It is estimated that 50 to 60 percent of women worldwide will experience a lower urinary tract infection (UTI) at some point in their life. So what exactly is this pesky infection and what role can cranberries play in its management?

You may be guilty of this. While at home in bed suffering from a bad cold, you find yourself clinging onto the same crumpled tissue for days like a new-found security blanket. But with all those germs spread onto that tissue from sneezing and coughing, can reusing it keep us from getting well?

Sprouted potatoes are still good to eat, with certain prep and precaution.

If you've ever wondered why your arm hurts after getting a flu shot, look no further. Soreness or pain in the arm and shoulder area is caused by inflammation. Why does this happen?

Perhaps you became aware of 'dry fasting' on social media, where you'll find thousands of slimmed-down influencers singing the praises of this extremely restricted approach to eating, which involves consuming absolutely no food or water for 12 to 20 hours.

Depending on one's goal, it doesn't take long for the keto diet to work.

Though studies have been mixed, some research has shown that an occasional glass of red wine could offer some health benefits.

Many of us don't really feel awake until we get into a nice, hot shower first thing in the morning. But is that the best way to start your day? As it turns out, the germaphobes among us were right — when it comes to your health, showering before bed is actually the best way to go.

New research about the microorganisms that live in our gut could lead to new treatments for conditions related to the immune system.

Actress Rebel Wilson recently shared that the best weight loss tip that she has is one that almost anyone can do: Get outside and walk more.

The daily grind of life can be exhausting, but if you're feeling perpetually tuckered out in the day, there could be more driving your always enervated state.

According to neuroscientists, occasional boredom can increase creativity, job productivity, and task engagement.

Quinoa and rice are both delicious and versatile side dishes, but recently, quinoa has gained more positive attention. Which one is better for you?

These updated guidelines from WHO provide evidence-based public health recommendations for people of all ages on just how much physical activity, including frequency, duration, and intensity, is necessary to yield significant health benefits and decrease major health risks.

You've probably heard that lemon water is an all-purpose panacea. but what will actually happen to your body when you start drinking this beverage every day?

Pop star Lady Gaga is known for her catchy hits, amazing dance skills, and unsurprisingly, her impressive physique. Lady Gaga's favorite way to work out is actually with strength training. To star in touring shape, Lady Gaga focuses her workouts on abs, legs, arms, and glutes.

Chances are, you've at least heard of hot yoga, the super intense practice popularized by Bikram Choudhury in the '70s. But have you heard about hot Pilates? It's a relatively new trend popping up all over the country, leading participants through traditional Pilates exercises in a very hot room.

If you're sick with the cold or flu, you may wonder if it's healthy or even safe to continue working out. It turns out, you should avoid most intense workouts when you're sick, but there are a few exercise options you can try if you have a mild cold.

There's one body part that people aren't washing enough. While you are in your daily shower, it can be really easy to simply forget about this one body part and skip the soap. However, you definitely don't want to skip washing your feet every day — here's why.

Microwave popcorn is one of the most beloved American snacks, but you may want to change your mind about eating so much microwave popcorn. Microwave popcorn may contain harmful chemicals and flavorings, which puts your health at risk if you regularly enjoy the buttery, salty snack food.

Both the paleo and keto diets emphasize increasing 'good fats' and minimizing carbohydrates, while avoiding highly processed foods. But the nuances between the two diets have significant health effects.

Should a man decide he needs to lose a few pounds, it seems like all he needs to do is switch to light beer and boom! All the excess weight magically vanishes. So is life really that unfair?

Waking up with morning breath can be unpleasant, especially if you live with a significant other, but it's actually pretty common. This is because your mouth dries out when you sleep, allowing bacteria to build up and emit a foul-smelling odor.

If you love raisins in your cereal, dried cranberries in your salad, and slices of dried bananas and goji berries tossed on top of a yogurt parfait, you're in luck: New research from Penn State has found that people who snack on dried fruit regularly are healthier than those who don't.

Confining hundreds, sometimes thousands of passengers to one ship and sharing facilities is an ideal way to spread numerous infectious diseases, so when it became clear to the world that COVID-19 infections were not isolated in Wuhan, China, it was a significant area of concern.

Raise your hand if you've ever blamed your parents for anything. Your sweet tooth, poor handwriting, or your dislike of broccoli -- they're all fair game. But what about more serious matters, like health issues? You may have just gotten some of those from your folks too.

The CDC has discovered that COVID-19 began infecting people earlier than previously reported — in the middle of December 2019.