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The Bad Cowboy Hygiene Habit That Fueled Disease — And Led To Public Bans

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

While cowboys weren't exactly known to be paragons of proper hygiene, they exhibited a particularly gross behavior that had serious health-related implications.

Not Boomers: This Generation Is Considered The 'Most Stressed'

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

It makes sense to think that baby boomers would have the most to worry about. However, research indicates that this generation is actually the most stressed.

The Most Common Causes Of Death For Royals Throughout History

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

In 2022, Queen Elizabeth II passed away, officially due to "old age." But other causes of death were more prevalent among members of the royal family.

June Squibb Has Smashed Expectations Of What Your 90s Is Supposed To Be

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

June Squibb landed her first leading role at the age of 94, and in recent years, her interviews have revealed how she barely thinks about the prospect of aging.

Taylor Swift Says Her Hair Texture Changed Completely — Science May Explain Why

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Taylor Swift has said that as she became an adult her hair lost its curls, but is that even possible? Science provides an explanation for her texture change.

What Is The Life Expectancy Of Millennials Vs Boomers?

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Ray Byerly) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000

As a millennial, can you expect to have a longer life expectancy than the boomers who came before you? Research provides some compelling insights.

The Overlooked Red Flag Carly Simon Experienced Before Her Parkinson's Diagnosis

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Carly Simon's Parkinson's disease diagnosis wasn't triggered by a dramatic moment. In fact, she overlooked this common red flag due to a recent surgery.

What Is The Lifespan Of Underwear?

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Take a look at your underwear drawer and search for the oldest pair in it. There's a decent chance that what you'll find there is already due for replacement.

The Eating Habit Depression-Era Parents Passed On — And How It Backfired On Boomers

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

The Silent Generation grew up holding on to this belief about food, and passed it down to baby boomers and subsequent generations. But is it really healthy?

5 Underrated Hygiene Habits You're Not Doing Enough

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

We all have hygiene-related routines that cover the basics of cleanliness. However, there are things we neglect to do that should be part of our daily habits.

Julia Roberts' Armpit Hair Launched A Global Hygiene Debate — And We'd Be Ashamed To Have It Today

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

The controversy sparked by the "Notting Hill" star during her 1999 red-carpet appearance remains a point of discussion to this day. But what do experts say?

5 Unspoken Plane Hygiene Rules Flight Attendants Absolutely Can't Stand You Breaking

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

The next time you board a plane, remember these five guidelines for proper plane hygiene. Your flight attendants will (silently) thank you for doing so.

The Diet Rule Taylor Swift Followed Early In Her Career — And Travis Kelce Swears By Too

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Newlyweds Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce agree on many things, including their main diet rule: an approach that can be considered the antithesis of diet culture.

The Dental Hygiene Habit Cowboys Used In The Wild West That Would Disgust People Today

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

While cowboys in the Wild West practiced this dental hygiene habit, it just wouldn't fly today. Dentists say the reasons go beyond the ick factor.

What Fitness Tracker Does Kate Middleton Use?

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000

When Catherine, Princess of Wales, completed the National Three Peaks Challenge in June 2026, she reportedly relied on a wrist device to track her health.

Annette Bening Reveals Her Mom's Two Unexpected Diet Staples At 97 — And It Deserves A Co-Sign

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Annette Bening has shared how her mother, Shirley Bening, is not letting rigid food rules stop her. In fact, her mom enjoys these two diet staples.

Why Bathing Wasn't Considered Good Hygiene For Cowboys In The Wild West

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000

It may be hard to picture now, but the iconic hat-wearing horse riders of the Wild West didn't bathe frequently. However, it's not because of laziness.

Christie Brinkley, 72, Credits This Diet For Her Iconic Look Standing The Test Of Time

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Ray Byerly) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

How does Christie Brinkley take care of her looks at her age? The model and author recently talked about her diet and why it's her ultimate wellness secret.

5 Common Myths About Tick Bites That Put You At Risk

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Cases of tick bites have increased in the United States, and part of the reason may be persistent (and incorrect) beliefs about the pint-sized parasites.

Hygiene Rules For Women In The '50s That Would Leave Gen Z Baffled

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0000

If a Gen Z person were to adopt these hygiene habits of teenage women and housewives from the 1950s, they would most likely be weirded (or even grossed) out.