Health - Health Digest

Michelle Washmuth

When You Eat Too Many Tums, This Is What Happens

Antacids like Tums can be a lifesaver when it comes to indigestion after a heavy meal. While they are typically safe, there is such a thing as taking too many.

Robin Rothstein

You Shouldn't Swim In The Ocean If You Have This

Evidence suggests that mineral-rich salt water may contain a wide range of wound-healing powers. But harmful contaminants can pose a risk to our health.

Kimberly Smith

What Happens To Your Body If You Eat Too Many Potatoes

You may have heard that eating too many potatoes can lead to high blood sugar or high blood pressure. But potatoes can also have a positive effect on your body.

Maria Faller

Taking This Before Bed Could Help Your Under-Eye Circles

Dark circles are a common complaint when it comes to the eyes. There are many underlying causes for under-eye circles. So what can we do to help reduce them?

Michelle Washmuth

The Real Reason Laughing Makes You Cry

A good laugh can sometimes bring us to tears. This strange phenomenon of laughing until you cry is more common than you think. So what's the science behind it?

Ginger root ground into bowl, with whole ginger and slices nearby

Michelle Washmuth

You're Eating Too Much Ginger If This Happens To You

A high dose of ginger is considered 5 grams a day, which can cause stomach discomfort and other side effects.

An assortment of foods rich in vitamin k

Anne Taylor

This Is What Vitamin K Really Does For Your Body

Vitamin K refers to a group of essential vitamins that perform various functions in the body. Here's what you need to know.

Tiffany Nicole

Supplements You Didn't Realize Could Thin Your Blood

Let's take a look at some supplements that have blood-thinning properties. Note: Always ask your doctor before trying out any new supplements.

Jenna Demmer

What Does It Mean When You Can't Burp?

Imagine chugging down a soda but not being able to release all that swallowed air. This is a reality for some people. Not everybody is physically able to burp.

Maria Faller

Here's What You Should Do When You Hit A Workout Plateau

Rest, switching up your routine, and paying attention to nutrition, especially protein intake, can help when you've stopped seeing progress from your workouts.

Catherine Caruso

Why Work Stress Is Even Worse For Your Body Than You Think

Work-related stress can cause insomnia, hyperarousal and a slew of other health issues, including high blood pressure, headaches, and more.

Ketones spelled out with typography blocks

Robin Rothstein

What Happens To Your Body When You're In Ketosis

Ketosis is "a natural metabolic state that occurs when your body doesn't have enough carbs (or glucose) for energy, so it burns fat instead."

continuous glucose monitor on woman's arm

Ziba Redif

Surprising Things That Affect Your Blood Sugar

Changes in blood sugar don't just affect diabetics. Here are a few surprising things that can drive up your blood sugar or make it plummet below normal levels.

Molly Mortimer

This Is What Happens When You Take Too Much CBD

CBD should be used under a doctor's guidance due to some side effects, but for most people, overdosing is unlikely.

Robin Rothstein

Signs You Need To Stop Your Workout Immediately

Pain on one side of your body and excessive fatigue are just two signs that you could be training too much.

a young man noticing he's giving off an unpleasant odor

Agnes Erickson

How Spicy Food Can Change The Way You Smell

If the smell of your post-run sweat seems a little off the day after eating your favorite spicy dish, you may be wondering, can food influence body odor?

Catherine Caruso

Is It Safe To Get Botox While Pregnant?

Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment used to minimize the appearance of wrinkles. Although Botox is relatively safe for most people, there are possible risks.

Ribhu

Can Indoor Plants Actually Affect Your Home's Oxygen?

Plants might be not so effective when it comes to increasing oxygen levels in the house, but they can have a positive impact on your mental health.

Perplexed woman holding birth control pills

Denise Porretto

What Happens If You Take Birth Control While Pregnant

Nonhormonal birth control options pose minimal risks to pregnant women, but the side effects of others can be significant.

Ribhu

Can You Put Sunscreen On A Sunburn?

We can protect our skin from a nasty sunburn by using moisturizers and sunscreens, but are these an effective means of treatment after skin is already burned?

A. Sooter

The Real Benefits Of Rosehip Oil Explained

You may have noticed rosehip oil's sudden popularity in skin care routines, but what are the real benefits of this oil?

Man comparing two different pill bottles

Jenna Demmer

What's The Difference Between Aspirin And Acetaminophen?

Two of the most popular pain medicines are acetaminophen and aspirin. What are the differences between the two, and which one is the best choice for you?

Medical doctor's clipboard and patient's hands

Tiffany Nicole

What Are Heavy Metals In The Body?

Heavy metal poisoning symptoms can include confusion, loss of appetite, jaundice, intestinal bleeding, tremors and seizures.

Molly Mortimer

What It Really Means When Your Hair Starts Thinning

Overprocessing your hair, wearing it too tightly, stress, hormonal changes, and nutrient or immune deficiencies can all contribute to hair loss.

Michelle Washmuth

What Happens To Your Skin When You Shave Every Day

Shaving daily can exfoliate your skin and give you a clean-shaven look, but also create problems including folliculitis.

Erin Marie

Why Kissing Could Be What's Causing Your Breakouts

Did you know that kissing your partner could also be a potential cause of those pesky pimples?

Catherine Caruso

How Drinking Hot Liquids Could Actually Cool You Down

Drinking a hot beverage on a hot day can increase sweating, and cause your body temperature to go down — unless the sweat can't evaporate due to humidity.