Health

There are many factors that can spike your blood pressure, temporarily or long term. Here's a look at a few sneaky things that could affect your blood pressure.

Vinegar can cause a chemical burn that creates further damage to skin beyond the DNA damage from a sunburn: Don't do it!

Both CT scans and MRIs are types of medical imaging, but the technology used and reasons for use are different.

Actually, there is no such thing as "waterproof" sunscreen, but some are more water-resistant than others, and all require reapplying every two hours.

Face mapping is based on the Chinese medicine concept that the health of your skin is directly related to the health of your organs and other internal systems.

Zinc is a mineral that plays a vital role in your body. Here's why it's important.

Diarrhea and vomiting are common symptoms of food poisoning. So how is it that this illness can cause symptoms unrelated to digestion, like a high fever?

We've all experienced a feeling of drowsiness after a big meal. Here's what's actually happening when you find yourself in a food coma.

Many people use acetaminophen for pain relief, but it's possible to have allergic reactions including hives, itchiness, a rash, wheezing and problems breathing.

Our shower water affects our bodies just as much as the products we use during our daily wash. Here's why your shower water makes a difference.

We love a good tan in the summertime. Maybe you're wanting to try tanning pills as a new way to achieve that summer glow. Before you do, here's the full story.

Despite complaints and investigations around its products and structure, Herbalife has continued to expand for over 40 years.

Researchers continue to look for ways to treat COVID-19. One type of therapy that has been used on other viruses is known as monoclonal antibody treatment.

Beans are among the most common foods consumed throughout the world. Yes, beans are popular! But does eating beans every day lead to potential side effects?

Setting aside the impracticality of sharing a single pair of earbuds, this is an unsanitary practice that you should not engage in anymore. Here's why.

Caffeine content in hot and cold coffee is only marginally different, and most differences are due to brewing technique.

Mosquitoes are extremely irritating bugs. Redness, swelling, and itching are common side effects of a bite. So what happens in your body to cause this reaction?

An ingrown nail can be painful on its own, but left untreated can have some pretty dire consequences. Read on for tips on treating ingrown nails.

Eczema is a group of seven different skin conditions that affect more than 31 million Americans and can come on at any age, usually causing dry, itchy skin.

Most anxiety symptoms, like rapid heart rate, work to help us escape whatever danger triggered our anxious feelings. But what good is nausea when you're afraid?

The reality TV star has chosen to be public about his diagnosis, to show others that a full life is possible, even with a disease like Crohn's.

Is it a protective barrier from the sun, or is makeup actually doing more harm than good? When tanning, there is a specific type of makeup you'll want to use.

Though the effectiveness of facial exercises is not guaranteed, some studies have noted younger-looking skin as a result, and there are no harmful side effects.

If you're considering feeding your child a vegan diet, you may wonder if it's healthy for them. Here's what the experts say.

Your skin, the body's largest organ, is often deemed a window to your overall well-being. Here's what your acne, in particular, is trying to tell you.

It's possible you're just reacting to cold weather when your teeth chatter, but there can be more-serious causes.

If you have a strong emotional reaction to specific sounds, you might be experiencing misophonia.