Health - Health Digest

Erin Marie

How Rare Are Grey Eyes?

Grey eyes were not always acknowledged as their own distinct category of eye color. For years, those with grey eyes were often lumped in with blue-eyed people.

Brynna Standen

What It Means When You Can't Do A Deep Squat

Sitting too much is the biggest culprit when it comes to inhibiting your range of motion. There are a few muscle groups that can be negatively affected by it.

Catherine Caruso

What You Should Know About Stabilization Muscles

Stabilizer muscles work to keep your joints balanced and steady while your primary muscles engage in movement and physical activity.

Catherine Caruso

Should You Be Using A Foam Roller Or Massage Gun?

Foam rollers and massage guns are helpful recovery tools for sore muscles. But which one should you use? Here we're going to break it down.

Hands holding cell phone with dirty contaminated touch screen

Nicole LaMarco

Surprising Side Effects Of Not Cleaning Your Phone

You take your phone with you everywhere, right? But is it clean? Wash your hands, then touch your phone? You're only getting the germs on your hands again.

Eileen Conroy

Easy Ways To Lower Your Stress And Cortisol Levels

There are a variety of easy things you can do to lower your stress and cortisol levels so you can maintain a balanced mind and body.

Vincent Madrone

How Much CBD Should You Really Be Taking?

Despite its known health benefits, there is still lots of confusion relating to what a proper dosage of CBD is, so let's clear the air.

Woman reading about risk factors for stroke

Hannah Gordon

What You Can Do To Decrease Your Risk Of A Stroke

There's good reason to consider what you can do to prevent a stroke. Start with a few small changes and gradually work your way towards more.

Gynecologist explaining menstrual cycle to patient

Ruth Clark

What It Means When Your Menstrual Cycle Gets Shorter

We often think of a menstrual cycle as lasting one month — but that's not true for everyone. Cycles can range from erratic to by-the-clock.

Close up of bitten red apple in hand and bowl full of red apples background

Nicole LaMarco

Is It Bad To Eat Apples At Night?

Fructose, the natural sugar in the apples, will give you a little energy boost without making you feel jittery. Does this mean you shouldn't eat them at night?

Lauren Alexander

Common Hygiene Habits That Aren't As Healthy As You Think

Some of the hygiene habits you may have been taught are a little outdated. Read on to learn which of your hygiene habits might need a refresh.

woman looking nervously in the mirror at skin

Lauren Alexander

The Biggest Mistakes You're Making With Skincare

We all want clear skin with a healthy, beautiful glow, but your routine might be working against these aims. Read on to learn what mistakes you might be making.

Erin Marie

Is Diarrhea Contagious?

A sudden, unexpected bout of diarrhea is both unpleasant and uncomfortable, but for most people, it's temporary. That said, could your diarrhea be contagious?

K. Cossey

What Is Uncombable Hair Syndrome?

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if your hair didn't brush flat? That's the reality for many people who have uncombable hair syndrome.

Isabel Cohen

This Simple Habit Can Be The Key In Boosting Your Mental Health

Mental health is as critical to our well-being as much as physical health. This simple habit can be the key in boosting your mental health.

Catherine Caruso

Why You Should Never Push Through Pain During A Workout

You've heard the phrase "no pain, no gain" when it comes to exercise, but don't take this as an encouragement to push past any pain you feel during a workout.

Young woman doing postural exercises with an exercise ball

Andra Picincu

Are Exercise Balls Good For Your Back?

Exercise balls, also known as Swiss balls, are popular gym props that have made their way into corporate offices. Are they as good for your back as you think?

Vincent Madrone

The Sleep Supplement That Works Better Than Melatonin And Helps You Wake Up Energized

The use of melatonin supplements to improve sleep is at an all-time high. But some natural alternatives help you get to sleep and also wake up energized.

bottle of Ambien with purple pills in front

Erin Marie

When You Take Too Much Ambien, This Is What Happens

Doctors sometimes prescribe ambien as a sleep aid, but it is not without side effects, so when it is taken in excess, the drug can pose dangerous health risks.

Vincent Madrone

The Real Reason You Have Cracks On Your Tongue

If you have cracks or grooves running along the surface of your tongue, you may be concerned. A fissured tongue might be a sign of an underlying health issue.

Kimberly Smith

Are Migraines Genetic?

While there's much to learn about migraines, researchers know enough to know whether or not they are genetic. Does a family history make you more susceptible?

Niko Vercelletto

Whoop Vs Oura: Which Is Better For Tracking Sleep?

Whoop and Oura are devices that can help you track important metrics regarding your sleep. Here are a few important differences between the two.

K. Cossey

If Your Feet Feel Numb, It Could Be A Sign Of This

Most people have felt their feet "fall asleep" before, and the tingling sensation can feel uncomfortable and sometimes painful. What if it happens regularly?

Erin Marie

Do Antibiotics Expire?

Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, like pneumonia, strep throat, or UTIs. Do they ever expire, and can you self-administer any leftovers?