Health

Kegel exercises are thought to be a great way to strengthen the pelvic floor. But are these rumors actually true? Here's what the experts have to say.

Chances are, you're not washing this part of your body correctly. Here's what the experts recommend.

Belly fat can lead to health conditions in both men and women. But it may affect each one differently. Here's what to know.

Scented lotion may make you smell nicer, but it can also come at a cost. If you find you're having a bad reaction, you may want to reconsider your lotion.

Affecting 1 in 4 seniors in the U.S. every year, falls leave older adults susceptible to potentially fatal injuries. What dangers may lurk in your bathroom?

If you notice the signs of someone choking, your response will differ depending on if you are alone or there are other people nearby.

If you overdo it when it comes to exercise — especially cardio — it could backfire, leading to a number of health problems, in addition to joint pain.

Your liver carries out over 500 vital functions. its primary role is to regulate your bloodstream by creating nutrients and filtering out unwanted compounds.

The norovirus is the top cause of vomiting and diarrhea from acute gastroenteritis in the U.S. Learn more about its causes, symptoms, and treatments here.

For some people, heartburn only lasts a few minutes, but for others, it can last hours. What does it mean when you have heartburn frequently?

Hydronephrosis is a condition defined by kidney swelling. It develops due to a backup of urine in the urinary tract that hasn't sufficiently drained.

The human brain may just be one of the most complex and mind-boggling entities in the universe. Here are some things about your brain that may surprise you.

Laryngitis can occur due to a number of reasons. But can you pick it up from someone else or spread it if you have it?

Having an itchy butt can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. But fortunately, there are things you can do to help alleviate the discomfort.

Whether you love, hate, or are simply indifferent to your body fat, it's a complex and sophisticated part of the human anatomy that requires some understanding.

Sleep disruptions during menstruation can pose challenges for many. Here's what's happening in your body and what you can do to get more shut-eye.

Because flip flops lack support, they can inflame the tissue in your arch called the plantar, leading to a painful condition called plantar fasciitis.

Scalp psoriasis and dandruff may appear to be the same thing at first glance. But they're very different conditions that require specific treatments.

What are the other big differences between green and yellow bananas besides taste? Some of them might surprise you.

While it's normal to experience a bout of sleepiness from time to time, some sleep issues are more severe than others and can interrupt daily life.

While high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, and heart attacks are the most common forms of heart disease, myocarditis also affects the heart.

Keto is more fat, fewer carbs. But perhaps what is lesser known to the masses is the diet's side effects, one of those being extreme thirst. Here's why that is.

Among the numerous tools available for diabetes management, there's a deceptively simple one that could offer significant benefits.

When you listen to your heart with a stethoscope and it makes a whooshing or swishing sound, that indicates a heart murmur. What causes it, and is it dangerous?

Physical activity, stress, fever, or hot weather can easily trigger our sweat glands, but some of us may find that we sweat more than others.

Post-nasal drip can produce symptoms that are hard to ignore, but is it dangerous, and why does it happen? Let's look a little deeper at what causes it.

Snoring might be annoying, but it can also reveal details about your health. If you snore often, it may lead to, or be the result of, certain health problems.