Being thirsty is completely normal. However, being excessively thirsty could be a sign that something is wrong.

Failing to properly care for your contact lenses can lead to serious, and sometimes irreversible, eye problems.

Avoiding sugar has long been thought to be the pinnacle of healthy choices. However, terrible things can happen to your body if you don't eat enough sugar.

Chewing sugar-free gum may help prevent early birth and protect unborn babies, according to a recent study. Here's how.

Here are some of the most popular brands of protein powders ranked worst to best, based on nutrition and the amount of suspicion their ingredient lists inspire.

Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, is a painful condition that affects the joints. Here are the risk factors of the disease to be aware of.

Gallons of distilled water are one of many bottled water choices for consumption on market shelves. But is it really safe to drink distilled water?

Curtsy lunges may be tempting to try since they're a type of lunge that targets the outer thigh. But certain risks come with this movement and here's what they are.

Many people love cooked garlic on their favorite dishes, but is raw garlic better for you? Here's why raw garlic may be better for your health.

We all know that carbonated soda can eventually damage your teeth. Despite having less sugar than soda, is sparkling water also bad for teeth?

Not sure if you should opt for a hormonal or non-hormonal IUD? Interestingly, the differences between the two types come down to more than just hormones.

Physical activity is a critical aspect of healthy aging. Not only can it stave off physical illness, but it can help keep our minds healthy as well. Here's how.

White Claw is a popular adult beverage, also known as a hard seltzer. While it's touted as being better-for-you, we wanted to see how it measured up on sweetness.

In an interview with Health Digest, Dr. Priyanka Wali dishes about her career in medicine and what it's like to co-host a podcast with actor Sean Hayes.

The pandemic may be affecting your memory and researchers are looking at the reasons why. Here's what you need to know if you've experienced memory loss.

A new study reveals a possible connection between childhood trauma and forgoing vaccinations. Experts say greater support is needed to instill trust in health systems.

If you choose to express milk, it's important to know how to safely store breast milk the right way to maintain the highest quality possible.

Although figures from China report relatively low COVID-19 case counts, positive test results among Olympic personnel are coming at rates substantially higher than the local population.

A blood clot forms over your tooth socket after extraction. However, it can become dislodged, resulting in the painful condition known as dry socket.

While hair loss is normal, you may have a medical condition for different types of hair loss. Here's what it really means when your hair loss is patchy.

We associate hangover symptoms with alcohol, but you can also achieve this agonizing combo through exercise. The fitness hangover is real.

There are plenty of helpful remedies for nursing a hangover, but without question, here's the first thing you should do if you wake up with one.

Evaluating your fitness goals and current exercise regimen can help you determine the best cross-training workouts for what you want to achieve.

To ensure your loved one's safe recovery, here are some things you should never do when visiting someone in the hospital.

The pandemic made us embrace DIY, especially dying our hair at home. But here's the ugly truth about what's really in boxed hair dyes.

Muscle strains can occur from a number of activities, such as lifting an object improperly, muscle overuse, or picking up a heavy object.

When it comes to canned meats, it probably comes as no surprise that Spam tops the U.S. market -- but does that necessarily mean it is good for you?