Health - Health Digest

Pouring milk from a bottle into a bowl with cereal

Nicole LaMarco

The One Ingredient That Shouldn't Be In The Cereal You're Eating

BHT, a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve cereal and other foods, can cause skin and eye irritation in large amounts.

Person holding green smoothie and veggie bowl

Tiffany Nicole

What Is The Glycemic Index?

The glycemic index measures how quickly the carbs in foods will affect blood sugar levels, and can be used by anyone to optimize their health.

Ambidextrous person writing with both hands

Catherine Caruso

The Real Reason Some People Are Ambidextrous

Ambidextrous people have symmetrical brains, with no dominant hemisphere. Also, some people learn to use their non-dominant hand after an injury.

woman with bright and glowing facial skin

Lauren DeMello

What Is Your Skin's Microbiome And How Can You Keep It Healthy?

There's an entire microbiome that lives on our skin that helps defend against harmful pathogens. Proper personal care routines can help protect it.

Maria Faller

Avoid This Type Of Fish If You Want Healthier Hair

Fish that contains high amounts of methylmercury can be dangerous not only for hair, but major organs including the brain, heart, and kidneys.

Nicole LaMarco

This Is What Really Causes Stiff Joints

Joint stiffness can be caused by a variety of reasons, including aging, arthritis, bursitis, lupus, and bone cancer.

Close up of water flowing from shower head

Nicole LaMarco

The Biggest Mistake You're Making Showering In The Morning

Whether you take a warm or cold shower in the morning, there are many health advantages, but you are probably making one big mistake.

pink gloves injecting lip fillers on a young woman

Agnes Erickson

Surprising Side Effects Of Lip Fillers

It is undeniable that the age of bee-stung lips is upon us. Unfortunately, opting for lip fillers comes with the potential for a few side effects.

woman staring at her reflection in a window

Elaine Hinzey

Everything You Should Know About Body Dysmorphic Disorder

For people with body dysmorphic disorder, perceived bodily flaws become an unhealthy obsession. Here's everything you need to know about this condition.

Agnes Erickson

Is It Safe To Tattoo Your Face?

People have been getting tattoos for thousands of years, and it's still trendy today. What happens when you choose to tattoo your face?

Two women in yoga class engaged in alternate nostril breathing

Erin Marie

You Should Breathe Through This Nostril For An Energy Boost

Each of our nostrils differs from the other, but did you know that breathing through one, in particular, may give you a quick boost of energy?

Catherine Caruso

What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Intermittent Fasting

Stopping intermittent fasting can come with negative side effects, including digestive issues, weight gain, difficulty focusing, and fatigue.

Zrinka Peters

Emergency Room Versus Urgent Care: Which One Should You Choose?

Emergency rooms treat true emergencies that can't wait and are life- or limb-threatening, whereas urgent care is set up to deal with more-minor problems.

Anne Taylor

Can Anxiety Cause Chest Pain?

Anxiety has many symptoms, including chest pain cause by anxiety attacks.

Anne Taylor

What Happens To Your Body When You Start Eating Meat Again?

Many people choose to remove meat from their diets for various reasons. Here's what happens when you start eating it again.

Ruth Clark

The Best Supplements To Help Treat PMS Symptoms

While there are several helpful medications to treat PMS, some are turning to vitamins and supplements as a more natural way to treat symptoms.

A doctor in white lab coat holding up a chalkboard with the letters MS written on it

Meredith Cooper

Celebrities Who Have Been Diagnosed With Multiple Sclerosis

Here's a look at some outspoken celebrities who've been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Zrinka Peters

Are Crocs Good For Your Feet?

Crocs were originally designed as a boating shoe, with their non-slip soles and waterproof, lightweight, foamy material. Are they actually good for your feet?

Catherine Caruso

The Best Time To Wake Up In The Morning, According To Science

Waking up early and going to bed early is ideal, but if your schedule doesn't allow that, just be sure to get to bed early enough to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep.

close up of man and woman kissing with sun in the background

Ashley Welch

Does Kissing Really Spread STDs?

While kissing is less likely to spread sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) than intercourse or oral sex, it is possible to transmit infections.

Maria Faller

You Might Want To Avoid Kissing Someone If They Have This

What if you lean in for an anticipated killer kiss and notice a red bump or small sore on the mouth of your date?

Catherine Caruso

Is It Really Safe To Go On A Date During The Pandemic?

The pandemic has changed the dating scene, adding an extra level of anxiety for many people who want to find love but don't want to contract COVID-19.

Valerie Kalfrin

Holding Hands Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Brain

Sure, holding a loved one's hand makes you happy — but that's no simple feel-good effect.

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou

The Damaging Effects Kissing Too Much Has On Your Lips

While the benefits of kissing are touted, there are also a few damaging effects to be aware of.

Maria Faller

What Does The 'D' Stand For In Allergy Medicine?

Allergies can cause a wide variety of uncomfortable symptoms. When you take allergy medicine for relief, what does the "D" stand for on the box?

Denise Porretto

Science Says People Are The Most Sexually Active During This Season

Statistics show that the three months of summer are the most sex-intense of the year, but winter and fall are also popular for between-the-sheets action.

A. Sooter

What's The Difference Between Saturated Fat And Trans Fat?

Understanding the difference between trans fat and saturated fat can help you ensure that you're not including too much of either in your diet.