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Among the most common OTC medications, ibuprofen can alleviate discomfort associated with many ills. But people over 50 years should be careful when taking it.

As Ozempic and other drugs used for weight loss increasingly gain popularity with the general public, more celebrities are admitting that they take those, too.

It can be tempting to escape the summer heat by taking a dip in a swimming pool. But before you go for a swim, it's worth knowing about the risks involved.

While consistency is key when it comes to exercise, sometimes, life just makes it hard to stick to a routine. But what happens when you just stop doing cardio?

There are many valid reasons why you may want to consider trying a low-fat diet. But know that reducing your fat intake affects your body in different ways.

Our diet and nutritional intake tends to change as we age, but not always for the better. For instance, some make a few protein-related mistakes in their diets.

For most people, coffee gets the job done when it comes to moving things along, so to speak. But what other beverages can help you conquer constipation?

Our poop can take a variety of shapes and consistencies. According to experts, each of these can reveal quite a bit about our health, so it's worth noting them.

It's all right to look for fitness videos and exercise guides on the internet. But to blindly believe all the health and fitness advice on TikTok? Not so much.

Burnout and laziness may seem like the same thing at first, which is a dangerous assumption. But there are signs indicating that you're experiencing the former.

Skipping breakfast isn't the weirdest thing in the world to do, as many people do it daily. However, this practice can have a host of strange consequences.

There are many reasons why a person may want (or need) to hold their pee. But when you regularly delay your urination, it can have nasty effects on your body.

It's easy to overindulge when it comes to our favorite foods, and peanut butter is no exception. However, there are some shocking warning signs you should know.

While sleep is generally a time to rest and recharge, there are a number of critical medical events that your body may experience while you're off in dreamland.

For many reasons, being tall can be both a blessing and a curse. But having above-average height can also say a lot about your present and future health.

There are plenty of things that your fecal matter can tell you about your health. Certain medical conditions can be diagnosed by swabbing and testing your poop.

Based on a number of factors, there are certain U.S. states where the general population can expect to live longer. We've compiled the top 10, per the CDC.

As it turns out, if you live in the United States, the state where you reside can have an impact on your life expectancy. Many specific factors influence this.

Incorporating peanut butter into your everyday diet can have a slew of health benefits. As it turns out, doing so may also affect your risk of certain diseases.

Having a fear of needles is nothing to be embarrassed about, as it's a common predicament. But there are ways you can fight it during your next doctor's visit.

Celebrities may have a reputation for embodying physical perfection, but quite a few actually have traits outside the norm. Read on to get the scoop.

Getting enough sleep every day has long been associated with numerous health benefits. But what about going to sleep earlier than you normally would?

No one contests the wisdom of packing medication for overseas trips. However, due to specific rules, there are common drugs that are banned in other countries.

Some people believe that the best way to lose weight is to simply avoid eating, even when hungry. But can this actually do your diet more harm than good?

As far as psychoactive drugs go, you can do a lot worse than psilocybin mushrooms in terms of safety. Still, using them can produce some strange side effects.

We'd all like to have consistently healthy bowel movements. However, there are unexpected triggers that can affect how and when we poop, often in bad ways.

Having watery eyes isn't worrisome on its own. But if this starts to happen with increasing frequency whenever you lie down, it may be telling you something.