Health - Health Digest

Ciara Turner-Ewert

How To Effectively Treat Painful Breakouts

Nobody likes having breakouts, and pimples can sometimes become painful whether we touch them or not. Fortunately, there are ways to alleviate this pain.

Kimberly Smith

How Deep Brain Stimulation Is Helping Tackle The Opioid Crisis

The opioid crisis in the U.S. is a health emergency for good reason. Research reveals how deep brain stimulation is helping tackle the opioid crisis.

K. Cossey

Signs You Need To Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

Wisdom teeth appear anywhere from age 17-21, so they're the only pearly whites in your mouth to grow once you've lost all your baby teeth.

Erin Marie

How Long Does Mono Fatigue Last?

It's not always easy to differentiate between a case of mono or another energy-zapping illness. So how long does mono fatigue last?

Young man sits on couch in front of a doctor who puts their hand on his shoulder

Ruth Clark

How Grief Affects Your Immune System

Whether it's a childhood pet, family member, or good friend, losing someone you love is one of the hardest human experiences we have to face.

K. Cossey

This Is What Happens To Your Body When You Use Flonase

Flonase is a popular intranasal spray that many people use to relieve their pesky allergy symptoms or nasal polyps. But how exactly does it work?

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Can Reading Make You Tired?

While regular reading is good for you, some people find reading to be a tiresome task that makes them sleepy. What exactly causes this tiredness?

Vincent Madrone

Can Garlic Cure Your STD?

We have all heard of the many wonderful benefits of garlic, but many people are wondering if garlic can be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases.

Vincent Madrone

Does Garlic Really Work To Remove Skin Tags?

Several different websites list garlic as one possible treatment that may be able to remove skin tags. But is it safe, and does it really work?

Vincent Madrone

The One Body Part You Might Be Missing In The Shower

Short showers, long showers, it doesn't matter, there is one part of the body that many people miss during their daily bathing ritual. Why do people miss it?

Catherine Caruso

Why You Should Rethink Your Alarm Clock

If you use an alarm clock to wake up in the morning, you might want to rethink hitting the snooze button. Here are some ways to help you avoid it.

Kharissa Forte

Will Detoxing Make You Live Longer?

Master cleanses, juice fasts, and raw food diets are popular ways to detox. But by detoxing naturally, you can get all the benefits without any risk.

Brynna Standen

Why You Should Drink Hibiscus Tea After A Workout

Workouts can take a toll on the body, leading to oxidative stress and inflammation. But you can relieve these symptoms with antioxidant-rich hibiscus flowers.

Erin Marie

How To Feel Less Awful After A Restless Night

You've had a restless night's sleep, feel awful, and are sure you won't be able to function at work. Before you grab more coffee, pause and shift your mindset.

Anne Taylor

What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Taking Creatine

Creatine is a popular supplement among fitness enthusiasts, but what happens when you stop taking it?

Catherine Caruso

The Neurotransmitter That Will Instantly Improve Your Sleep

Many people crave a better quality of sleep. Now, researchers may have found the neurotransmitter that will instantly improve your sleep.

Anne Taylor

What It Really Means When Your Sunburn Itches

Here's why that nasty sunburn is itching while it heals.

Kharissa Forte

Astaxanthin Is The Latest Antioxidant, But Is It Actually Good For You?

The antioxidants vitamins C and E share the spotlight when it comes to skincare and immune health. But pay attention to the powerful antioxidant astaxanthin.

Kharissa Forte

What You Need To Know About The Panchakarma Cleanse

The Panchakarma cleanse. Kourtney Kardashian and Aaron Rodgers have tried it. Here's what's to know about the Ayurvedic practice and how it can benefit you.

Kharissa Forte

What You Should Know About Brown Listerine

We all know that Listerine kills germs that cause bad breath. But did you know this popular product has surprising uses that go beyond mouthwash?

young woman wondering with question marks above head

Candace McMillon-Dantley

How Rare Is Having An Extra Rib?

With so many ribs in the body, you may have never thought there could be an extra, but some people do have an extra rib or two. How common is this?

Kharissa Forte

The Best Sleep Masks For A Good Night's Rest

Bedtime rituals like taking a warm bath, sipping chamomile tea, and donning a sleep mask can help you get a good night's rest. What's the best mask for you?

Vincent Madrone

What Is Resveratrol And Why Should You Take It?

Wine may have health-enhancing properties because it contains a powerful antioxidant called resveratrol. So what is it and why should you take it?

Kharissa Forte

Why Reading In Bed Is Bad For Your Rest

How harmful can reading in bed be? It turns out reading in bed can confuse your brain and prevent your ability to get proper rest and a good night's sleep.

Athletic man doing behind-the-neck lat pulldowns

Andra Picincu

Here's What You Should Do Instead Of Behind-The-Neck Lat Pulldowns

Behind-the-neck pulldowns are not inherently dangerous, but they may pose risks to those with poor shoulder mobility. Here are some alternatives.

Hannah Gordon

The Real Effects Anxiety Has On Your Body

Chronic stress and anxiety are both correlated with numerous other health conditions, and both of them can have devastating consequences on the body.

K. Cossey

Do Nasal Sprays Expire?

Nasal sprays are a popular way to alleviate allergies and colds and can drastically reduce symptoms. But should you use them if the expiration date has passed?