Health

You've probably heard the advice to take a deep breath if you've ever felt anxious. In the midst of an anxiety attack, can breathing really help calm the body?

If you don't fast before surgery, you can cause complications if you lie to your doctor about it.

Painful, hard lumps that occur beneath the skin's surface are often thought to be acne. But a condition called hidradenitis suppurativa may be the root cause.

Shoulder soreness could stem from rotator cuff tendinitis, bursitis, dislocation, or poor posture. But referred pain could indicate a serious health condition.

Exposure to freezing temperatures can put you at risk for adverse health effects including frostbite. These measures will help prevent cold-weather skin damage.

Some home remedies really do soothe a sore throat. What will gargling with warm salt water do for throat pain and inflammation, and why?

Makeup and skin care products do have an expiration date, because their formulas can degrade over time and become exposed to harmful bacteria.

Factors such as diet, dehydration, and medications can increase your risk of forming kidney stones, but so can this inherited condition.

By not keeping your pillowcase clean and sanitary, you're subjecting your face to a buildup of old makeup, sweat, dead skin cells, and other unwelcome guests.

An afternoon nap is a way to fight fatigue and experience feeling more energetic, alert, and relaxed. But are long naps too much of a good thing?

Did you go overboard with the red pepper flake shaker on your pizza? You may want to drink some milk to quell the fire in your mouth. This is why it works.

While brushing your teeth too minimally can put your oral health at risk, that does not mean that it is healthy to go overboard with the toothpaste either.

If you're opting to just do cardio, it's useful to know how it could affect your body. Lace up your shoes, and let's step to it and take a look!

For all its benefits, it's important to keep in mind that mouthwash is not meant to be swallowed. Doing so in large quantities can be poisonous.

Some anxiety is a normal part of the human experience. But for many, anxiety can become excessive and even debilitating. How does an anxiety disorder develop in the first place?

Here are some of the ways you can straighten your teeth without annoying braces.

A doctor's visit can be intimidating. Still, there are certain things you'll want to avoid saying. And it's important to be honest.

If you're feeling impatient and want your nails to grow more quickly, there are a few things you can try at home to speed up the process.

Many of the steps to get rid of rashes are simple and cost-effective. Some ways to treat a stubborn rash can even be in your kitchen cabinet.

Stress has an impact on much of the body's functioning, and this includes the regulation of blood sugar.

You may have heard that LASIK can cause problems with seeing at night. Here's what you should know.

Our lymph nodes are a part of our lymphatic system. Their main role is to wash out foreign toxins and balance our fluid levels within the body.

Common colds, sometimes referred to as "head colds," are caused primarily by the rhinovirus, but there are more than 200 different viruses that can cause one.

Of the many activated charcoal products on the market, many people are making the switch to charcoal toothpaste, but is it good for your teeth?

While there's nothing you can do to stop a seizure once it starts, there are steps you can take to help a person stay safe and recover smoothly.

Some added depth or a dramatic semi-permanent line can give your eyes the attention they deserve, but how safe is it to try tattoo eyeliner?

If you're looking for a more hair-friendly alternative to elastic bands, the scrunchie may be just the solution you've been looking for.