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Badminton player with racket and shuttlecock

A. Sooter

Why Badminton Is A Better Workout Than You Think

Badminton provides a community built around physical activity and, in regulated competitions, a sense of sportsmanship. It also comes with many health benefits.

Jenna Demmer

How Much Is Too Much Screen Time?

Many Americans, including children, now spend hours in front of screens every day. How much screen time is too much, and what are the consequences?

Young girl wearing headphones sitting in front of a TV playing video games

Erin Marie

When You Play Video Games Before Bed, This Is What Happens

Many people who play video games do so for hours at a time. How does playing a video game before bed impact our quality of sleep, if at all?

Jenna Demmer

What It Really Means When Your Period Is Lighter Than Usual

A light period is rarely anything to worry about especially for older women or if you're breastfeeding or on birth control.

Asian young woman feeling discomfort as suffering from heartburn holding chest with closed eyes and sitting with folded legs on couch at home

Ruth Clark

The Big Difference Between Pepcid And Tums

One out of every three Americans experiences acid reflux weekly. Luckily, Pepcid and Tums are available over the counter to combat symptoms.

Zrinka Peters

This Is What Garlic Can Do For Your Liver

There are easy ways to proactively support good liver health. One of the most delicious ways is to include more garlic in your diet.

Robin Rothstein

This Is How Often You Should Whiten Your Teeth

While it seems like social media channels are to blame for the teeth-whitening craze, people began whitening their teeth long before social media was invented.

A. Sooter

What Would Happen If A Man Took Plan B?

It is difficult to mistake Plan B for another type of medication, but if a man accidentally ingested Plan B, what would happen?

Health Digest Staff

Everything You Need To Know About Breakthrough COVID-19 Cases

The truth about breakthrough COVID-19 cases is a lot more complicated than what you're likely seeing in the news and on your social media feeds.

Kimberly Smith

THC Versus CBD: What's The Difference?

THC and CBD are cannabinoids, attaching themselves to cannabinoid receptors in the body. Although popular, most people can't differentiate between the two.

Young woman suffering from allergy outdoors

Ruth Clark

Side Effects Of Allegra You Should Know Before Taking

Seasonal allergies can be severe enough that medication is needed, and Allegra is a commonly used drug for symptoms, but what are the side effects?

Anne Taylor

What It Really Means When Your Eyes Water

Everyone's eyes water from time to time. There are many reasons this may occur, from allergies to infections to ingrown eyelashes.

Maria Faller

The Vitamins You Need If You Have Dandruff

There is an association between dandruff and diet. Dandruff may be present if your body is low in certain essential nutrients.

Catherine Caruso

Is It Bad To Pee In The Shower?

Peeing in the shower may be standard practice for some and seem completely gross or unsanitary to others. But is it actually bad to pee while rinsing off?

Robin Rothstein

The Vegetable You Need To Eat For Osteoarthritis

While there is no cure for osteoarthritis and it can worsen over time, there are ways you can manage the pain and maintain the function of your joints.

Woman holding coffee cup and lemon slice

Catherine Caruso

Should You Be Adding Lemon To Your Coffee?

You may want to ignore the latest TikTok fad, because health experts and nutritionists say that lemon coffee is not an effective weight loss tool.

Maria Faller

Try This Nut If You Need More Selenium

Selenium is a powerful essential nutrient that is crucial for your health, which can only be acquired through food or supplements.

Zrinka Peters

How To Tell If That Extra Virgin Olive Oil You're Buying Is Real Or Fake

To legally qualify as extra virgin olive oil, the oil has to pass a chemical analysis test, as well as a sensory (taste) test by an expert panel.

Jenna Demmer

Should You Take Antiviral Medication For The Flu?

With symptoms such as fever, body aches, and headaches, the flu isn't fun for anyone, but it is more dangerous for some people than others.

woman holding stomach in pain with period calendar

Lauren Alexander

Mistakes Everyone Makes With Period Products

With so many menstrual products on the market, the learning curve on their use is never-ending. Read on to learn what mistakes you might be making.

A. Sooter

The Real Health Benefits Of Playing Field Hockey

There are many health benefits associated with playing field hockey, aside from hand-eye coordination. Here are some that you may not be aware of.

Agnes Erickson

What You Don't Know About Dr. Bronner's

Dr. Bronner's products come with both suds and a strong message, advocating for world peace and environmental sustainability.

Catherine Caruso

What Science Says About Babies Born In November

November babies tend to be happier, stronger and fitter than those born at other times, and less prone to developing chronic diseases.

Zrinka Peters

How American Wheat Differs From European Wheat

Interestingly, many Americans who travel to Europe find that wheat bread overseas is not only delicious, but easier on the stomach, too.

Catherine Caruso

This Is What Really Causes Vertigo

Vertigo is one symptom of conditions that affect the inner ear, including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, Ménière's disease, and labyrinthitis.

Jenna Demmer

Does Aspirin Lower Blood Pressure?

Not all NSAIDs increase a person's risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Aspirin has none of these side effects.

Couple kisses while holding pregnancy test

Jenna Demmer

The Best Time Of Day To Take A Pregnancy Test Isn't Necessarily What You Think

Ever wondered when you should take that pregnancy test you recently bought? Well, you're in for a surprise. The best time may not be when you think it is.