Health

The scientific survey on the topic of mid-day napping is not conclusive, indicating a need for more robust and specific studies.

The difference between a breakout and skin purging is pretty clear: Skin purging happens in connection with some kind of skin treatment.

Fiber can help regulate your digestive system and stabilize your blood sugar levels, yet most Americans don't eat enough of it.

Have you ever felt like your hair is hurting? We know, it's a weird sensation that can be hard to explain to others

Do you gulp down vitamins each and every morning or evening? While a supplement regimen can be beneficial, issues can arise from taking too many vitamins.

You might crave something salty, sweet, spicy, or savory, but a craving for ice is a bit more unusual. What does it mean?

Dragon fruit is becoming an increasingly popular addition to people's diets in everything from salads, to smoothies, to cocktails.

While there are some treatments to ease headache discomfort, sometimes these are not effective — and there may be a good explanation why.

The condition is known as nocturia, and is more common as people get older but it can affect anyone at any age

How much exercise is enough, and what happens to your heart with daily, deliberate physical activity?

Honey won't kill a cold or heal strep throat. But it can soothe the pain caused by either and shorten healing times because of its anti-inflammatory properties

BMI, short for body mass index, is a tool individuals and health professionals alike use to assess a person's weight status. Here's what else you need to know.

Weight lifting has more health benefits than many women are aware of, including weight loss, improved posture, better sleep, and increased bone density.

There isn't much research to back up weight-loss claims, despite the fact that apple cider vinegar has been touted as a great "detox."

Some simple math can lead you to your daily calorie burn, and then you can determine how many additional calories to burn to maintain your weight or lose some.

What happens if your temperature falls below the normal range?

While beards may pique your interest, there is one downside — the dreaded "beard burn."

Researchers have been looking into the exact ways that alcohol, and specifically wine, can cause headaches.

Ah strawberry legs. Not quite as charming as the thought of strawberry fields. What exactly are they?

While you may think you have plenty of time before you need to worry about losing your hearing, irreversible damage can happen at any age.

The body needs vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to function at its best. So, which vitamins exactly do you need every day? Read on and find out.

Jumping jacks may not be as appealing as a Zumba class, but they're easier to work into a busy schedule, and they burn roughly the same number of calories.

Everyone has oil in their scalp and hair, but if your hair gets greasy less than a day after washing it, your hair type and hygiene habits could be to blame.

Exfoliating can help clear up common skin issues like dryness and breakouts. But here's what happens when you exfoliate too much.

Though it is rare, it is possible to be allergic to the cold. In fact, you might be allergic to cold weather if this happens.

Navigating a road lined with both kisses and COVID-19 is tricky, but there are guidelines that lessen your risk of contracting the virus.

Blood is not usually something you hope or expect to see after wiping your nose, but it's a more common occurrence than you might think.