How Diabetes Can Affect Your Bone Health
Diabetes can create many health problems, including heart disease, kidney damage, and nerve damage. It can also affect your bone health. Here's how.
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How Can You Avoid Getting Plantar Warts?
Plantar warts develop on the soles of the feet. While common, they can be uncomfortable, unsightly, and quite persistent. So how can you prevent them? -
Simple Ways To Prevent A Carpal Tunnel Flare-Up
Once carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed, there are several things the patient can do to reduce their risk of symptoms flaring. Here are a few ways to try. -
How Is Your Weight Affected By Your Lupus Diagnosis?
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition. The medications, stress, and symptoms can affect weight. Here's what you need to know. -
How Long Does It Take For You To Get Frostbite?
In cases of frostbite, the tissues underneath our skin (as well as the skin itself) can freeze. The time it takes to freeze varies depending on these factors. -
What To Include In Your Diet If You Have COPD
COPD is a progressive disease that affects the lungs of millions of people worldwide. Here are the best foods to eat if you have COPD. -
3 Foods That Can Help Prevent Prostate Cancer, According To An Oncologist
In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. J. Ben Wilkinson, an oncologist, about steps you can take to reduce your risk of prostate cancer. -
Is There A Genetic Link To Male Pattern Baldness?
Aging brings with it many changes, and for many men, that includes hair loss. But are genetics responsible for male pattern baldness? Let's find out. -
Does Lupus Have Any Effect On Your Eye Health?
Lupus can cause a variety of eye-related complications. Here's what to know and what you have to look out for, as well as when you should see a doctor. -
How To Use Kinesiology Tape For Plantar Fasciitis Pain
The plantar fascia is a ligament under your foot connecting your toes to your heel that can get inflamed with repetitive stress. Kinesiology tape can help. -
What You Need To Do To Prepare Your Body For Chemotherapy
Before going through chemo, it's important to learn about your options, goals, and potential side effects in order to prepare yourself. Read on to learn more. -
Are Allergies Causing You To Feel Dizzy?
Dizziness can be caused by many things including dehydration, ear infections, certain medications, low blood sugar, and anxiety. But what about allergies? -
A Rheumatologist Debunks Myths About Lupus Diagnosis
In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. Anca Askanase, rheumatologist and Professor of Medicine, to learn more about popular lupus myths. -
How Crohn's Disease Can Affect Your Weight
In some cases, people with Crohn's disease may also experience additional symptoms such as reduced appetite and weight loss. Here's what to look out for. -
What Are Plantar Warts And How Do You Treat Them?
It is important to treat plantar warts promptly, as they can become painful and might interfere with daily activities. Here's how to identify and treat them. -
What Is Causing You To Wake Up With Heartburn?
Many people with GERD notice that they wake up with heartburn. Talk about a rude awakening! So, what causes heartburn in the morning? Let's take a look. -
Is There A Link Between Diabetes And Hair Loss?
Diabetes is a medical condition in which the body cannot produce or effectively use insulin. It turns out that diabetes might also contribute to hair loss. -
A Dermatologist Shares 3 Lifestyle Modifications That Can Help Prevent Skin Cancer
In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, author and dermatologist, Dr. David J. Leffell shares three things you can do to prevent skin cancer. -
How Often You Should Really Be Pooping, According To A Gastroenterologist
In an interview with Health Digest, gastroenterologist Dr. Kenneth Brown explains how often you should be pooping and offers tips to help keep you regular. -
Tips For Lowering Your Risk Of Glaucoma
Glaucoma can lead to total vision loss but fortunately, there are lifestyle changes you can make to help lower your risk of developing the condition. -
Study Shows How 20 Minutes Of Exercise A Day Can Keep A Hospital Stay Away
A new study found that just 20 minutes of physical activity each day can decrease your risk of hospitalization for a number of diseases. -
What Is Insulin Resistance And Who Is At Risk?
Your pancreas makes insulin which helps to regulate glucose levels in the blood. When this doesn't happen, however, insulin resistance may be to blame. -
Does Lupus Affect Your Gastrointestinal Health?
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes inflammation and tissue damage and may affect various body parts. But can it also affect your GI tract? -
MLB Champion And Broadcaster Tim McCarver's Cause Of Death Explained
Tim McCarver, the All-Star catcher and famous broadcaster, has died at the age of 81. -
The 4 Stages Of COPD Explained
COPD is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the lungs and makes it difficult for people to breathe. Here are the four stages of COPD. -
Breast Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide
Breast cancer affects both men and women of any ethnic background, at any stage of life. Here's a comprehensive guide to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. -
Are Constipation And Tenesmus Linked?
Experiencing constipation and tenesmus may give off a similar feeling. Therefore, some people may be wondering if the two could be linked together.
