The many uses for coconut oil have been the buzz for years now. But along with the health benefits, there is also a downside you might not be aware of.

Donating blood is a necessary and generous act that can save lives. Only 3% of Americans give blood annually, so what makes someone ineligible to donate blood?

Salt often gets a bad rap from a health standpoint, but it's an essential part of your diet. Eating the right amount of salt has a variety of health benefits.

While Lyme disease is commonly known to be contracted by tick bites, there are other health-related conditions that these tiny bugs are responsible for.

We encourage you to do whatever it is that helps you enjoy your workouts, but you may want to rethink using your headphones while working up a sweat at the gym.

While coffee has long been known to boast many health benefits, can it really keep your liver healthy?

Papaya is a fruit known for its many health benefits. Some science even suggests that papaya seeds may help remove parasites from the body.

Vaccine hesitancy is one hurdle stopping the United States from reaching COVID-19 vaccination goals: People worry about side effects and lack of FDA approval.

Someone can be contagious from one to two days before they develop a rash from chickenpox, until all of their blisters have dried out and formed scabs.

One symptom faced by COVID-19 survivors is nodules (swellings) in the back of their eyes. Also, nearly one-third of long-haulers reported pink or red eyes.

Sleep apnea causes the tissues in your throat to temporarily close or narrow your airway, causing you to stop breathing many times a night.

Situps can strengthen your core, prevent back pain, and increase flexibility in your spine. But doing them without proper form defeats the purpose.

Focus on form, engaging your coare, and not pushing yourself beyond your limits to avoid common issues facing those using exercise balls in their workouts.

If only there were a quick, natural, enjoyable way to relieve cramps. Turns out, there is.

If you roll or fold your faithful pillow in half, consider stopping this habit immediately: It can cut off your air supply and lead to dental problems.

Squinting, eye strain, eye fatigue, and blurry or double vision are signs that you may need new eyeglasses — along with damage to the actual lenses or frames.

Although the keto diet can be a helpful weight loss tool for some people, radically changing the way you eat can cause a number of uncomfortable side effects.

As tattoos become more accepted in the United States, more people are taking the leap and getting inked. But that doesn't mean tattoos come without any risks.

It's a charming party trick, but a rare talent. What's the real reason not everyone can wiggle their ears?

Using mouthwash is a regular ritual for many people, and for good reason. Mouthwash helps prevent bad breath, but that's not the only benefit it has to offer.

If your work at the gym isn't showing expected results, the problem may be your diet. Avoid these foods if you're trying to build muscle.

It's an increasingly popular beauty and medical treatment, but is it risk-free? Learn the surprising side effects of Botox.

Because the exact cause of migraines is not yet known, it can be difficult to treat them. One non-traditional way to reduce the pain is through acupressure.

Recovery is just as important for your body as working out. Here's how to properly recover.

In January 2021, Joshua Bassett's experienced a near-fatal health scare. Here's what he's said about his time in the hospital.

If you've been thinking about training for an ultramarathon, then kudos to you for taking on such an ultimate personal goal. So what is an ultramarathon?

For people dealing with chronic conditions, daily pain medication may be a key part of treatment. But what does it mean when your pain medication stops working?