Are you really fasting if you chew gum throughout the day? Let's take a look.

Pediatricians recommend that schools start no earlier than 8:30AM, but unfortunately most start earlier, resulting in sleep deprivation for many students.

Fluoride, a natural mineral, strengthens tooth enamel, which helps prevent cavities and decay. It will even reverse early tooth decay.

Fatty fish is one of the best dietary sources of omega-3 essential fatty acids, but chicken has nutritional benefits too, when prepared in healthy ways.

Air purifiers can reduce the effect of pollutants, allergens, and toxins in your home. One pulmonologist noted that using them may also benefit heart health.

Drinking ionized water won't provide you with added health benefits, but it may cause negative side effects. Our bodies naturally neutralize our pH levels.

A study of 13 young adults found that sleep-deprived participants were still lagging in mental processing and memory after a week of unrestricted sleep.

Clinical trials found that, in mice with skin or lung disease, an mRNA treatment caused cancer tumors to shrink. The treatment is now in human trials.

The biggest risk that comes with failing to change your water filter is contamination from germs and bacteria, though appearance and taste are also affected.

Although canoeing might feel a little different depending on where you do it, the same muscles in your body will benefit every time.

Watching a 3D movie forces the muscles in each eye to work independently. This can result in eye strain due to fatigue, and for some, disorientation.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, celebrity doctor and heart surgeon, claimed on social media that certain foods can "quiet your stress and anxiety," but is this true?

Collagen intake can have anti-aging effects on the skin, and also improve bone and joint health.

Vagisil is a vaginal wash that markets itself as a cleanser and odor masker, but is it actually good for your body? Read on to find out.

Stabilizer muscles, including the lower back, glutes, and hamstrings, aren't activated with the leg press. You can get more benefit from other movements.

Spider bites are often singular, whereas bed bug bites can be multiple bite marks, usually in a straight line down or across the skin.

While there are some benefits to being born in the warm months, summer babies are more likely to have these health issues.

Many trainers insist that their clients keep their backs as straight as possible. This puts strain on the lower back and increases the risk of injury.

Half of all road-related deaths occur during the late hours of the night. If you have to drive when you're tired, pull over every two hours.

Competitive cheerleading moves include backflips, tall human pyramids, and other acrobatic stunts. These moves require precision and timing.

As you may know, peanuts are loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. The problem is that sometimes, we eat more than just one serving.

One study found that people who wore eye masks and earplugs reported sleeping better and had higher melatonin levels and longer REM sleep.

Most people engage in monophasic sleep — one session per day — but biphasic sleep may be the natural schedule for humans

Before a transfusion, your blood will be tested to make sure the blood you are receiving is compatible, then an IV will transport new blood into your veins.

If you notice that your filling is wearing away from your tooth, get to a dentist, because those gaps can house bacteria that can cause an abscess.

Sulfur is integral to the creation of keratin, amino acids, antioxidants, collagen, and insulin. Most exposure to the element is low-risk.

Beyond the fragrant benefits of essential oils, science has shown that they are effective in boosting sleep quality and minimizing anxiety.