Health - Health Digest

Genevieve Kane

What Is An RBC Count?

If a healthcare provider has ordered a red blood cell (RBC) count for you or someone you know, you may be wondering what this is and why it was ordered.

Joanna Marie

Can Osteoporosis Be Related To Autoimmune Disorders?

Our bones begin to lose their peak mineral density after age 30, declining in bone strength and formation. This can increase the risk of osteoporosis.

Robin Rothstein

The Startling Link Between Adolescent Obesity And The Less Common Type 1 Diabetes

While obesity has been known to be connected to type 2 diabetes, a large new study out of Israel shows that obesity may also be linked to type 1 diabetes.

Anne Taylor

Can Low Iron Make You Tired?

This vitamin deficiency may be the reason you're feeling fatigued.

Ally Arcuri

Ways Air Pollution Can Affect Your Health

Even those who live in the most pristine environments can be affected by air pollution. It can influence our health in more ways than you might imagine.

Dylan Roche

Weight Loss Myths You Should Stop Believing

Here are the biggest weight loss myths you should stop believing, and what the experts say you should do instead.

Emily Rhode

The Real Reason Not Everyone Can Receive Vaccines

The development of vaccines against deadly diseases has saved countless lives. So what's the real reason not everyone can receive vaccines?

K. Cossey

What It Really Means When You Want To Eat Dirt

Pica is an eating disorder in which people persistently consume items not considered to be food, such as dirt, hair, or paint chips. Why does it happen?

Lauren Barth

You Should See A Therapist If This Happens To You

Everyone can benefit from seeing a therapist, but you should really make an appointment with a mental health professional if any of these things happen to you.

Michelle Washmuth

Over-The-Counter Medications To Try If You Can't Sleep

If you're tossing and turning, waiting in vain for sleep to come, there are some over-the-counter medications that can help. Read on to learn more.

Amanda Vining

Is There A Link Between Red Dye 40 And ADHD?

Red dye No. 40 is found in many foods, medications, and other edible products. Here's why it may be particularly problematic for those with ADHD.

Andra Picincu

You Might Gain Weight When If You Have This Thyroid Condition

The thyroid gland regulates metabolism which affects weight gain or loss. If you have unexplained weight gain, you may have this thyroid condition.

Person handing another person food containers wrapped in plastic bags

Ribhu

This Is What Happens To Your Body If You Accidentally Eat Plastic

It sounds silly, but eating plastic is actually quite common. Maybe you've done it at some point in your life accidentally. What happens when we ingest plastic?

Beth Bradford

Study Sheds Light On Important Link Between ADHD And Mental Health Challenges

Research is showing strong links between ADHD and mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. Here's what to know.

healthyNick

Why Experts Are Optimistic To Use Apple Watches And Other Devices To Help With IBD Conditions

Although inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is considered incurable, there is new research on the horizon that may bring long-term relief to those who have it.

Rick Chillot

What Every Man Secretly Does To His Body But Would Never Admit

It's time to pull back the curtain, fellas. Here's a detailed look at what every man secretly does to his body (though he'd probably never admit it).

Joanna Marie

What To Do About Frequent Heartburn While Pregnant

During a heartburn episode, acid from the stomach travels back up into the esophagus — the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.

Joanna Marie

Simple Tips For Treating An Ear Infection At Home

There are a few things you can do to treat ear infections at home. However, it's still important to seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

Jeremy Brown

Diverticulitis Versus IBS: What's The Difference?

When it comes to diverticulitis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), both ailments have many similarities. So what's the difference between the two?

Isabel Cohen

How To Care For Your Mental Health While Pregnant

Pregnancy can bring about difficult emotional changes. Here are some best practices if you need to boost your mental health while expecting.

Lauren Cahn

When You're Born, This Is What Happens To Your Body

A lot happens to your body when you're born. Here are some of the most noteworthy.

Jeremy Brown

Can Eating Eggs For Breakfast Help Reduce Anxiety?

Anxiety impacts nearly 40 million adults in the U.S., which means that it's the most common mental health condition currently affecting the country.

Jennifer Co

Sickle Cell Disease Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Sickle cell disease is an illness that can arise from inherited genetic mutations. Here's what you need to know about its symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Beth Bradford

The Important Fact DWTS Alum Samantha Harris Wants You To Know About Breast Cancer - Exclusive

Samantha Harris had her own battle with breast cancer, and the Dancing with the Stars alum shares what she's learned from that experience with readers.