Health Conditions - Health Digest

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Lauren Cahn

The Real Reason Your Fingernails Are Turning Yellow

It's fun to paint our nails different colors, but it doesn't look so great when the nails themselves begin to turn yellow. What does it mean when this happens?

Meredith Cooper

Val Kilmer's History With Cancer Explained

After starring as Iceman in "Top Gun," Doc Holliday in "Tombstone," and the Dark Knight himself in "Batman Forever," Val. Kilmer was diagnosed with cancer.

Ginny Smith

Everything You Need To Know Before Getting An Insulin Pump

Chances are you know someone who has diabetes, or you have diabetes yourself. Here's everything you need to know before getting an insulin pump.

Ruth Clark

You Can Reduce Migraines With This One Change To Your Diet

If you've ever had a migraine, you know that they can be debilitating. While the condition has no cure, one dietary change may help reduce your migraines.

Catherine Caruso

Is There A Cure For Hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C can become a lifelong infection and lead to serious health problems. Is there a way to treat the condition and prevent complications?

A. Sooter

Here's How You Can Prevent Salmonella

Salmonella is one of the most common kinds of food poisoning. It presents with diarrhea that lasts between four and seven days. So how should you avoid it?

Catherine Caruso

Is It Possible To Be Allergic To Water?

Water makes up 60% of the human body and helps it perform its most basic and vital functions. But is it possible to be allergic to water? The answer is yes.

Michelle Washmuth

The Real Reason Your Foot Falls Asleep

Sometimes paresthesia is just the result of not moving enough, or that your workstation isn't ergonomic, but it can also indicate neurological problems.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

The Connection Between Lack Of Sunlight And Belly Fat

Wintertime celebrations may help us pack on pounds, but they're not the only source of weight gain. Learn how a lack of sunlight affects belly fat.

Catherine Caruso

Can You Be Vegan With A Nut Allergy?

Seeds, soy products, and coconut are a few sources of protein that people can eat on a nut-free vegan diet.

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Catherine Caruso

Do Iron Supplements Cause Constipation?

Many people who are iron deficient take supplements to get enough of this mineral our body needs. But do iron supplements cause constipation?

Kimberly Smith

Brandi Glanville's Psoriasis Diagnosis Explained

"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Brandi Glanville was originally diagnosed with psoriasis when she was a young girl, but it was not too troubling then.

Ruth Clark

Which State Had The Most Deaths From Diabetes In 2021?

Diabetes is a condition that can pose health risks and higher mortality risks if gone untreated. Here are the states with the highest prevalence.

Meredith Cooper

7 Foods To Eat And 7 To Avoid When You Have Crohn's Disease

While diet can help with Crohn's disease, finding the right combination of foods can be tricky. Here's a good place to start.

Brynna Standen

Study Finds Gel Manicures Can Harm More Than Just Your Nails

Gel manicures are beloved by many as they last much longer than a regular manicure. But it turns out they may also pose a danger to your health.

Amy Boyington

Inflammation Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Understanding why inflammation happens and how to control it can help those prone to inflammation feel relief and avoid further damage.

Anthony Crutcher

Will A Torn Rotator Cuff Heal On Its Own?

A rotator cuff tear occurs when a tendon in the shoulder joint is torn or completely separated. What does treatment look like and can it heal on its own?

Robin Rothstein

Selma Blair's Remission From Multiple Sclerosis Explained

In August 2021, Actress Selma Blair revealed that her "prognosis is great" and she is in remission from multiple sclerosis. Here's what that means.

Lauren Barth

Don't Even Try To Eat These Foods When You're Sick

There are some foods you may only eat when you're sick. Unfortunately, many of your staple sick-day foods are ones you should never try to eat.

Samantha Boesch

Celebrities You Didn't Know Had Diabetes

From the everyday person to the rich and famous, many are currently living with diabetes. Here's a look at some celebrities you didn't know had the condition.

Kimberly Smith

Can You Have High Blood Sugar Without Having Diabetes?

High blood sugar and diabetes might sound like the same thing, but they are different conditions.

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Heather Collins

Atrial Fibrillation Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Have you ever wondered what exactly is atrial fibrillation? If so, we've got some answers for you.

Doctor in a white coat "holding" a liver

Meredith Cooper

Warning Signs From Your Liver That You Shouldn't Ignore

The liver is one of the hardest working parts of your body, so damage to the organ is a serious matter. Read on to learn what warning signs to look out for.

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Amy Boyington

8 Foods To Eat And 8 To Avoid When You Have Hypothyroidism

If you have hypothyroidism, what you eat really matters. Here's a look at some foods to avoid, plus some to add to your diet.

Lisa Pawlak

7 Foods To Eat And 7 To Avoid When Going Through Chemotherapy

When undergoing chemotherapy, it's important that your nutrition supports healing and helps keep your body strong. Here are some foods to eat and avoid.

Anne Taylor

Conditions That Are Commonly Mistaken For Carpal Tunnel

Because carpal tunnel syndrome is a relatively common condition, many people with pain in their hands and wrists may think they have it.

Anne Taylor

What It Really Means When You Feel Weak On One Side Of Your Body

This symptom shouldn't be ignored.