Health

Q-tips are often a person's first choice as a tool to remove earwax from the ear canal, but that doesn't necessarily mean this is safe or healthy.

Many times, eye drops are forgotten in the medicine cabinet until we need them again, but this isn't the safest practice if the eye drops are expired.

Stress is inevitable. While you can implement your own stress management to help sift through these moments, your cells deal with stress in their own way.

Probiotics are a hot topic, but many questions remain about which strains of bacteria are best for treating various conditions, and what the ideal dosage is.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. and is considered a serious threat to public health and safety.

If you lose over 30% of your blood volume, you will need a blood transfusion. How much blood is in your body, and why is it important?

When going into surgery, it's important to have a plan in place for dealing with possible pain afterward. Here are some options to discuss with your doctor.

After spending hours or possibly the day traveling to an exciting destination, jet lag is the last thing you want to plan for, but sometimes, it's necessary.

Tightening your pelvic floor muscles can be good for a number of reasons. However, there's a right way to do them, and you might be making some mistakes.

If your kidneys fail to function properly, you might notice several tell-tale symptoms, but how do signs manifest within your nails?

While an injury or illness causes pain by damaging something or causing inflammation, fibromyalgia is a disorder that affects the way you feel pain.

Different types of contraceptives have varying degrees of side effects and effectiveness, so research is necessary to figure out the best option.

Your mouth is the entryway to the digestive system, but it's also a window into your health -- and here are signs from your teeth you shouldn't ignore.

You've probably been told that flossing is important, but just *how* vital is it? Read on to learn what will happen if you make flossing a daily habit.

With around 22 million Americans using Marijuana each month, people wonder whether the drug causes any damage to the lungs. The answer may surprise you.

This dental device can help mitigate the effects of bruxism, a disorder that involves clenching or grinding the teeth.

Spiking stress levels put you at risk for poor sleep, digestive issues, weight gain, and heart attack. Know these mental exercises to stay calm and healthy.

Did you know brushing your teeth too hard can be as detrimental as not flossing? That may sound strange, but hard brushing may be doing more harm than good.

If you're a regular flosser, you should be aware that you may be doing a few things wrong causing you to miss out on all the health benefits of flossing.

When seasonal depression hits, you can restore your energy and stamina by spending time in the sunlight, taking vitamin D supplements, and using a light box.

For optimal heart health, you can stop smoking, avoid alcohol, exercise more, learn to manage stress, and get quality sleep. And a healthy diet is key.

High heels may make you look and feel powerful, bold, and sexy, but wearing them comes with some costs to your health. Read on to learn more.

For most people, treating mono at home is relatively simple. Here are some tips and techniques for getting over mono quicker in the comfort of your own home.

Lifestyle — especially stress and anxiety — plays a role in our overall health, and nutrient intake doesn't start and stop with what's on your plate.

Cortisone injections are steroid shots commonly used to relieve pain from arthritis, or joint inflammation, but just how effective are they, and are they safe?

The human brain has five types of brain waves and is active even during sleep, but there is one brain wave you can tap into for substantial health benefits.

Known for their great taste and several health benefits, mushrooms are packed full of protein, vitamins, and minerals, such as vitamin D and fiber.