There are things you can do to help lower your odds of developing kidney stones, even if you've had them in the past. Here are a few of them.

The words "pulse" and "heart rate" are used in seemingly identical situations, yet some define them differently. But what do they mean, exactly?

Doctors have a number of methods to medically treat Graves' disease, but an important way to manage the symptoms is by eating (and avoiding) certain foods.

Aging brings with it many changes, and for many men, that includes hair loss. But are genetics responsible for male pattern baldness? Let's find out.

Lupus can cause a variety of eye-related complications. Here's what to know and what you have to look out for, as well as when you should see a doctor.

More people than you may think have difficulties when it comes to taking pills. Here's what to do if one gets stuck in your throat and how to prevent it.

The plantar fascia is a ligament under your foot connecting your toes to your heel that can get inflamed with repetitive stress. Kinesiology tape can help.

Before going through chemo, it's important to learn about your options, goals, and potential side effects in order to prepare yourself. Read on to learn more.

If you want to stay healthy, then you need to stay hydrated. You might add a slice of lemon or lime to flavor your water -- but which one is better for you?

Dizziness can be caused by many things including dehydration, ear infections, certain medications, low blood sugar, and anxiety. But what about allergies?

MS is an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the central nervous system. However, there is also an important interplay between MS and stress.

Are you craving bacon? Why is it that our mouths still water for bacon, even though we know there are foods that are better for us? We have the answer.

The idea of increasing neurotransmitters through diet has become a popular one. But can you really increase serotonin and dopamine with food?

While many herbs and spices can help you manage your waistline, certain condiments and sauces that contain these ingredients may actually make you gain weight.

The keto diet has become very popular among dieters, but there is still debate about it among nutritionists. Just how healthy is the keto diet?

In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. Anca Askanase, rheumatologist and Professor of Medicine, to learn more about popular lupus myths.

In the film, "The Invisible Extinction," researchers document the problem of how overprescribing antibiotics can disrupt our microbiome. But how and why?

In some cases, people with Crohn's disease may also experience additional symptoms such as reduced appetite and weight loss. Here's what to look out for.

It is important to treat plantar warts promptly, as they can become painful and might interfere with daily activities. Here's how to identify and treat them.

Many people with GERD notice that they wake up with heartburn. Talk about a rude awakening! So, what causes heartburn in the morning? Let's take a look.

A new study says you might be protected from reinfection with COVID-19 for longer than you think. Here's how this may affect when you get your COVID boosters.

The pandemic has had an impact on our finances. But, officials are acknowledging the gravity of medical debt and are hoping to help with COVID relief funds.

Fluticasone is a commonly used medication for the treatment of asthma and allergy symptoms. Read on to learn more about this drug.

Diabetes is a medical condition in which the body cannot produce or effectively use insulin. It turns out that diabetes might also contribute to hair loss.

The term "wet brain" may sound harmless, however, it's actually very serious. This is what we know about how long you can live with wet brain.

Aside from the everyday things you may be doing to inadvertently cause your neck pain, how you sleep and what you're sleeping on could also be the problem.

The Biden administration is ending the COVID public health emergency on May 11th, which will have far-reaching effects on the health of Americans.