Chia seeds have been referred to as a 'superfood' for years. You can often spot on the menu at every self-dubbed health cafe or on display at your local health store. But what exactly are chia seeds? And, more importantly, what's so great about them? Are chia seeds really that healthy?

When should you make an appointment to see a gynecologist? That can depend on your life circumstances, but there are guidelines you can follow.

While overall, the trials for the AstraZeneca vaccine seemed to indicate that the vaccine will do the job as promised, what troubles health professionals is the fact that the company has yet to share the details on how this data was collected.

In the confusing world of food labeling, there is enough gray area to give anyone a headache. Although the FDA does not generally allow the use of false or misleading claims on food labels, there is still plenty to be confused about. Take the terms 'non-dairy' and 'dairy-free,' for example.

We all hit a slump at around 2 p.m. in the mid-afternoon. Whether it's a lack of sleep, eating the wrong breakfast, or due to some other biological factors, this is why your energy probably drops mid-afternoon. Don't worry: there are ways to solve the afternoon slump.

As two potential COVID-19 vaccines show promising results, health officials say there's another hurdle to their two-dose process: The side effects might be so unpleasant after the first dose that people might not want the second one. Here's what you could expect.

Subway sandwiches can be a healthy option if you know how to choose wisely. It turns out, Subway's lowest calorie sandwich is not meat-based at all, but actually contains some veggies on a nice wheat sub. Learn more about Subway's low-calorie options.

While grinding your teeth might seem harmless, it can actually damage your teeth and lead to a number of uncomfortable and even painful symptoms.

Better known today as somewhat of an action hero after his leading role in Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, John Krasinski's impressive acting skills aren't the only thing that has people talking — it's his workouts! This is John Krasinski's workout routine that totally transformed his body.

Matcha tea has drastically grown in popularity in recent years and for good reason. Whether it's in tea or latte form, drinking matcha can have significant health benefits.

Green juice has been a health food trend for years but is it really as healthy as you think? Green juice may actually not be as healthy as you think, as it is lacking the fiber that fruits naturally have. Instead, consider how much sugar and protein are in your green juice.

Menopause has many unpleasant symptoms, and hot flashes are among the worst. The creeping feeling of your body heating up is disconcerting, and can make even the most modest woman start to shed layers.

As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, these are the places you're most likely to catch COVID-19.

Heads up — not only are we dealing with a spike in the number of coronavirus cases, but we also appear to be headed for the next wave of wacky 'cures' that don't really work. Next up on deck — but with a high probability of striking out — is the latest non-miracle non-cure: mouthwash.

The co-founder of the Ice Bucket Challenge — the viral fundraiser that swept social media in 2014 — died Sunday, November 22, at the age of 37.

Everything we do, especially exercise, demands energy from something, but that energy can come from oxygen — or stores in the body such as carbs, fat, and protein. What's the real difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

Your cold symptoms are finally gone, and it appears the time has come to re-enter society as the healthy human you are. But before you dive in, press pause on those plans to resume daily life and consider others around you.

Lately, intermittent fasting has become the trend to try. That's the eating program that calls for limiting food intake to a set window of the day, usually four to eight hours long. But a new version of fasting is on the rise, and it has some people concerned.

The two potential COVID-19 vaccines that Moderna and the team of Pfizer and BioNTech have developed each will require two doses. But that's not unusual, say infectious disease specialists. Rather, it's how a vaccine becomes most effective.

Drinking chamomile tea before bed can help you sleep. According to scientists, drinking chamomile tea has been found to aid in reducing systemic inflammation, promoting digestive health, helping control blood sugar levels, and of course, helping you sleep at night.

Which is better for you in the long run: running or walking? Walking can be just as beneficial as running, depending on what your fitness goals are and your personal preferences. Here's what to know about the benefits of walking and the advantages of running so you can choose a workout for you.

You may have had symptoms that made you think you've already had COVID-19, but short of a screening or antibody test, is there any way to tell if you've had the virus? According to doctors, there is one sign that could mean you've already been infected with COVID-19.

Many of us prefer to have a photograph taken of a particular side of our face, but is there any science to back up one side of the face being more attractive than the other? It turns out, humans actually do perceive one side of the face as better looking than the other and here is why.

Is there a certain time of day when you should stop eating? Studies suggest that when you eat very late at night, you not only take in more calories, but you also can ruin the quality of your sleep. Here is when you should quit eating each day for a more healthy lifestyle.

Have you ever noticed that your teeth hurt when you eat sweets? If cookies, cakes, and other sweets cause you pain, that's not really a sweet tooth — it's tooth sensitivity. Here's what you need to know about both preventing and treating tooth pain.

Achieving a work-life balance takes constant adjustment. Even when people stay home because of a worldwide pandemic, making telecommuting a more acceptable option, we feel pressure to work. Here is why a bad work-life balance is riskier than you think.

Have you ever found yourself at a KFC, wondering what you can possibly eat that won't trash your diet and could actually be low calories? The lowest calorie menu item you can order at KFC is actually filling and won't set you back for the day on protein or fat.