Health - Health Digest

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Kharissa Forte

How Your Sleeping Habits Can Affect Your Heart Health

There are many benefits of getting a good night of sleep, including improved concentration and productivity, and supporting a healthy immune system.

Erin Marie

When Should You Be Concerned About Bruises?

We all experience bumps and bruises. But if your bruise is taking longer than two weeks to heal or you have other symptoms, a doctor's visit might be in order.

Erin Marie

What It Really Means When Your Piercing Itches

With new piercings, you might expect redness, tenderness, fluid secretions, and crusting at the site as the wound heals. But what if your piercing itches?

K. Cossey

What It Means When You Bruise A Bone

While bruises are usually seen on the skin's surface, there are cases where it's possible to bruise the bones inside your body. Here's what it means.

Eileen Conroy

This Secret Health Hack Can Keep Your Blood Sugar Level All Day

Having balanced blood sugar levels is important for your overall health. This surprising chilly hack may keep your blood sugar level all day.

Brynna Standen

If Your Eyes Are Dilated, It Could Be A Sign Of This

The size of your pupils changes in order to control how much light enters your eye. If your pupils are persistently dilated, you may want to find out why.

Erin Marie

Quick Tips To Increase Your Attention Span

With inattentiveness so pervasive in our society, here are quick tips to increase our attention span and stay present in our lives.

Brynna Standen

Can Poor Posture Make You Tired?

No doubt good posture looks good. Beyond appearances, poor posture can take a toll on your physical and mental state, as well as affect your energy levels.

Robin Rothstein

Does Xanax Expire?

All medications have required expiration dates, but is it safe to take any medication -- especially Xanax -- after it expires? Here's what you need to know.

Isabel Cohen

The Woman's Supplement That Men Don't Realize They Need Too

While women and men may need vitamins that are specific to their sex, there's a woman's supplement that men don't realize they need too.

Ruth Clark

What It Really Means When You Wake Up With Numb Hands

If you've slept too long in one position and cut off circulation to your hands, they may feel tingly or numb in the morning when you wake up.

Brynna Standen

Things You Can Do To Help Bruises Heal Faster

Bruises are just a fact of life. But that doesn't make them any less unsightly. The good news is something surprising can help bruises heal faster.

Lauren Alexander

Bug Bites And Stings Explained: Types, Symptoms, And Treatments

While bug bites can certainly be uncomfortable, they are also common. Here are a few types of bug bites and stings, their symptoms, and how best to treat them.

Anne Taylor

How To Soak Up Magnesium Without An Epsom Bath

You can get magnesium through your diet and supplements.

Denise Porretto

Surprising Side Effects Of Having Blue Eyes

Besides their beautiful hue, blue eyes have benefits and drawbacks when it comes to health.

Erin Marie

Can Driving Make You Tired?

Driving while tired may be just as bad as driving while intoxicated. But is it possible that the act of driving can make us tired?

Candace McMillon-Dantley

If This Happens While Lying Down, It Could Mean Something About Your Heart

There are ways for us to get an indication of how well our heart is functioning. If this happens while lying down, it could mean something about your heart.

Candace McMillon-Dantley

If This Happens While Lying Down, It Could Mean Something About Your Heart

There are ways for us to get an indication of how well our heart is functioning. If this happens while lying down, it could mean something about your heart.

Hannah Gordon

Things You Might Not Know About Antibiotics

Antibiotics are an important part of our healthcare system. Learn about antibiotics, the risks associated with them, and how to use them responsibly.

Man with closed eyes listening to headphones

Erin Marie

The Best Music To Calm Anxiety

Music has proven to be a powerful tool when it comes to managing anxiety symptoms, but some types of music are definitely more effective than others.

K. Cossey

What It Really Means When Your Belly Button Itches

While itchy skin can happen anywhere on the body, most people have likely felt an itch in their belly button, but why does this happen and what can you do?

Amanda Vining

This Is What Really Causes Ingrown Nails

Ingrown nails are a painful condition that can increase your risk of infections. But there are ways you can prevent them and feel better faster.

K. Cossey

Quick Ways To Feel Awake In The Morning

No matter the reason why you are sleepy, there are a few tricks you can try the next time you find yourself having a hard time feeling awake in the morning.

Amanda Vining

Does Beer Cause Bloating?

Beer can have many effects on the body, but is bloating one of them? Here's some key information about this popular adult beverage.

woman dropping antacid in glass of water

Candace McMillon-Dantley

You Shouldn't Take Antacids With These Common Medications

Antacids are some of the most utilized treatments for acid reflux. Although they are popular, they may cause complications when taken with other medications.

Catherine Caruso

Is It Really Good For You To Sleep In?

While it might be tempting to sleep in on a Saturday or Sunday morning, experts advise against it. Consistency is key. But are there any exceptions?

Andra Picincu

How To Get Rid Of Mucus In The Throat

Catarrh, or excess mucus (often in the throat), is more than just a nuisance. It can cause headaches, coughing, and discomfort. How do you get rid of it?