Health

Letting your mind wander from the task at hand has often been associated with something negative. But could daydreaming actually be good for you?

Practicing different ways of breathing can expand your lung capacity. We'll explain one easy exercise you can do right now to strenghthen your lungs.

There are a number of possible explanations behind the burning sensation you sometimes feel when you poop. Here's what they mean, and how to treat them.

Have you ever experienced a slight tremble or shake in your hands? Dr. Jason Singh expains when you should worry about shaky hands and what you can do about it.

Some people take Advil before they exercise in the hope of avoiding sore muscles after. Is this practice safe? Here's what you need to know.

Timing can be important with certain medications. With this one popular medication, you'll get the best results if you don't take it in the morning.

For most of us, the weekend is a time to let go. But apparently, there are a few things we might be doing come Friday that are actually damaging our bodies.

Seeing your poop as black as coal in the toilet bowl can understandably be quite a shock. Here are some of the non-life-threatening reasons this could happen.

Sometimes, the most unexpected parts of our body can reveal quite a few details about our health. Take the hair, for example, and how it relates to sleep.

According to recent research, the state of your eye health may actually have a connection to your memory and brain health later in life. Here are the details.

Getting enough protein in your diet should definitely be a priority. But if you have joint pain, you might want to avoid a particularly popular protein source.

Most of us have experienced waking up in the middle of the night due to a particularly terrible nightmare. Here are some of the most commonly reported ones.

A viral hack on TikTok promotes the use of a citrus fruit and some common ingredients to stop a persistent cough. But does it really work? Find out here.

Have you ever experienced having watery eyes when you're down with a flu or cold? Here's why this happens, and what you can do to feel better when it does.

Sometimes, we cough after drinking water; there's nothing especially worrisome about this. But if it starts to happen frequently, it's time to look closer.

A lot of changes happen in our bodies as we get older. When we age, our eyes change. Not only our vision, but also the shape. Here's what we know.

When you dream about being lost, what does it say about your current emotional state? Find out what experts say about how you can interpret this kind of dream.

Few people are unfamiliar with the painfully memorable sensation of piping hot food rapidly going down their throats. But how badly can this hurt the body?

If you enjoy binge-watching TV, especially before bedtime, you might want to consider. Here's what research says about how binge-watching affects your lungs.

The basics of weight loss are simple. You burn off more calories than you consume. But, if you're not eating enough calories, this could affect your muscles.

You've probably heard about an altered sense of smell being associated with COVID-19, but did you know it can also come from common medications? We'll explain.

Believe it or not, medical professionals say that there is one day of the week that isn't an ideal option for a doctor's appointment: Monday. Find out why.

The dreams we have during slumber can say a lot about our feelings. Take being chased for example; this could mean you need to face something head on.

Are there actually visible signs on the body that can hint at one's risk of a heart attack? As it turns out, researchers may have found an unexpected sign.

While it's no surprise that the aging process can bring some physical changes, the kinds of changes it can bring may shock you, especially if you're a man.

You'll want to pay attention to any pain you feel when pooping. We'll explain what it might mean about your health and how it can be treated.

Many people claim that our entire life will flash before our eyes when the end is near - a life review of sorts. Can this actually happen and what does it mean?