Health

Sunburn of the eyes, aka photokeratitis, can cause not only painful short-term symptoms, but long-term damage.

The debate over whether the trickle-down of soap and water in the shower is enough to clean our legs has us wondering, should we wash our legs when we shower?

More than one-third of 1,700 respondents in a recent survey reported experiencing significant hair loss after COVID-19.

Rubber bullets are classified as non-lethal weapons designed to temporarily incapacitate people. But medical professionals have challenged this classification.

Our hair is special to us and an essential part of our grooming. But what does it mean when hair stops growing? Knowing the cause will help you find a solution.

Hair loss can happen at any age, and sometimes earlier for others, but what exactly is the reason for balding?

We all want to be confident in our smile, but damaged teeth can lead to health problems. That's where getting a veneer or a crown could make all the difference.

Should you take aspirin or ibuprofen? Luckily, both treatments have great pain-relieving properties, although there are some key differences to be aware of.

Everyone has taste buds on their tongue that help them detect different flavors. So why do some people detect a soap-like flavor in certain foods like cilantro?

Whether or not to take medication on an empty stomach depends on the medication. While some medications are best taken on an empty stomach, others are not.

It's vital to maintain proper levels of vitamin D in your system. But what does it mean when your body can't absorb vitamin D and you're vitamin D deficient?

Appliances, computers, cell phones, wi-fi routers, and power lines all emit some form of EMF radiation, leaving you to wonder, are they really all that safe?

The latest health and wellness trend to go viral on TikTok is a sleep aid hack that involves drinking hot lettuce water. It sounds strange, but does it work?

If you have a pet, you already know how much they can improve your mental health. But did you know that having pets can influence your physical health as well?

Have you ever seen someone with two different eye colors? If so, you may have assumed they were just wearing colored contacts, but that may not be the case.

Stingrays are beautiful animals that glide on the ocean floor. These fish are normally docile around humans but will defend themselves when threatened.

Alternate-day fasting is a type of intermittent fasting that involves alternating between 24-hour periods of fasting and regular eating. But is it safe?

Taking time out of your day to go lie still in a narrow tube and listen to loud and jarring noises, is probably not your idea of a good time.

What happens when the sun goes down but our book is just too riveting to put away? Parents tell us reading in the dark is bad for our eyes, but is this true?

Hurry sickness, also called "time urgency," was coined by two cardiologists. While it's not a medical diagnosis, it can greatly affect your life.

Here's a look at some celebrities who've been diagnosed with Lyme disease, as well as a peek into their journeys to finding health and healing.

If you're experiencing ulcers, internal bleeding, or kidney problems after using ibuprofen, you might be allergic to the drug, and should stop immediately.

Looking at a partial solar eclipse without a special filter can cause partial or even full blindness.

Tonsils are one of those body parts often shrouded in mystery and controversy. Are they really necessary? Turns out, they are more important than you think.

We've all experienced restless nights. Health Digest has conducted a survey of 527 Americans to find out their favorite methods of coping when insomnia hits.

Many people know the importance of tracking your heart rate during exercise, but your resting heart rate is a significant indicator of your health too.

You might remember the word "chlorophyll" from your grade school science class, but did you know you could drink it? Here's why people do,