Health - Health Digest

Anne Taylor

Is Crohn's Disease Genetic?

Here's what you should know if you have a family history of the disease.

Catherine Caruso

Why Caffeine Is A Popular Skin Care Ingredient

From face masks to under-eye serums, caffeine can be found in a variety of different types of skincare products, but what can it do for your skin?

Jay Wilson

When You Don't Use Sunscreen, This Is What Happens To Your Skin

You've probably been told it's important to wear sunscreen, but what happens to your skin if you don't? We've compiled everything you need to know.

Two tampons without applicators over a background split into blue and pink

Ruth Clark

Are Organic Tampons Worth The Splurge?

Tampons are strictly regulated by the Food and Drug Administration as a Class II medical device, making them similar to condoms and contact lenses.

Erin Demmer

Why Do We Get Déjà Vu?

The term déjà vu represents the sensation of feeling that you have already experienced something, even if you are consciously aware that you never have.

Melissa Willets

Marta Korytkowska, SLP, On Justin Bieber's Ramsay Hunt Diagnosis And Symptoms - Exclusive Interview

Marta Korytkowska sat down with Health Digest to explain the implications of a Ramsay Hunt diagnosis, the disease currently affecting Justin Bieber.

Erin Demmer

How Is OCD Different From Generalized Anxiety?

Persistent anxiety can contribute to physical and psychological symptoms, such as nausea, hot flashes, panic attacks, rumination, and dissociation.

Amy Boyington

Dementia Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Learn more about dementia, how it happens, and how people with dementia can benefit from therapies, lifestyle changes, and the right care plans.

Robin Zabiegalski

Tick Expert Dr. Thomas Mather Explains What To Do If You Get A Tick Bite - Exclusive

Dr. Thomas Mather explained how to perform a tick check, how to recognize a tick bite, and what to do if you discover you've been bitten by a tick.

Anne Taylor

What To Expect When Going To A Rheumatologist

Here's what you should know after being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.

Anne Taylor

Here's How Your Mental Health May Be Affecting Your Sleep

Your mental health may be impacting your sleep and your sleep may be impacting your mental health.

Niko Vercelletto

What To Expect When You Go For Allergy Shots

There are a number of natural remedies that might help with allergies. However, if these didn't work, you may want to look into allergy shots.

Robin Rothstein

Experts Reveal How To Keep Your Baby Safe While Sleeping With These Updated Guidelines

This is the first time since 2016 that the safe sleep guidelines for infants have been updated by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Here's what to know.

"Tourette syndrome" written on post-it notes

Amanda Vining

Tourette's Syndrome Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Tourette's Syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is disruptive to a person's daily life. Here's what you should know about the condition.

Anne Taylor

What Are The Risks Of Getting A Tonsillectomy As An Adult?

Here's what you need to know about getting your tonsils removed as an adult.

Ruth Clark

These Are The Top Health Benefits Of Owning A Fur Baby

New research from the American Heart Association shows that not only can owning a pet bring us happiness, but it can bring us health, too. Here's what to know.

Beth Bradford

What You Need To Know About Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' In Drinking Water

The government is becoming more proactive about contaminants in our drinking water. Here's where we stand on gaining protection and what's at risk.

Zrinka Peters

The Truth About What's Really In The Flu Shot

Although the flu shot has been around for decades, you might wonder what's actually in that flu shot that you've been getting every year, after all.

Parmesan cheese with board and knife on black wooden table

Ruth Clark

Medications That Could Have Negative Interactions With Foods High In Tyramine

If we don't have enough monoamine oxidase to process tyramine in the body, it can result in high levels, which may create serious side effects.

Erin Demmer

What To Know About Antidepressant Withdrawal

If you or a loved one is battling depression and its symptoms, it is important to remember that you are never alone and there is help available.

Robin Zabiegalski

Tick Expert Dr. Thomas Mather On How To Prevent Tick Bites And What To Do If You Get Bit - Exclusive Interview

Dr. Thomas Mather sat down with HealthDigest to discuss tick bites and the correct steps to take if you find yourself with a bite.

Robin Zabiegalski

Musician Jacob Sartorius Reveals How He Manages His Anxiety And Depression Naturally - Exclusive

Musician and filmmaker Jacob Sartorius opened up about the technique that helps manage his anxiety and depression without using prescription medications.

K. Cossey

How To Read An Eyeglass Prescription

If you're having vision problems, your eye doctor will likely prescribe corrective eyewear. But reading an eyeglass prescription can be tough and confusing.

Erin Marie

How To Safely Remove A Tick

While you might think tick removal is as easy as ripping the parasite from the body like a bandaid, it's important to know how to remove one properly.

tooth powder, toothpaste and toothbrushes

K. Cossey

What's The Difference Between Tooth Powder And Toothpaste?

When it's time to brush those pearly whites, most people likely reach for a tube of toothpaste, but many people also use tooth powder. What's the difference?

Isabel Cohen

How Flying Can Increase Your Risk For Blood Clots

Hopping on a plane can be exciting, but traveling does take a huge toll on your body. Trips lasting longer than four hours can lead to serious medical issues.

Erin Marie

How The Sun Can Affect People With Lupus

Genes, infection, and medications can prompt lupus symptoms, but what may be lesser-known is that even sunlight can have an effect on those with lupus.