Are you obsessed with hopping in the shower first thing every morning, and you wouldn't dream of missing a day no matter how late you were? Well, congrats, you win the good hygiene badge, but it might surprise you to know you're really not doing your skin any favors.
Read MoreAlthough people use these terms interchangeably, chin-ups and pull-ups target different muscle groups: One engages your upper back and arm muscles while the other activates your back, chest, and shoulder muscles.
Read MoreIf you generally consider yourself a healthy person, getting the occasional headache is just one of life's annoyances — an ailment as common (and as seemingly harmless) as the common cold, indigestion, or a mosquito bite. Except... when it's not.
Read MoreLike millions of other Americans, you likely woke up over these last few mornings feeling a certain level of stress as you checked for election results. While you wait, it's important to tame your stress and channel that energy into something more productive than doomscrolling.
Read MoreDo you feel stressed, tired, and overwhelmed when you think about the election? Do you feel the anxious urge to constantly check your news feed? You're not alone. Election-related angst is so prevalent that experts have given it a name: election stress disorder.
Read MoreWhen we're just children, we're taught to layer up against the cold when going outside in the fall and winter months. In addition to comfort, the idea is that we're better protected against colds and viruses by keeping warm. Why does it work that way?
Read MoreIt's no real surprise that there are actually real health benefits from scalp massages — and you don't even need to leave your house to experience them.
Read MoreEarly on in the pandemic, doctors noticed a symptom among patients with coronavirus: a loss of taste. Until now, they've been unsure why the virus causes this, but new research indicates that cells in the mouth are a key player in both the loss of taste and the growth and spread of the illness.
Read MoreIs it healthy to be eating a minimum of two to three eggs a day? Is it healthy to follow a fad diet even for a short period of time? What happens when the diet is over?
Read MoreMost of us have experienced the odd sensation of burning up with a fever and feeling ice-cold at the same time. It's one of the bodies' paradoxical states that leave us baffled — and usually feeling better after a while. But what's actually going on?
Read MoreThose interested in fitness will probably have noticed that foam rollers are seriously trending. Here's why you should consider using one, too.
Read MoreWhen you hear someone coughing next to you, it's normal to wonder what's causing the cough. Do they have a cold? Are they sick? Are they contagious? But do you ever wonder if something else might actually be the culprit?
Read MoreBefore you swear off bread completely, educate yourself about Ezekiel. Made from sprouted grains with no preservatives, this health store favorite is one of the few loaves that can accurately describe itself as a healthy carbohydrate.
Read MoreWe all know the misery of a bad cold. And never is it worse than at night, when symptoms seem to flare just as you need to get some restful sleep. It's not all in your head (that's just congestion).
Read MoreIf scientists are successful, the phrase, 'There's an app for that!' soon could apply to being able to detect the coronavirus, even in people who show no symptoms.
Read MoreIs work pushing you to your limits? Are you going through a difficult breakup which seems to be getting worse every minute? Or is something else bothering you? Whatever the cause of your stress may be, it's really no surprise that it could be affecting how you sleep.
Read MoreAs any true gym lover will know, the only bad thing about getting sweating is that you then have to wash your hair. Or, maybe not.
Read MoreEven for those lucky early birds who have their morning routines down to a synchronized dance, the tempo can get away from them sometimes, leaving no time to dry their hair — but you'll want to think twice before you leave the house with wet strands on the chillier days.
Read MoreTo lose weight, you're supposed to eat less and exercise more, right? How do you do that when working out causes you to be hungrier?
Read MoreIt may be all too easy to just want to veg out and binge your favorite series after a long day at work. Watching TV before bed may feel like the best way to relax after a stressful day, but there are some negatives to consider before pressing play on the next episode.
Read MoreWhether you're training for your next marathon, or in the first weeks of a couch-to-5k program, one thing you've probably discovered already is that running can be tough on the knees. While running can provide a safe and effective workout, running on a treadmill carries some particular challenges.
Read MoreIt's hard not to think about cherries without thinking about our favorite cherry-inspired desserts, such as cherry pie. But luckily for us, whether we eat cherries alone or smothered in all that extra goodness, there are surprising health benefits hidden within.
Read MoreA new study of grocery workers in Boston, Massachusetts, suggests that grocery store employees are at greater risk of contracting COVID-19. Also, since a majority of those in the study showed no symptoms, these workers could be a significant transmission source of the coronavirus, researchers said.
Read MoreTaking a pregnancy test can feel like a monumental event — and with good reason. There is a lot riding on that little pee stick. And because it's such a big deal, there are a few important things to know, and several common mistakes you will want to try to avoid when taking a pregnancy test.
Read MoreAs you get older, you start to hear more and more about a magical anti-aging ingredient known as retinol. But there's a certain age that you should start integrating it into your skincare regime, and it's earlier than you might think.
Read MoreIn recent years, diet soda has come under scrutiny by the health community. Is it really a beneficial switch to convert from the high calories of sugared soda to the artificially-sweetened option? Or are there hidden harms that come with the diet version, and do they perhaps prevent weight loss?
Read MoreIt's a reasonable question to ask. Are we doing something about our belly fat when running on the treadmill? Happily, that answer is yes.
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