What Is Hay Fever?
You may have heard the term "hay fever," but what does it even mean, and how is it different from allergies? Read on to learn more.
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Why There Isn't A Vaccine For The Common Cold
In a world where vaccines have eliminated diseases such as smallpox and polio, you may wonder why there's no vaccine for the common cold. Read on to find out. -
Does Eating Prunes Really Help With Constipation?
Old wives' tales suggest that prunes can help with regular digestion. Is this true, and what about prunes makes it so? Read on to learn more. -
Is Phantom Limb Syndrome Real?
More than 85% of amputees experience phantom limb sensation within weeks of amputation. Treatment options include meditation, mindfulness, and acupuncture. -
The Real Reason Not Everyone Can Produce Insulin
Insulin is a hormone that enables your body's cells to absorb sugar and use it for energy. The inability to produce insulin could indicate a health condition. -
What Is The Rarest Blood Type?
There are more than 30 blood types currently recognized by the International Society of Blood Transfusions. One is so rare that it was once thought impossible. -
How Late-Night Snacking Is Impacting Your Heart
You may have been told that late-night eating isn't good for you, but is that true? Here's the connection between those midnight snacks and your heart health. -
What Taking Bee Pollen Does To Your Body
Bee pollen, a combination of pollen, honey, enzymes, and other compounds, is touted for its health benefits. So how exactly does bee pollen affect the body? -
The Real Reason Fevers Can Give You Weird Dreams
Dreams are among the greatest scientific mysteries. Even more mysterious, why do fevers give us strange dreams and why are they so different from normal dreams? -
Why Your Blood Sugar Might Be Higher In The Morning
Your blood sugar fluctuates through the day, partly depending on the food you eat. What does it mean when it's high in the morning, hours after your last meal? -
What You Should Eat Before Donating Blood
Before donating blood, eating certain foods will set you up for success. Learn which foods to eat, and which to avoid, before your blood donation. -
What It Really Means When You Get A Headache After Swimming
The summer season has many of us spending lots of time swimming, which may be accompanied by an increase in head pain. What's actually causing these headaches? -
Foods That Can Make Your Cold Sore Worse
If you have a cold sore or feel a flare-up coming on, there are a few foods you may want to avoid. Read on to learn which foods can interfere with healing. -
What We Learned About Elvis Presley's Health After His Death
Elvis Presley's death at age 42 shocked the world, and has been a source of controversy. What have we since learned about the star's health prior to his death? -
How Much Blood Can You Donate?
Donating blood can help people recover from illness, accidents, and natural disasters. First, you'll want to know your blood type and how much you can donate. -
You Should Avoid These Foods If You're Giving Blood
Giving blood can save lives, but can cause side effects like anemia and fatigue. Here's what you should eat before donating blood to help prevent these issues. -
What Happens To Your Body During An Asthma Attack?
When you're having an asthma attack, your airways become swollen and inflamed, resulting in wheezing, chest tightness or pain, and severe shortness of breath. -
The Real Reason You Can't Mix Different Blood Types
You may know that some blood types aren't compatible with each other for blood transfusions, but why is this? Learn why you can't mix certain blood types. -
What Is E. Coli?
There are hundreds of strains of E. coli. The one that usually comes to mind when this bacteria is mentioned is the one that makes you sick. So what is E. coli? -
Montel Williams' History With Multiple Sclerosis Explained
Williams is an outspoken advocate for multiple sclerosis research and understanding, after experiencing life-changing symptoms. -
Does The Heat Affect Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure tends to be lower in the summer. In the winter, blood vessels can narrow in response to the cold, creating more pressure. -
Can You Become Lactose Intolerant Later In Life?
Because most people do not notice any serious symptoms of primary lactose intolerance until they are an adult, they think they have recently developed it. -
A Surprising Vitamin Might Reduce Colon Cancer Risk
New research from the University of California San Diego points to one small lifestyle change that may dramatically lower one's risk for colon cancer. -
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. -
New Research Claims This Is The Best Diet For Heart Health
New research has pinpointed one diet in particular that can result in a healthy cardiovascular system. Let's take a look. -
This Is What You Should Do If You Get Infected With E. Coli
E. coli infections from contaminated food affect the intestines and can cause unpleasant gastrointestinal discomfort. What's the best way to treat symptoms? -
Different Types Of Diabetes Explained
While we generally refer to all types as "diabetes," it's important to understand the three major types of diabetes: Type I, Type II, and Gestational diabetes.
