Health

Enjoying a drink before bed is a simple pleasure for many people. While some drinks can improve your sleep, others may cause problems for you.

Blood platelets are necessary for survival, and a normal platelet count is critical. But what if our count is too low or too high?

Caffeine is one of the most popular substances we consume daily, mostly in beverage form. But how safe is it to take caffeine pills?

Many people attribute blurry vision to aging, but the first thing you should do to alleviate this symptom may only require changes in behavior.

Everyone gets headaches sometimes. This condition, although common, is frustrating to experience. Here's what to do when you get one.

We know that your body needs magnesium to perform some of its most basic and necessary functions, but does it have any influence on your blood pressure?

A January birth month can have significant impacts on our lives ranging from athletic opportunities to health risks. Here's what the researchers are finding.

We've all had those days when our jeans fit a little tighter than usual. It can be hard to tell if you're dealing with bloat or belly fat.

We know that concussions can be mild or may lead to serious brain trauma, but what really happens to your brain during a concussion?

While it's good to rest and drink fluids after getting the COVID-19 booster, be wary of consuming one particular type of drink afterwards.

Osteoporosis affects millions of older people every year, but you can help prevent the condition by doing certain exercises every day.

CTE is a serious medical condition that affects the brain after repeated trauma to the head. Find out the symptoms and how to avoid this condition.

Our respiratory rate is one of four vital signs that may indicate an urgent health issue. See what the normal respiratory rate is for adults.

You already know sleep is important to your health. But did you know how various positions can impact the quality of your snoozing? Read on to find out more.

It can feel lonely staring at your alarm clock in the dark as the minutes fly by, but you are not alone. It may be time to enlist your partner for some help.

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin found in a variety of foods including sunflower seeds, almonds, asparagus, and avocado. Can it help your heart?

There are a variety of reasons for losing your sense of taste. What are some of its causes and how do you recover your sense of taste?

A youthful appearance often goes deeper than just buying the right products. A diet full of healthy foods is key.

Belly buttons are so unassuming we can usually forget that they're there. They can sometimes hurt, so it's best to know what may cause belly button pain.

The timing of a person's birth might have far-reaching consequences that have nothing to do with the person's personality or with the alignment of the stars.

Available in chewable tablets, Airborne has long been touted as a cold and flu preventative — but can it really help protect you from getting sick?

There may be a reason why you find yourself aching for a pint of ice cream more often. What gives? Here's what the experts say.

Ear infections occur in children, adults, and even pets, and it's no secret they can be a real pain (literally!). Here's what happens if you don't treat them.

Broken bones happen to millions of people in the U.S. each year. Breaking a bone can be scary (and painful), but knowing how to respond to a break can help.

Waking up with a sore neck is something many of us are all too familiar with. Could sleeping with too many pillows be the culprit?

Chest acne can be frustrating to deal with. Here's what you should know about it.

Ever wonder what makes your knees so complex and prone to injury? We've got all the deets on the biggest joint in your body. You're gonna want to read this.