Study Shines Light On Why People Use CBD
A new study of cannabidiol (or CBD) use among online users shines light on just what conditions send people searching for CBD as a home remedy.
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Babies Are Getting An Alarming Amount Of Microplastics From Bottles
When taking care of a baby, you do everything possible to ensure good health. -
If You Have A Peloton Exercise Bike, You'll Want To Read This
If you were ahead of the curve on what The New York Times called the Peloton panic-buying trend, or if you bought one secondhand, it's time to take a good look at your clip-in pedals — they may be subject to a recall. -
Are The Risks Of Schools Staying Closed Higher Than Schools Opening Up?
As COVID rates spike in many parts of the nation, school systems continue transitioning from online back to in-person learning. While this action may, at first, seem pretty questionable, upon reflection, the issue is far more complicated. -
Face Masks Are Helping People Manage Their Anxiety. Here's Why
Take people who have social anxiety, which is the fear of being judged negatively by other people. A Polish study of how wearing face masks impacted individuals with this disorder revealed that the use of these simple cloth coverings reduced their anxiety levels. -
The Important Benefit Being Social Has On Older Adults
Science has shown, time and again, that what really benefits older adults (and younger ones, too) is maintaining some sort of social connection. As it turns out, staying social can have a benefit you never knew about. -
The Seasonal Fruit You're Not Eating But Should
Advice from the medical community has long told us that, for our best health, we should eat a colorful diet. There's one fruit that fits that bill and is packed full of nutritional goodness that you may be missing — and it's in season right now. -
This Is What You Need In Your Medicine Cabinet Before Winter
With cold and flu season approaching, it's a good time to restock your home medicine cabinet with pain relievers, cough medicines, and cold aids to avoid running low when you're not feeling well, medical experts say. -
The Percentage Of Americans Dealing With Anxiety Right Now Is Higher Than You Think
If the chaotic state of existence otherwise known as '2020' is stressing you out, you're certainly not alone. In fact, one in three Americans is experiencing anxiety, and a total of 40 percent of the U.S. population has suffered from mental health struggles. -
The FDA Just Changed Its Guidelines On NSAIDs And Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a real headache, all right — quite literally, since headaches, as well as other bodily aches and pains, are a symptom experienced by many expectant moms. Unfortunately, you can't always cure said headache just by reaching for your trusty bottle of ibuprofen. -
The Surprising Connection Between Elections And Heart Attacks
Well, you might not be too thrilled to hear it, but if you've come to dread election season, medical science has found some hard facts to back up your fears. It seems that the more stressed out the election is making you feel, the more danger you're in of suffering dangerous health consequences. -
Read This If You've Recently Bought Cottonelle Wipes
If you've purchased any disposable wipes, particularly the flushable kind, you'll want to check your cabinets right away. -
How Restrictive Reproductive Health Policies Can Impact Babies' Health
A study showed that women receive better health care in states classified as 'less restrictive' regarding reproductive healthcare access, and that those women gave birth to healthier babies who were likely to be at a lower risk of complications such as breathing difficulties and infection. -
A Surprising Benefit Of Having Acupuncture Before Surgery
Even if you're not fond of needles, trying acupuncture before surgery can significantly reduce your pain afterward, according to a new study presented before the American Society of Anesthesiologists in Chicago, Illinois. -
The Real Reason Your Allergies Are So Much Worse This Fall
We can point a finger at the coronavirus for a lot of changes in our daily lives. But if your eyes have felt inflamed for weeks and you're more congested than usual this fall, climate change is the real culprit, allergy specialists say. -
The Real Reason You Should Drink More Water As You Age
While you may not need to drink eight glasses of plain water every day, you do know (well, you should know!) the importance of staying well-hydrated. -
How Your Quarantine Hobby May Be Benefiting Your Health
What was the quarantine hobby that helped get you through the darkest of days when it seemed like we'd never get outside our own four walls again? -
This Is How Much More Alcohol Americans Are Drinking During The Pandemic
American adults are drinking more during the coronavirus pandemic, with women and people ages 30 to 59, in particular, consuming more alcoholic beverages. -
Why Women Are More Likely To Die In The Hospital After A Heart Attack
Dying because of a heart attack is much less common than it used to be in the 1970s and 1980s. ut according to a recent report, of the people who do die from this condition, a disproportionate number are women. -
Why You Should Add Breadfruit To Your Diet
Packed with vitamin C, potassium, iron, and calcium, a little over 6 ounces of cooked breadfruit meets almost 57 percent of daily fiber requirements. -
The Unexpected Workout Everyone's Trying During Quarantine
If you want to exercise outdoors but still maintain a socially safe distance because of COVID-19, get ready to roll. More people are strapping on in-line skates and roller skates long thought to be a tired fad of decades past. -
What You Need To Know About The Thyroid Medication Recall
If you are taking a type of thyroid medication called NP Thyroid, made by Acella Pharmaceutical, you need to be aware that the manufacturer is recalling one lot each of both the 15 mg and 120 mg versions of this drug. -
The Unexpected Effect Poor Sleeping Habits Can Have On Your Health
If your bed has morphed into your part-time office as a result of the pandemic, it may be time to relocate to a quiet corner — turns out, good sleep hygiene is a must for keeping our weight in check. -
Certain 'Quit Smoking' Apps Work Better Than Others. Here's Why
There are apps that can address a number of issues, including helping you with your mental health or your weight loss goals — and even assisting you to kick the smoking habit. Some of these, though, work better than others. Why is that? -
More People Are Having Cracked Teeth Right Now: Here's Why
Now we bring you joyous news: you can add to the already lengthy list of things you never thought to worry about before this year the fact that, according to one New York dentist, the pandemic has been seriously detrimental to our teeth. -
The Hidden Cost Of Coronavirus-Related School Closing
New research found that primary school students experienced mental health issues after schools shut down due to the pandemic. -
There Are Mental Health Benefits To Kids Keeping Cameras Off In Zoom Classes
Back to school, this year, was an easier trip for some kids, since all they had to do was shuffle a few steps to their computer. As classes resume via Zoom, there are numerous benefits. There are, however, certain concerns students are now having to deal with that may impact their mental health.
