While many risk factors for stroke are controllable, it turns out that many people who get strokes had risk factors they didn't even know they had.

Eucalyptus oil is full of antimicrobial, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties. These properties help prevent gum disease and ward off unwanted bacteria.

Even though marijuana doesn't have all the same harmful chemicals as tobacco, your lungs can still be at risk. Here is what you should know before you smoke.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new recommendations for breastfeeding that emphasize the benefits and call for more support for nursing parents.

Pro CrossFit athlete Kelsea Hellyar discussed the mental aspects of peak performance and how she keeps herself both mentally and physically ready for her work.

Up to 80% of women in their childbearing years experience fibroids at some point in their lives. Most of the time, they're virtually painless.

A blood sugar crash is when the sugar in your blood — also known as glucose — drops below normal. Glucose is the primary source of energy for the body.

While walking regularly is recommended to improve bone density, there is a way you can hack your body's ability to build new bone.

In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin, which is the hormone responsible for letting blood sugar into the cells.

OB-GYN Dr. Caroline Colin explained how women can have better orgasms and how the soundwave therapy of Cliovana helps with sexual dysfunction.

Surrogacy attorney Evie Jeang shares her experiences with surrogacy and IVF, including what to expect, how to prepare, and what pitfalls to avoid.

It's been known that healthy habits can help reduce age-related problems. Now there's evidence that the way we feel about our age can also make a difference.

It's important to be transparent about your medical history.

Antibiotics, a type of antimicrobial drugs, are medications used to treat bacterial infections. However, taking them too often can cause serious problems.

Temperatures aren't the only thing that's hot about July. July is one of the most popular birth months. Here's what to know about babies born during this month.

There are two kinds of specialists who treat liver diseases. Here is what you should know about the difference between hepatologists and gastroenterologists.

Staying on a low-carb diet means cutting back on high-carb drinks, including alcohol. Fortunately, it doesn't seem like too many cutbacks have to be made.

Even if you've never heard the word "hatha," you've probably seen people doing Hatha Yoga in various ads and websites. Here is what you should know.

Health experts have been trying to determine the effects of COVID-19 on the nervous system and brain. Now new research reveals a connection to these conditions.

COVID-19 was responsible for 415,000 deaths in the US in 2021. However, it turns out that this number could have been even larger if not for vaccines.

Learning how to identify ADHD triggers and their effects on your symptoms can help you thrive, or at least give you a day without any added stress.

Tracking your period may help you work out better.

You probably know that rheumatoid arthritis affects the joints, but it can actually affect other body parts in surprising ways. Read on to learn more.

When a person stresses about physical symptoms to the point that their daily life is disrupted, they may be diagnosed with somatic symptom disorder.

Antihistamines and decongestants are both medications that are used to treat seasonal allergy symptoms, but what's the difference between these two drugs?

Even though bumps don't typically mean anything is wrong, there are times when a lump can be cause for concern. So how can you tell the difference?

Sometimes, armpit irritation occurs because of inflammation in the hair follicles, leading to constant irritation. Here is how you can relieve it.