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Dairy If You're On Antibiotics

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

Tiffany Nicole

The Connection Between Sugar And Diabetes Explained

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?