While in the shower, whether at home or visiting a friend, we may reach for the bar of soap. However, you may want to think twice before sharing soap bars.

To help you narrow your options to some of the best possible picks at Subway, we've put together this list of healthier choices you can make on your next trip.

To find out which electrolyte drink brand people prefer most, we asked Health Digest readers to vote for their go-to beverage out of five answer options.

If you're diagnosed with hypertension, there's a lot you can do at home to control the blood pressure -- primarily by adopting a healthier lifestyle.

Mom was right all along when she said gargling with salt water can help a sore throat. And the old home remedy comes along with many more health benefits.

With dental care, the focus tends to be on the teeth themselves -- but your gums shouldn't be overlooked. Here's what swelling around one tooth may mean.

Not all skin types react to beauty treatments the same way. There may be a difference in how a person's skin color interacts with certain treatments.

Eczema can be treated with various over-the-counter and prescription medications. Here's what to look for -- and avoid -- to solve your itchy skin woes.

A new study suggests a link between the consumption of a popular red food colorant, known as Allura Red AC -- or Red 40 -- and increased risk of gut disorders.

After contracting COVID, the body seems to become immune to the virus for a time. How is the severity of infection affected by previous infections or vaccines?

Losing your sense of smell can be scary, and it comes with a host of side effects.

If you have severe hypertension, you'll want to pay attention to what you eat and drink. Here's what a new study says about coffee and your blood pressure.

Running, walking, swimming, biking, or hiking? In an exclusive survey, Health Digest readers shared their favorite way to exercise in the great outdoors.

Just how effective are Vital Proteins supplements, and what exactly can they do for you? Here's what you can and can't expect if you start taking them.

COPD is a common chronic lung disease that develops due to an accumulation of exposure to toxins. Myths abound about the disease, and we're here to dispel them.

There may be risks associated with using a condom, including an allergic reaction to latex. However, some wonder if cancer could be among the risks.

Various types of water are becoming more popular than others. One example is alkaline water. But is it really all that special, and what are the benefits?

Reading glasses typically become necessary as we age. But given the cost of prescription lenses, you may wonder if there's any harm in OTC drugstore glasses.

There are a number of theories as to the best way to lose weight, ranging from the best form of exercise to even what temperature is best to exercise in.

Although COVID-19 cases appeared to be declining for a period of time, they seem to be increasing now. The new wave in China is concerning experts in America.

On Dec. 15, the CDC announced that they extended BMI growth charts for children and teens ages 2 through 19 to include higher BMI percentiles. Learn more here.

Have you ever heard of Ménière's disease? Well, it's a thing. And we've got the symptoms, causes, and common treatments right here.

Curious about plastic surgery but concerned about the risks? Here are some of the most common and surprising side effects to take into consideration.

Children's cold medicines are flying off the shelves. If you're unable to find brand-name medications at your local drug store, here's what you can use instead.

Anesthesia is one of the most commonly used treatments in today's surgeries, but many people don't know what really happens to their bodies when they go under.

In vitro fertilization, often called IVF, is a series of procedures that helps people who have difficulties getting pregnant. Here's what else you should know.

The decision to undergo plastic surgery is personal. And as part of that choice, it's important to be aware of its possible risks and complications.