Health - Health Digest

Jenna Demmer

The Real Difference Between Spray Sunscreen And Lotion

The FDA deems spray sunscreen to be safe and effective. Just be sure to spray each body area for about six seconds to ensure proper coverage.

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Nicole LaMarco

What Does It Mean When Your Hands Swell?

You use your hands for many things such as driving, eating, and typing. Swollen hands can cause some problems in your daily life, so what could be the cause?

Catherine Caruso

Are Bath Bombs Good For You?

Bath bombs can soothe sore muscles, but be careful to avoid talc, parabens, and other potentially-risky ingredients.

Anne Taylor

Read This Before Using Pore Strips

Pore strips are practically a rite of passage for teenage girls hoping to get blackhead-free skin. Read this before using them.

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A. Sooter

How Often Do You Really Need To Change Your Pajamas?

Setting a routine cleaning schedule for your home may sound fairly straightforward, but when it comes to items like pajamas, how often should they be washed?

Kelsie Calderon

What Margot Robbie's Skincare Routine Really Looks Like

Actress Margot Robbie has access to industry secrets from the best of the best, and this star's skin is something that women have been lusting over for years.

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A. Sooter

Are Bidets Sanitary?

There aren't any studies comparing the use of toilet paper to the use of bidets, but scientists say bidets are about as hygienic as toilet paper.

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Andra Picincu

The Best Way To Stop Body Odor Without Deodorant

Tea tree oil, baking soda, and hydrogen peroxide are three inexpensive, easy-to-find tools for minimizing body odor.

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Jay Wilson

Plank Exercises You Should Be Doing

We've put together our very favorite plank exercises you should be doing -- and we guarantee they won't take a physiology degree to figure out.

Anne Taylor

What Really Happens If You Use Nair On Your Face

Nair is a depilatory cream that works by dissolving hair at the skin's surface. Is it safe to use this cream on your face? Here's what you should know.

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Meredith Cooper

Foods That Help You Stay Hydrated

With many aspects of nutrition, variety is key. When it comes to hydration, there's a wide variety of foods that can help your body stay healthy and hydrated.

Jay Wilson

Mistakes That Are Doing Damage To Your Joints

It's vital to avoid making mistakes that can damage our joints. Unfortunately, there are a large number of factors that can affect our joint health.

Kimberly Smith

The Real Reason You're Afraid Of The Dark

Fear of the dark might be common, especially among children, but why do so many people have this phobia? Read on to learn more.

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Rick Chillot

Everything You Wanted To Know About Bed Bugs

Let's be clear: Nobody wants bed bugs. Unfortunately, though, they're very common. Here's what else you should know about these pesky little bloodsuckers.

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Ashley Welch

This Is How To Tell If Your Toe Is Actually Broken

Whether you suffered a foot injury while playing a sport or stubbed your toe unexpectedly, that shooting pain can be enough to stop you in your tracks.

Woman drinking a cup of coffee that is too hot

A. Sooter

This Is What Really Happens When You Burn Your Tongue

Whether it's a piping hot cup of coffee or a steaming plate of food, both carry the risk of leaving your mouth feeling battered, blistered, and burned.

Catherine Caruso

What Are Fine Lines And How Can You Get Rid Of Them?

Fine lines and wrinkles are often used interchangeably, but they're actually slightly different. What's the difference between the two and can they be treated?

Anne Taylor

What Happens When You Vape Too Much

Although e-cigarettes are marketed as a safer way to smoke, there's nothing safe about them.

Anne Taylor

What Would Happen To Your Skin If You Never Removed Your Makeup?

No matter how tempting it is to just go to bed after a late night, it's crucial to take off your makeup before your head hits the pillow.

Robin Rothstein

How Not Getting Enough Sleep Can Affect Your Blood Sugar

Not getting enough sleep is known to cause many health problems, but how does it impact your blood sugar? Read on to learn more.

Catherine Caruso

Is Hiking Harder Than Running?

Hiking and running are both vigorous aerobic activities, but which exercise is harder? Read on to learn more.

Robin Rothstein

What's Really Making You Dizzy When You Stand Up?

You might wonder why you sometimes feel dizzy when you stand up. We dug in and got the scoop -- learn why it happens, and how to prevent it.

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Nicole LaMarco

The Real Reason Exercise Might Be Making Your Waist Bigger

If you're hoping to shed pounds and inches, you may be discouraged to find that exercise is making your waist bigger. Get the scoop on why this happens.

Anne Taylor

This Is What Happens When You Stop Cutting Your Hair

Although trims won't affect how quickly your hair grows, they will keep the ends of your hair from drying out and splitting.

Ashley Welch

You Should Never Pop Your Boil. Here's Why

While it may be tempting to pop a boil with a sharp object, don't do it. Boils are caused by skin infections, and popping them can do more harm than good.

Ashley Welch

How Often Do You Really Need To Give Your Child A Bath?

Recent cultural dialogue around bathing may have you wondering: How often should you actually bathe your kids? We've got the scoop.

Robin Rothstein

Can Your Clothes Protect You From The Sun?

You probably know you should wear sunscreen when you go outside, but does your clothing provide any protection from the sun? Read on to find out.