If you could know when you were going to die would you want to? A new study says smartphone data may one day make this a reality. Here's how.

At times, inflammation of the tonsils can occur, making day-to-day living uncomfortable. However, there are a number of reasons why they could be swollen.

The impulse to play the lottery can be quite strong and there's a good reason why. Here's what happens in your body and brain when you play the lottery.

Magic mushrooms may make you think of people taking drugs. However, a new study indicates their active ingredient may help those with hard-to-treat depression.

To find out people's preferred go-to healthy snack, we issued a survey to readers of Health Digest and asked them to select their favorite snack.

Varicose veins are fairly common, and while mostly harmless, they can be unsightly and lead to discomfort and complications. Here's what you should know.

About 37 million Americans have some type of lung disease. What does it mean if there is a burning sensation in your lungs? When is it a symptom of?

Even after giving birth, exercise is incredibly beneficial for a number of reasons. However, some moms may be hesitant to work out while they're breastfeeding.

Eating disorders are common and among the most deadly mental health conditions, but they're often misunderstood. Here are the myths you should stop believing.

Paralympic gold-medalist Susannah Scaroni has overcome physical obstacles to become a champion athlete. She shared advice on how to reach your athletic goals.

Silicones have made their way into the list of possibly unsafe ingredients. But while some want to boycott the chemical, others don't want to give up its perks.

There's a difference between being unable to sleep and not allowing enough time for sleep in your daily schedule -- and how it can impact your depression.

While headphones can enrich the listening experience, music that is too loud or listened to for too long can damage your hearing and might lead to hearing loss.

One thing's certain: Yoga will make you more flexible. Here's some of the best yoga poses for just that reason.

It may not be easy to find relief from pain if it's aggravated by your work. Cannabidiol (CBD) oil can also relieve pain, but does it ease carpal tunnel pain?

Arthritis and sciatica can both cause discomfort and serious pain. Learn more about the similarities and differences between the two conditions.

For those with eczema, keeping the skin stays moisturized is key. You should hydrate right after bathing for best results. But which is better, bath or shower?

Mental health is one aspect of our lives most of us would like to prioritize more. Here's how having a hobby can help boost your efforts.

You may have noticed that tears aren't the only component of crying. Here's why you might find yourself wiping a runny nose along with your face.

If you're a restless sleeper, this article is for you. Read on for some great tips on how to get a better night's sleep.

Many of us may focus on our abdominals, but the obliques are also key core muscles for balance, posture, and movement. Here's how to target them.

Working out has many proven health benefits, but does it matter what time of day you exercise? Learn what working out later in the day can do for your health.

Pain becomes more common as we enter our 40s and new research indicates that it's important to treat chronic pain then rather than waiting. Here's why.

The red, itchy bumps associated with mosquito bites can be obnoxious to deal with. Here are several home remedies for treating those pesky bug bites.

When a patient cannot breathe on their own, they may be put on a ventilator. Here's what you need to know about how these machines work and when they're used.

According to a new study, being in a happy marriage may help you recover more easily after a heart attack. Here's why marital happiness is so important.

Pain can occur in different parts of the body. Health Digest wanted to know the most common type of pain our readers experienced. The answers are unexpected.