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Anabolic steroids are often misused or abused, which can be fatal. Both the immediate and long-term side effects can wreak havoc on your health.

Eating plays a huge role in how we feel -- and not just in regards to digestion. So what happens when our gut isn't happy, and how can we help make it better?

Registered dietitian and TikTok star Stephanie Grasso explained how to read nutrition labels and why it will give you a better idea of how you're eating.

Melissa Claire Egan and writer Josh Griffith of "The Young and the Restless" discuss the effect of mental health representation in an exclusive interview.

Shingles is an inconvenient and painful condition. But new research shows that shingles may increase a person's risk for other long-lasting complications, too.

As newer studies examine cardiac procedures, specific differences in recovery processes and re-admittance in patients point to race as a potential cause.

Without donors, people in need of blood are in trouble. A long overdue change in policy may open doors for more donors, aligning with science, not orientation.

There's a lot of information in sewage that you'd never expect. Learn how testing sewage can help health officials to target and mitigate outbreaks of polio.

Alternative milk seems to be all the rage these days. With a plethora of types and brands to choose from, we set out to know which is the most popular.

Carpal tunnel syndrome can come with plenty of aches and pains. But new research suggests there may soon be a new, low-cost, minimally-invasive way to treat it.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Titania Jordan, Chief Parenting Officer at Bark Technologies shares how social media impacts teen mental health.

A plant-based diet benefits blood pressure, heart health, and weight loss. As it turns out, it may also be linked with a decrease in colorectal cancer in men.

Registered dietitian and TikTok star Stephanie Grasso shared her top tips for a well-balanced diet and a healthy relationship with food.

WHO has officially approved a new name for monkeypox. In fact, the global health agency was quick to explain the reasoning behind the alteration.

Cold sores can be unpleasant but luckily there are many products available to help bring relief. Here is the most popular cold sore remedy amongst our readers.

Want to help someone who knows they need and want better sleep this season? Here's a list of gift ideas for that sleep-deprived person in your life.

The latest COVID-19 variant of concern is XBB, and the number of cases is on the rise. Here's what you need to know and how it compares to other strains.

Climate change affects many different aspects of life, potentially including your health. Discover how experts say climate change may impact your lung health.

Plant food is generally considered a very healthy aspect of our diets. Now new research is highlighting its ability to potentially fight cognitive decline.

Many people have a few spare COVID-19 tests lying around, but some might be expired. Here's how to find out if your expired tests can still be used.

To find out which over-the-counter immune system support supplement is most preferred by readers of Health Digest, we conducted an exclusive survey.

"Star Trek's" Jonathan Frakes' brother died at 41 of pancreatic cancer. Now he wants you to ask your doctor about the disease.

As we get further from the onset of the pandemic, scientists gather data revealing that initial vaccinations may not afford sufficient protection from dying.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of measles vaccination in children have fallen significantly. Learn why experts say more prevention is needed post-pandemic.

In order to avoid one of the serious risks that come with COVID-19, experts looked into a common drug used by those diagnosed with diabetes.

Air pollution exposure is gaining interest as researchers attempt to understand its impact on us as we age.

On top of living with IBS, you also have to think about the stress that comes with the holiday season. Luckily, there are tips that could help manage symptoms.