Join us as we take a deep dive into why the elderly are often the target of scams, plus some of the more egregious elderly health products scams we've seen.

Your dentist can tell when you're spinning lies because your mouth and behavior are full of clues -- and not being honest can hurt your oral health.

Inhaling helium can affect the body in more ways than just vocal quality. Rather, there are ways in which doing so can potentially be dangerous to the body.

Science shows that man's best friend comes with a host of physical and mental health benefits for humans.

While there are obvious behaviors pregnant women should avoid doing, here's why you should never get in a hot tub while pregnant.

While maintaining a healthy school meal, lunch guidelines have lowered child obesity rates, and researchers are elaborating on how this was accomplished.

The newest CDC data shows startling increases in sexual violence and trauma in girls, leading to higher rates of feelings of hopelessness and depression.

Success on the keto diet is entirely possible. It's just a matter of avoiding some big mistakes that everyone tends to make when embarking on the plan.

Back pain is a common symptom, and pain localized to the lower right side may be due to a number of issues ranging from mild to serious. Learn more here.

Just because you're pregnant, you don't have to stop moving. This is how you can continue to exercise in a way that's safe for you and your baby.

Norovirus cases are on the rise compared to last year. What's driving the jump in infection numbers and do experts think we should be concerned?

To find out what the recovery process entails following knee replacement surgery, Health Digest spoke with orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Kevin R. Stone.

In cases of postpartum depression, depression symptoms are often more severe and ongoing following childbirth. Luckily, there could be a new potential drug.

Losing just 5% or 10% of your current weight can benefit your health by managing your cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar.

The nail-biting anticipation of the big game is what makes Super Bowl Sunday so pleasurable. However, all of this enjoyment might come at a cost to your heart.

Half of the world's men will start to lose hair by the time they reach 50 years old. But is there any link between male pattern baldness and diet?

There are many different types of exercise balls, each with its own unique properties that make it optimal for working out specific muscles.

Angioedema refers to swelling in the body, often but not always resulting from an allergy. Here's what you should know about this condition.

Research points to certain classes of foods and drinks that you may want to avoid, or at least limit, if you have depression. Here are a few.

Treatments for ADHD include behavioral therapy and medication. But people considering medication should be wary of the side effects, including weight changes.

Crohn's disease can impact a person's mental health and well-being. Let's take a closer look at the association between Crohn's disease and depression.

Intermittent fasting alternates between periods of fasting and eating. While it can offer certain health benefits, there are drawbacks you should be aware of.

Hearing the words "precancerous cells" can understandably set off some alarm bells. But just what are precancerous cells and how serious are they?

A low-sugar diet has long been touted as the key to preventing yeast infections. But, can a low-sugar diet really help prevent yeast infections?

Lipitor is a medication used to help manage cholesterol levels. Here's what you need to know about how it's used, its dosage, side effects, and more.

Stress and anxiety are similar experiences in some ways, but they aren't the same. Understanding the difference can help you take steps to manage it.

While unpleasant, having a simultaneous headache and nosebleed is not all that uncommon. But is there a reason why you may be experiencing this combo?