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What Was Life Expectancy Like On The 19th-Century Prairie?

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

In the 1800s, many people in America made the decision to move westward in the hopes of a better life. But for numerous reasons, this put them at great risk.

Audrey Hepburn's Daily Diet Was More Balanced Than Her Critics Assumed

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Many believe that, like many of her Hollywood contemporaries, Audrey Hepburn had a strict diet. But her son revealed surprising details about her eating habits.

The Cowboy Hygiene Staple From The 1800s That's Making A Big Comeback

staff@healthdigest.com (Angelique H. Caffrey) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0000

Centuries ago, cowboys found multiple hygiene-related uses for this controversial item. Now, it has become popular again for its purported health benefits.

What Melinda French Gates Learned The Hard Way About Her Own Body

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

In a recent interview, Melinda French Gates talked about a health condition she shared with millions of women, drawing attention to pressing issues about it.

Cowboys 'Half Lived' On This Superfood—now Proven To Lower Heart Disease Risk

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Ray Byerly) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000

The denizens of the Wild West were said to be particularly fond of this breakfast staple - a "superfood" that offers more than just heart health benefits.

'It's Better Than Going To The Gym': Pamela Anderson's Go-To Workout Is Delightfully Old-School

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000

According to Pamela Anderson, her favorite form of physical exercise does not involve sweating at the gym or using any of her workout equipment at home.

What Is The Lifespan Of A Toothbrush?

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Ray Byerly) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000

How often do you replace your toothbrush? Experts say that you might be keeping it longer than you should, especially if it's not being stored properly.

What Are Red Flag Signs Of Bad Hygiene?

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Poor hygiene can have significant detrimental effects on a person's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Thus, it's important to spot the signs early on.

Forget Vanity: Carol Burnett At 93 Has A Hilariously Realistic Take On Her Body

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Carol Burnett's attitude toward aging and her body seems to be quite lighthearted. Research suggests that this outlook on life may help people live longer.

The Outdated Boomer Summer Habit Millennials Would Never Do Today

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Ray Byerly) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

If your boomer parents didn't practice this summer habit, are you even a millennial? Luckily, though, millennials have learned from their parents' mistakes.

How Did Little House On The Prairie Star Michael Landon Die? His Family Still Raises Awareness Today

staff@healthdigest.com (Shreya Mali) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Actor Michael Landon passed away in 1991 due to a less-discussed disease that is painful and debilitating. His son Sean described it as an "underdog disease."

Boomers Everywhere Will Remember These Hygiene Products From The '60s

staff@healthdigest.com (Amanda Ray Byerly) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

There are a lot of hygiene products from the 1960s that boomers will remember, but millennials never even knew existed. Come join us on a walk down memory lane.

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.