Stingrays are beautiful animals that glide on the ocean floor. These fish are normally docile around humans but will defend themselves when threatened.

Soy is a popular option for people with food allergies looking for alternative options. Versatile and high in protein, is it possible that you can eat too much?

Hummus is a Middle Eastern dish that can be found in most grocery stores. But is this dip actually good for you? Here's what you should know.

Alternate-day fasting is a type of intermittent fasting that involves alternating between 24-hour periods of fasting and regular eating. But is it safe?

Bananas are a staple in most kitchens. This fruit is delicious and packed with nutrients. Here's why you should throw some in your next bowl of oatmeal.

Taking time out of your day to go lie still in a narrow tube and listen to loud and jarring noises, is probably not your idea of a good time.

What happens when the sun goes down but our book is just too riveting to put away? Parents tell us reading in the dark is bad for our eyes, but is this true?

There are nine water-soluble vitamins. So how are they different from fat-soluble vitamins, and just how much of these vitamins do our bodies need daily?

Hurry sickness, also called "time urgency," was coined by two cardiologists. While it's not a medical diagnosis, it can greatly affect your life.

Here's a look at some celebrities who've been diagnosed with Lyme disease, as well as a peek into their journeys to finding health and healing.

If you're experiencing ulcers, internal bleeding, or kidney problems after using ibuprofen, you might be allergic to the drug, and should stop immediately.

Looking at a partial solar eclipse without a special filter can cause partial or even full blindness.

The CDC is investigating whether or not reported cases of heart inflammation are linked to mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. Here's what the evidence shows thus far.

Actress Lisa Banes, 65, has died after being struck by a motorbike on the streets New York City. Unable to recover, her cause of death has been confirmed.

Tonsils are one of those body parts often shrouded in mystery and controversy. Are they really necessary? Turns out, they are more important than you think.

Kickboxing, weight training, and consuming calories are all part of actor Noah Centineo's preparation for his next role with The Rock in a Netflix series.

We've all experienced restless nights. Health Digest has conducted a survey of 527 Americans to find out their favorite methods of coping when insomnia hits.

Many people know the importance of tracking your heart rate during exercise, but your resting heart rate is a significant indicator of your health too.

Peloton exploded in popularity in 2020. 33-year-old fitness guru Cody Rigsby has been with Peloton long before the pandemic hit, and not just as an instructor.

You might remember the word "chlorophyll" from your grade school science class, but did you know you could drink it? Here's why people do,

There are many factors that can spike your blood pressure, temporarily or long term. Here's a look at a few sneaky things that could affect your blood pressure.

If you're looking for a recipe to satisfy that Chinese food takeout craving, these ground turkey lettuce cups are definitely the perfect option for you.

Vinegar can cause a chemical burn that creates further damage to skin beyond the DNA damage from a sunburn: Don't do it!

Both CT scans and MRIs are types of medical imaging, but the technology used and reasons for use are different.

Actually, there is no such thing as "waterproof" sunscreen, but some are more water-resistant than others, and all require reapplying every two hours.

Not quite halfway through a Euro 2020 match between Denmark and Finland, 29-year-old pro soccer player Christian Eriksen collapsed without warning.

Face mapping is based on the Chinese medicine concept that the health of your skin is directly related to the health of your organs and other internal systems.