Have you ever felt the urge to grab a bag of potato chips or popcorn for no good reason? Have you picked the visibly-salted french fries with your fast food meal over alternatives? Salt cravings are not uncommon, so you may be wondering what they really mean.
Read MoreThere are reports that there is a possible outcome of a COVID diagnosis that we all need to be aware of. It's called 'long-haul COVID, which refers to the fact that some sufferers may take many months to recover from their virus symptoms.
Read MoreReady for some good news about the pandemic? Because as it turns out, there actually is such a thing. A study published by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that there was not a heightened risk of COVID-19 infection among childcare workers compared to adults in other lines of work.
Read MoreNutrition experts agree that eating fruits and vegetables daily can significantly improve a person's health. But is it a good idea to eat only salad every day?
Read MoreWomen are generally colder than men, and the hub's insistence on keeping the temperature at an arctic below 70 degrees is grounds for... well, a second glass of wine!
Read MoreIf you've purchased any disposable wipes, particularly the flushable kind, you'll want to check your cabinets right away.
Read MoreA study showed that women receive better health care in states classified as 'less restrictive' regarding reproductive healthcare access, and that those women gave birth to healthier babies who were likely to be at a lower risk of complications such as breathing difficulties and infection.
Read MoreOne of the factors that medical science is taking into account for coronavirus infection is blood type, and they may have discovered a connection, or at least a correlation, between your blood type and your likelihood of becoming infected with COVID.
Read MoreGoing on the keto diet requires a complete rewiring of not only how you eat, but also a reframing of your concept of what the word 'healthy' actually means. Remember the days when you thought of bacon as 'fattening,' and of a yogurt parfait as a wholesome treat? Well, strike that and reverse it.
Read MoreEven if you're not fond of needles, trying acupuncture before surgery can significantly reduce your pain afterward, according to a new study presented before the American Society of Anesthesiologists in Chicago, Illinois.
Read MoreBetween 2007 and 2013, Greek yogurt sales rose sharply, from 1 percent to a whopping 44 percent of the yogurt market. And its popularity has not even started to wane. But is the hype warranted? How does Greek yogurt compare to its old-fashioned cousin, regular yogurt?
Read MoreThere's no question that a grapefruit is a healthy food. A serving of this tart, ruby-fleshed citrus has 4 grams of fiber, only 82 calories, and is overflowing with vitamins C and A, and potassium — not to mention antioxidants galore. So what about the grapefruit diet?
Read MoreAn annual flu vaccine is the best way to reduce your chances of contracting influenza and spreading it to others, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet some people remain nervous about getting the flu shot. Can the flu shot actually give you the flu?
Read MoreNobody looks forward to crying, whether alone or in the presence of someone else. But there are some surprising benefits to letting it all out for both the mind and body.
Read MoreBefore you slip on a new pair of shoes and potentially suffer unpleasant consequences, read up on the ways your favorite footwear may be harming your feet.
Read MoreAh, the joys of being a girl. It all starts with your period, and all of the mood swings, menstrual cramps, and breakouts that can accompany that. Eventually, your journey to womanhood will take you straight to the gynecologist's office — probably by around age 21.
Read MoreAs anyone who's seen 50 Shades of Grey can tell you, a blindfold that masks your sense of sight can go a long way toward heightening anticipation for the evening's activities. Conversely, the opposite approach works best for your sense of smell.
Read MoreDon't save your ab exercises for the end of your workout, says Luke Worthington, a human movement specialist and elite personal trainer. In fact, for the best workout overall, you should activate your abs and core muscles as part of your warmup to prime them for the work ahead.
Read MoreWhen you think of an orange, the first health benefit that probably comes to mind is its high vitamin C content. And while it's true that one medium orange provides about 93 percent of the daily recommended allowance of this important vitamin, that's not their only advantage.
Read MoreAre you left-handed? If so, you are part of a small group of people worldwide. Only approximately 10.6 percent of the population is left-handed. Why are some people left-handed?
Read MoreAdding food scales, measuring cups, and a calorie-tracking app or notebook into your already-packed lunch or dinner plans is seriously cutting into your downtime. But isn't this task necessary to stay at a healthy weight or shed unwanted pounds?
Read MoreWe can point a finger at the coronavirus for a lot of changes in our daily lives. But if your eyes have felt inflamed for weeks and you're more congested than usual this fall, climate change is the real culprit, allergy specialists say.
Read MoreWhether you're active on social media or watch the latest daytime talk shows, chances are you've heard of detox teas. What do they really do to your body?
Read MoreOne factor people tend to base the efficacy of workouts on is the amount they sweat. There are several different reasons to explain why you're sweating so much while exercising.
Read MoreHold the door for someone, and you could grasp some flu germs. That's because the influenza virus can live for up to three days on plastic and stainless steel, two materials we touch daily on doorknobs and door handles, faucets, light switches, and cell phones.
Read MoreFainting, also known as syncope, is when you have a drop in blood flow to the brain, which causes temporary unconsciousness. You might have a medical condition that causes fainting, or you might not know why you fainted in the first place. Here's what really happens when you faint.
Read MoreAfter all the effort that goes into pretty nails, from choosing the perfect color polish to finding the time for a manicure, finding that first chip is irritating. It can also be the cue to start picking off what's left of the polish. That might not be the best idea, though.
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