Health - Health Digest

Denise Porretto

What Actually Happens To Your Heart When You Don't Exercise

What happens to your body when you don't exercise? Literally at the heart of the matter is your heart, which is directly affected by a lack of aerobic activity.

Denise Porretto

This Rare Genetic Mutation Gives People Unbreakable Bones

Study of a genetic mutation called LRP5 that affects bone density and development allowed researchers to develop a treatment for osteoporosis.

Nicole LaMarco

This Is When You Need To Change Your Toothbrush

Shopping for a new toothbrush isn't exactly exciting, but it is something you should be doing regularly. This is when you need to change your toothbrush.

Valerie Kalfrin

Cold Showers Vs Hot Showers: Which One Is Better For You?

For some of us, there's nothing better than turning up the steam in a hot shower, but some prefer cold showers. Which one is better for you?

Erin Marie

The Best Way To Get Rid Of Razor Burn

Razor burn can be a painful and embarrassing result of shaving. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to soothe irritated skin and prevent it from happening.

Catherine Caruso

What Is Yellow Fever?

Many of us have heard of yellow fever but don't know what it is. Here's everything you need to know about this potentially life-threatening virus.

A. Sooter

Can A Chiropractor Help With Sciatica?

A visit to the chiropractor is something between surgery and a home remedy for those living with sciatica, but can it really relieve the pain?

Erin Marie

What It Really Means When Your Fingernails Smell

Fingernails can smell because of exposure to things like onions and garlic, but sometimes the problem is caused by medical conditions, including onychomycosis.

Weightlifter is getting ready to stand with heavy barbell, squatting with weight, looking away with pleasant expression

Nicole LaMarco

Does Weightlifting Lower Blood Pressure?

Weightlifting and other exercise can lower blood pressure by strengthening the heart, but those with high blood pressure need to pay special attention to form.

Woman wearing glasses and orange sweater holding her arms feeling cold

Erin Marie

What It Really Means When You Get Cold After Eating

Foods that you eat can make you colder or warmer ... and don't always create the effect you might expect!

Kimberly Smith

The Unexpected Effect Dark Chocolate Has On Your Heart

Dark chocolate can boost your mood, help with memory loss, regulate blood sugar, help stave off diabetes, promote healthy skin, and help prevent cancer.

Ruth Clark

What It Really Means When Your Hair Starts Breaking

Hair breakage can be frustrating, especially if we don't understand why it's happening. Here's why hair breaks and how to repair and prevent it from happening.

Man wearing eyeglasses and squinting his eyes, in front of yellow background

Ruth Clark

If This Happens To Your Eyes, It Could Be A Sign Of Cataracts

Generally-blurry vision and night blindness are two primary symptoms of cataracts. The risk of developing them increases with age.

young woman sitting on her mat and stretching before bed

Agnes Erickson

When You Stretch Before Bed, This Is What Happens

Stretching right before bed can lower your stress levels, help you fall asleep faster, and improve your sleep quality.

Why You Should Try Planking If You Have Bad Posture

Planking engages and strengthens your neck, back, chest, core, and abdominals, which makes it easier to practice good posture throughout your day

By Kimberly Smith January 7th, 2022 Read More

Ruth Clark

Can Acupuncture Help With Migraines?

Migraines can be a debilitating and ongoing medical condition for many. Among the various treatment options available, is acupuncture worth considering?

Erin Marie

Does Washing Your Hair Kill Germs?

How effective is shampoo in ridding our scalps of potential germs and viruses?

slices of bran bread with measuring tape

Zrinka Peters

Why You Might Gain Weight When You Don't Eat Enough Fiber

Fiber absorbs water and helps you feel full, which makes you less likely to overeat and consume excess calories. Foods with fiber also tend to be low-calorie.

Agnes Erickson

How Long Does It Take For Cold Symptoms To Show?

Once a virus enters your system, it goes through an incubation period. During this time, it is unlikely that symptoms will present themselves.

Agnes Erickson

You Might Be Brushing Your Hair Totally Wrong

It's hard to believe you may be brushing your hair wrong, but if you're guilty of these common mistakes, your poor tresses are likely paying the price.

Erin Marie

Does Sour Candy Help With Anxiety?

Millions of American adults are affected by anxiety disorders. Grounding exercises are an effective coping mechanism. Can you do this with sour candy?

Agnes Erickson

This Is What Happens When You Take Too Much Viagra

No drug is free of side effects. If you take too much Viagra, whether on purpose or by accident, you can expect some side effects that can be pretty alarming.

A. Sooter

What Happens If A Hernia Goes Untreated?

We know that hernias develop when part of an internal organ pushes through a weak spot between muscles, but what happens if a person wants to forgo treatment?

Catherine Caruso

When Does The COVID-19 Booster Shot Become Effective?

Generally speaking, it can take up to two weeks after receiving the booster for your immune system to reach peak levels of protection

Anne Taylor

Side Effects Of The Sinovac Vaccine For COVID-19 Explained

Here's what you need to know about the Sinovac vaccine for COVID-19.

Kimberly Smith

Is It Okay To Use Vaseline On Your Face?

Vaseline is a product with many uses in our everyday lives. But does it belong in our skincare routines? Here's what to know about Vaseline and facial care.

Ruth Clark

Do Cold Symptoms Show Up In Any Particular Order?

The common cold is exactly that - common, so you may be wondering: When a cold comes on, is there any sequence of symptoms to watch out for?