Health - Health Digest

Catherine Caruso

Think Twice Before Getting Filler In This Part Of Your Face

Dermal fillers are substances injected under the skin on the face to help restore volume and smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. This area should be avoided.

Vincent Madrone

Does Stress Make Your Allergies Worse?

Allergies are your body's response to substances in the environment, from pollen in the air to disagreeable foods. How do stress levels factor in?

Kharissa Forte

You Might Have E. Coli If This Happens To You

Some forms of E. coli can actually cater to good gut health because they produce vitamins K and D, but of course, not all E. coli strains are beneficial.

Andra Picincu

This Is What Really Causes Scoliosis

Millions of Americans have scoliosis, but what causes it? Is the condition related to poor posture, heavy lifting, and other lifestyle factors? Let's find out.

A. Sooter

Myths About Donating Blood You Need To Stop Believing

Myths about blood donation may be why many people don't donate, but many of these tales can be put to rest and, hopefully, get donors back to the blood banks.

K. Cossey

What Is Cholera?

Cholera is an infectious, and potentially fatal, disease caused by a specific bacteria found in food and drinking water. Here is what you need to know.

Eileen Conroy

What Does It Mean When Your Pregnancy Is Overdue?

After 40 long weeks of waiting, your due date passes by yet still there's no baby in sight. This occurs in about 1 in 10 pregnancies, but what does it mean?

Erin Marie

Sleeping On Your Side Has An Unexpected Benefit For Your Brain

Some people prefer sleeping on their backs or stomachs, while others prefer sleeping on their sides. It turns out that the latter habit may be more beneficial.

A. Sooter

The Surprising Reason Migraines Can Make You Feel Nauseous

Nausea leaves migraine sufferers scratching their heads. It may not seem like it should go along with a neurological issue, but it all comes back to the brain.

Anne Taylor

Can Supplements Cause Hair Loss?

Many supplements help with hair loss, but some can actually cause it.

Eileen Conroy

Does Makeup Cause Milia?

Milia is a skin condition that you might initially mistake for acne. However, it's not the same. Here's what causes it.

Brynna Standen

Are UTIs Genetic?

As it turns out, there are a whole bunch of reasons we can get recurrent UTIs, and one of them might have to do with our genetics.

woman laying stressed out in bed with alarm

Lauren Alexander

The Biggest Mistakes You're Making When Going To Sleep

There's really not enough that can be said about the importance of getting a good night's rest. Here are some mistakes you might be making before you go to bed.

Andra Picincu

How To Fall Asleep Quicker Without Medication

Sleeping pills can help with insomnia, but not long term. Build these relaxation practices into your routine, and you'll fall asleep quicker without medication.

Stephen J. Schuyler

7 Foods To Eat And 7 To Avoid If You Have An Upset Stomach

There are many possible reasons behind an upset stomach. Here are some food choices you can make (and some to avoid) when you have an upset stomach.

Woman smiling with an open mouth about to bite down on a red apple

Erin Marie

Do Apples Help Whiten Teeth?

For those looking to lighten extrinsic staining on their teeth, you may want to try incorporating more fruit into your diet, specifically, apples.

Vincent Madrone

This Is What Really Causes Whiteheads

Pus-filled pimples seem to pop up right at the wrong time and add an unwanted look to our face, back, or neck — but what exactly causes whiteheads?

Brynna Standen

What Happens To Your Armpits If You Shave Them Every Day

On top of being home to lymph nodes and glands, underarm skin is thinner than the skin on other parts of our bodies. Should you shave your armpits daily?

Brynna Standen

The Truth About Halsey's Experience With Endometriosis

Halsey fans have reason to revel as they watch their beloved icon thrive as the mother to her infant son, Ender, but her pregnancy journey was difficult.

Catherine Caruso

What It Really Means When You Have A Latex Allergy

If you discover you have a latex allergy, you may be concerned. However, while latex is found in many items, there are things you can do to protect yourself.

Anne Taylor

Does Shaving Your Armpits Make You Sweat Less?

Is this the secret for people with sweaty pits?

Catherine Caruso

The First Thing You Should Do After Breaking A Nail

Breaking a nail can mean losing months of hard work in growing it out. But there are things you can do to get you back on track quickly.

Closeup view of newborn baby breastfeeding in hospital

Ruth Clark

This Is How Your Body Really Produces Breast Milk

Breast milk is a nutrient-rich source of food for your baby. But you may be wondering how the body actually produces it. Here's everything you need to know.

Lauren McCabe

Pink Eye Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

You can rest assured that, in most cases, pink eye is a mild condition. Still, you should be aware of the various causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Isabel Cohen

You Could Be Taking Too Many Antidepressants If This Happens

Antidepressants can be an important tool for managing our mental health. But too much of a good thing can sometimes lead to undesirable outcomes.

Woman sitting on sofa suffering from abdominal pain

Ruth Clark

Is IBS Genetic?

Irritable bowel syndrome is a bit mysterious, as doctors don't totally understand what causes it, but it usually begins after a disturbance in the gut.

Brynna Standen

Does Dandruff Cause Hair Loss?

While little white flakes on your shoulders can be embarrassing, dandruff is very common. However, you may wonder if it is the cause of your thinning locks.