Health

Ears usually clean themselves by pushing the old wax out as it makes new wax from dead hair and skin cells. Is using an ear wax candle helpful?

There are many incorrect ideas surrounding the health of female genitals. Here are some of the biggest myths that you need to stop believing.

We should all be practicing good oral hygiene, but that may look a little different if you have braces. Fortunately, ensuring teeth stay healthy isn't hard.

Health experts tout probiotics for their ability to provide relief from a host of gastrointestinal issues. Discover how long it takes for them to start working.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, is a heartbreaking occurrence for any family. Read more about how air pollution may be linked to the risk for SIDS.

While most beauty products on the market can be used while pregnant, some soon-to-be moms still wonder if using vitamin C is safe from potential birth defects.

The most common early signs of COVID-19 include shortness of breath, fever, and cough. However, gastrointestinal issues are not unheard of.

Everyone has their own bathing rituals, but have you ever wondered if there's a right or wrong way to wash your body? Read on to see what experts say.

While unpleasant, friction blisters are the body's way of protecting deeper layers of the skin after the outermost skin layer has been damaged by friction.

Your body composition is the makeup of bones, muscle, and fat, and medical professionals agree that it's important to be informed about your body's proportions.

Different people respond differently to stress. Some may turn to alcohol or comfort foods, while others lose their appetite and may actually lose weight.

Some people claim that going gluten-free has helped them rid their skin of acne. Altering the foods you eat can be a holistic way to mitigate acne.

Continuing to use mouthwash long after it has expired ultimately doesn't do your teeth any favors, and in fact, it may even be harmful. Here's what to know.

It will take up to three months for your eyes to fully heal after LASIK eye surgery. Here are some post-surgery precautions to keep in mind for optimal healing.

The term "nodular acne" is often mistakenly used interchangeably with cystic acne, but they are in fact two different skin conditions.

Donating just one pint of blood can save three lives. With that said, there are some activities to avoid soon after you have completed your blood donation.

If you find yourself drooling or notice that your child is salivating more than usual, it could be a result of hypersalivation or an underlying cause.

A migraine is a type of headache that's sometimes on just one side of the head. A migraine "attack" can come on and last for a few hours to a few days.

From a nosebleed to menstruation, losing blood can be a natural part of life. In some cases, however, losing blood can mean a critical emergency.

Setting your first waxing appointment can be a bit scary, especially if you've never had a Brazilian wax before. Learn what to expect at your next appointment.

While it may not seem like a big deal to continue wearing lenses after they've expired, it can actually lead to some serious consequences for your eyesight.

Food items containing high amounts of sugar can cause blood sugar levels to increase, posing a risk to those with diabetes. Does this include milk?

As ADHD diagnosis becomes more prevalent, it's not surprising that more people, including Paris Hilton, are willing to speak openly about their own diagnosis.

Chemotherapy is very taxing on the body, and what you eat and drink is important to help you get the most from the treatment.

An IUD can last for years, but it still does have an expiration date, so what happens if you don't have an IUD removed by the end of its lifespan?

Water pills can be beneficial in some ways. However, there are some dangerous side effects you should be aware of if you're going to start consuming them.

Computed tomography (CT) scans are used to diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions, but could they increase the risk of cancer? Here's what to know.