Health Conditions - Health Digest

Melissa Szaro

Beverages That Can Make You Poop Fast (That Aren't Coffee)

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?

Woman getting her blood pressure checked

Beth Bradford

The Polarizing Protein That Can Help Lower Your High Blood Pressure

You might be concerned that too many sardines could cause mercury toxicity, but, actually, this polarizing protein can help lower high blood pressure.

Beth Bradford

When You Take Melatonin Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Blood Pressure

Taking supplements enables people to make up for certain nutritional deficiencies. But certain types, like melatonin, can have unexpected effects on the body.

Nancy Schimelpfening

Avoid Eating Activia Yogurt (And A Few Other Brands) If You Have This Medical Condition

While eating yogurt can provide several health benefits, you way want to avoid this type of Activia yogurt if you have a particular medical condition.

Erin Marie

Binge Watching TV Could Have An Unexpected Effect On Your Pee

Sitting down to watch all the episodes of a TV show might be part of your regular routine. But it could be affecting your pee in strange ways, per research.

woman deciding which pasta she wants to buy

Nancy Schimelpfening

Avoid Eating Pasta If This Is Happening To Your Body

While pasta can be quite enjoyable to eat, you may want to reconsider if you are experiencing this symptom. Some types of pasta may actually make it worse.

Nancy Schimelpfening

The Little-Known Fat That Can Help Lower Your High Blood Pressure

If you have high blood pressure, this can increase your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. Eating this fat can help reduce your blood pressure.

Erin Marie

TikTok Shares 3 Easy Ways To Naturally Lower Your Cortisol Levels (But Do They Work? Here's What We Know)

According to TikTok, there are three convenient ways to reduce your stress hormone levels. But are these cortisol-lowering strategies supported by science?

Over-50 woman having her blood pressure checked

Nancy Schimelpfening

When You Turn 50, This Is What Happens To Your Risk Of High Blood Pressure

As we age, our bodies go through many changes. This is how those changes can affect our risk of developing high blood pressure as we turn 50.

Erin Marie

Sitting In The Sun Has A Little-Known Effect On Your Prostate

A few minutes spent basking in the glow of the sun's rays may leave us feeling happier. But did you know it can also have a positive effect on your prostate?

Mikael Angelo Francisco

Eating This Fruit Can Help You Poop And Lower Cholesterol At The Same Time

When it comes to dealing with constipation, certain foods are regarded as effective remedies. But one food in particular can actually help with cholesterol too.

Erin Marie

Eat This Vegetable To Lower High Cholesterol And High Blood Pressure At The Same Time

Independently, elevated cholesterol and blood pressure levels can cause many problems for your body. This vegetable offers a solution to both, simultaneously.

Nancy Schimelpfening

Anxiety Has A Little-Known Effect On Your High Cholesterol

Stress and anxiety can have a variety of effects on your health, including this little-known effect on your high cholesterol. Here's what to know.

Erin Marie

You Won't Expect This Popular Exercise To Help You Poop (But It Really Works)

Out of all the solutions for constipation, exercising probably isn't a top-of-mind option. But as it turns out, a popular kind of exercise can help you poop.

Jennifer Anandanayagam

Why Ghost Poops Are Actually A Sign Of Good Health

There's nothing particularly spooky about ghost poops, despite how they're making waves on social media. In fact, they may even be indicators of health.

Ariane Lang

Every Type Of Poop Explained

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.

Nancy Schimelpfening

When You Stop Drinking Coffee, This Is What Happens To Your Heart

Anyone who's ever drank too much coffee knows that caffeine can speed up your heartrate. This is what would happen to your heart if you stop drinking coffee.

Beth Bradford

Health Warnings Your Legs Are Trying To Tell You

Your body often gives clues about your health. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms in your legs it could be a warning sign of certain health issues.

Erin Marie

These Brain Parasites Are More Common Than You'd Expect

Parasitic brain infections may be the subject of many a horror flick, but Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says this was his reality back in 2010. How common are they?

Beth Bradford

Avoid Eating Eggs If This Is Happening To Your Body

Eggs are a delicious breakfast favorite. But if you're suffering from this medical condition, you may need to skip your morning sunny-side-up for a bit.

Nancy Schimelpfening

Signs Your Frequent Urination Could Be Cancer

With cancer, early diagnosis is important in ensuring that you have the best possible outcome. Frequent urination could be an early sign of this type of cancer.

woman taking ibuprofen with glass of water

Nancy Schimelpfening

Avoid Taking Ibuprofen If You Have This Allergy

It makes sense if you have a drug allergy to switch to another one that does the same thing. If you're allergic to this, though, you'll want to avoid ibuprofen.

Erin Marie

Say Goodbye To Poop Troubles With A Little Help From This Popular Fruit

If you're having poop troubles due to constipation or irritable bowel disease, this popular fruit may be able to help get things back to normal.

Beth Bradford

Can This Italian Herb Help Lower High Blood Pressure? What Science Says

Do you have high blood pressure? Scientists say that this tasty Italian herb contains minerals and compounds that may be able to help lower blood pressure.