Health

While ab-focused workouts are a great way to strengthen your core, the truth is, the popular expression that abs are made in the kitchen, has some truth to it.

Coaches and physical therapists often recommend ice baths to help athletes recover and improve their performance — but are they safe and do they actually work?

While it might not look like much is going on, the slow movements of tai chi provide incredible health benefits for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Most of us have heard of the magic of Invisalign, but veneers aren't quite as mainstream. Here's a look at what really happens to your teeth when you get them.

It's important to wash your face every day, but bar soap might not be the best option. That's because bar soap can be harsh and abrasive on your skin.

Rashes are typically written off as irritating, but not serious. However, dermatologists say it could be a sign of something worrisome.

While piercings can be a fun way to express yourself, keep in mind it is an open wound that can take up to several weeks to completely heal.

'Pink noise' might sound like something made up to sell sleep aids, but it's actually a pattern of sound as old as rainfall and the human heartbeat.

High in nutrients and fiber and low in calories, cucumbers are a great addition to your diet. They may also help with weight loss and manage diabetes.

If the mere sight of blood makes you dizzy and light-headed to the point of passing out, you're not alone.

Happiness, as it turns out, is actually more of a learned behavior.

It's easily the biggest decision of your life — whether or not to have a baby. Then, following closely in second place is the question of when.

From lotions to sprays, self-tanners have been around for decades. While they may be safer than direct sunlight, there are side effects you should know about.

Losing your voice is strange and inconvenient. Here's why it happens and how to get your vocal cords back to normal.

Doctors and herbalists alike confess the power found in the deep purple elderberry. Can it be taken safely every day?

Whether it's from you or someone else, foot odor can be an embarrassing problem. Have you ever wondered what's going on down there that's causing such a stench?

The idea that you need to get thinner for summer is unnecessary and even dangerous. Here's why there's no such thing as a 'summer body.'

Home waxing cuts down on hair removal costs and the results often last longer than a shave, but experts agree that you're better off going to a professional.

Some of your favorite celebrities have been involved in some seriously terrifying accidents only to walk away and tell their harrowing tale. Here's a look.

One study found that women have almost 50% more cells and neurons than men in their olfactory bulb — the center of the brain that controls the sense of smell.

Would you consider yourself average height? Women's average height varies around the world, but knowing your height can help guide medical recommendations.

Unless your towel is actually dirty (with body fluids like blood), it's fine to reuse it for up to three days before washing it.

Fatty fish are the easiest and most accessible source of Omega-3 fatty acids, but there are vegan options too, including nuts and seeds.

For full FDA approval, manufacturers must complete lab research, pre-clinical testing and human clinical trials. But none of the manufacturers have yet applied.

Too much time spent in the sun and now you're sunburnt. While it's tempting to pick at flaking skin, dermatologists are united in their message: don't do it.

Many of us like to play around with different hair styles. Enter the straightener, curling iron, and blow dryer. But are they actually good for our hair?

Crying is a healthy and normal human function. However, frequent crying may be a possible indicator of a mental health condition, and there is help available.