Health - Health Digest

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Ariane Lang

The 10 Healthiest Proteins That Can Help Lower High Cholesterol

Adding certain protein sources to your daily diet can help you lower high cholesterol levels. Some of the healthiest proteins have other benefits, too.

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Beth Bradford

A Trendy Green Vegetable Juice High In Essential Vitamins Can Also Lower Cholesterol

Beyond the usual vitamins and minerals, this trendy green vegetable is loaded with plant compounds that can help lower your cholesterol and protect your heart.

Beth Bradford

Why Taking Magnesium Citrate Before Going To Sleep Is A Huge Mistake

While research indicates that magnesium can be helpful with sleep, taking magnesium citrate before your head hits the pillow could be a big mistake. Here's why.

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Beth Bradford

Doing Wall Pilates Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Sleep

Exercising can help improve your sleep, but not all kinds of exercise are good for this purpose. What about wall Pilates? Could it help you sleep better?

Jeremy Brown

The Best Beverages To Help Last Longer During Sex

If you're a man experiencing problems performing in bed, perhaps incorporating one of these beverages into your diet can help you last longer during sex.

Amanda Chatel

The Colorful Vegetable That Can Help You Poop Fast

While an over-the-counter laxative can help you poop fast, if you're looking for a natural option instead, you might want to stock up on this vegetable.

Angelique H. Caffrey

The Fruit Juice You Should Add To A Glass Of Water To Poop Fast

Feeling constipated? By adding a certain type of fruit juice to your water, you can poop faster (and enjoy some other nutritional benefits, to boot).

Angelique H. Caffrey

What Would Happen To Your Body If You Never Took A Hot Shower

The temperature of the water you take showers with tend to be a matter of preference. But what would happen to your body if you opt out of hot showers forever?

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Angelique H. Caffrey

The Pitt Almost Gets One Common Emergency Procedure Correct

When we watch medical TV dramas, we don't really expect to see them represent reality. But "The Pitt" depicted a common emergency procedure correctly.

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Angelique H. Caffrey

When You Take Zinc And Magnesium Together, Here's What Happens To Your Sleep

If you're having trouble sleeping, you may be considering taking magnesium and zinc together. But what really happens when you take those two supplements?

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Beth Bradford

Can Eating Egg Whites Every Day Lower High Blood Pressure? What We Know

Does daily egg white consumption really have a beneficial impact on high blood pressure? Recent studies have revealed some interesting findings for egg lovers.

Beth Bradford

The Fruit Juice That Could Cause An Overdose While Taking Antibiotics

There are many things to consider when taking antibiotics. For example, this fruit juice could lead to an overdose if you drink it at the same time.

Tanya Sharma

You're More Likely To Die From Cancer If You Live In These 10 States

You might not think that there's a link between the state where you reside and your risk of death from cancer. Interestingly, statistics suggest otherwise.

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Angelique H. Caffrey

One Of The Best Plant-Based Proteins You Can Eat Is Good For Your Blood Pressure

Among the many plant-based proteins you can add to your diet, one underrated food is good for your blood pressure. Research shows the unexpected link.

Amanda Chatel

Warning Signs Your Red Skin Could Be Cancer

Red skin can be an indicator of certain types of cancer. These are the additional cancer warning signs to look out for besides the presence of red skin.

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Jeremy Brown

These 9 Foods Have An Unexpected Effect On Your Prostate Health

Some foods offer benefits for prostate health, and are worth including in a man's diet. Your diet can affect your risk of diseases related to your prostate.

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Beth Bradford

What Happens To Your Body When You Crack Your Knuckles

Cracking your knuckles is an oddly divisive habit; it might make you cringe or it might bring you satisfaction. But what happens to your body when you do it?

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Angelique H. Caffrey

The Underrated Fruit Juice That Can Protect Your Heart And Help You Poop

This fruit juice may not be among those you drink on a regular basis. However, it contains nutrients that can protect your heart as well as help you poop.

A sick woman sitting forward in her couch

Beth Bradford

The Common Sleep Disorder That Can Increase Your Risk Of Long COVID

Long COVID can make life uncomfortable for COVID patients even years after they recover. And there's a common sleep disorder that can increase your risk of it.

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Beth Bradford

What Taking Testosterone Every Day Does To Your Face

Whether your testosterone is in the form of an injection, pill, or gel, you may be wondering how it might affect your face. We asked a doctor for advice.

Angelique H. Caffrey

An Underrated Root Vegetable High In Fiber Can Help Lower High Blood Pressure

Eating high-fiber foods can help lower your blood pressure. You should consider adding more fiber-rich foods to your diet, like this underrated root vegetable.

Amanda Chatel

When Men Stop Masturbating, Here's What Happens To Their Risk Of Erectile Dysfunction

Have you heard the rumor that masturbation can cause erectile dysfunction? Here's what really happens to your risk for ED when you stop masturbating.

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Ariane Lang

9 Causes Of Penile Ulcers (And Symptoms To Look Out For)

Penile ulcers can be painful, and may result from a variety of causes. For each cause, there are particular symptoms that point to why you have these sores.

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Beth Bradford

What Happens To Your Poop When You Eat Yogurt Every Day

Yogurt is a delicious and convenient dessert that is easy to incorporate into your daily diet. But when you eat it every day, something happens to your poop.

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Beth Bradford

Taking Viagra Has An Unexpected Effect On Blood Pressure

Viagra emerged almost 30 years ago, and it remains one of the most popular drugs to treat erectile dysfunction. However, it could also affect blood pressure.

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Tanya Sharma

The 10 Leading Causes Of Death In America

In the United States, the annual death rate is at over three million. Knowing the top ten diseases responsible for U.S. deaths may help you avoid them.

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Amanda Chatel

Sweet Potato's Underrated Vegetable Cousin Can Help Prevent Cancer And Heart Disease

If you enjoy sweet potatoes, then you may also want to give yams a try. It turns out, they are rich in nutrients that protect against cancer and heart disease.