Health

Obesity is a global phenomenon, affecting people of all ages, yet it is surrounded by misinformation. Here are some of the most common myths about obesity.

Here is what you should know about how the mind and the brain are different, but work together to create our thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

While scientists don't consider astrology credible, they have been looking into a link between people's physical and emotional traits and their birth months.

Have you ever tried using a sauna after working out? Here's a list of some of the benefits (and potential risks) of hitting the sauna after you exercise.

SPECT, an imaging technique that can monitor activity in the brain, has indicated to some that there are differences in the way male and female brains operate.

When sex drive is absent or not as strong as it used to be, this can be troubling for many men. There are many factors that can lead to a low sex drive.

You've likely noticed that some people have dimples while others don't. They tend to occur in families, which has led to theories that they are hereditary.

A surprising number of health and wellness renegades have dared to buck the trend and go au natural. Here's what's likely to happen if you decide to join them.

Kourtney Kardashian says that she eats quail eggs to help her fertility, but notes she hasn't done research on the topic. Naturally, this led us to investigate.

Pulmonary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that occurs in the lungs. Does this mean that it can lead to difficulty breathing? Here's what to know.

The best way to check for a fever is by using a thermometer, but there are so many different kinds out there, you may have a difficult time choosing one.

Plenty of people are concerned with how many calories they burn while they're awake, but did you know that you can burn calories even when you're asleep?

We all know hypertension can have a lot of nasty effects on our health, but can it cause red eyes? Here's what to know about how hypertension affects your eyes.

Keto is a popular low-carb diet that may result in various health benefits. But how does it affect mental health, and more specifically, depression?

For those diagnosed with breast cancer, who choose to have a mastectomy, your primary options involve silicone or saline implants. But what's the difference?

Are there any benefits to be gained from dabbing a little sunscreen on before our head hits the pillow? Or is it overall just a bad idea? Let's find out.

Elvis Presley's death at age 42 shocked the world, and has been a source of controversy. What have we since learned about the star's health prior to his death?

You may know cinnamon to be one of the main ingredients included in a variety of tasty treats. However, some have turned to the spice to treat their toothache.

Here's why so few people are being prescribed new and effective weight loss drugs.

Sometimes, if a urinary tract infection is untreated, it can progress to a more serious condition called urosepsis, which can cause difficulty breathing.

Between cramps, fatigue, and bloating, it may be difficult to focus on the benefits of getting periods. But menstruation may play a key role in your health.

Symptoms of high blood sugar, which is the case of insulin resistance, include increased thirst and hunger, frequent urination, and blurred vision.

Kale is one of the most nutritious foods to eat, according to experts. But did you know kale can actually interact with certain medications?

Research has shown that around 80% of women are actually wearing the wrong bra size, most of whom are wearing bras that are too small. Here's how to fix that.

The reasons why someone may smoke marijuana are varied, but there is one potential benefit that many people use it for, and that's better quality of sleep.

In 2003, Shania Twain was bit by a tick while horseback riding in Virginia and contracted the bacterial infection known as Lyme disease.

Science tells us that sleep and social connection are two basic human needs. But new research shows they may be more closely intertwined than we thought.