3 Heart-Healthy Foods You Can Find On Almost Any Holiday Table, According To A Cardiologist
Heart health is important even during the holidays. Here are three foods to load up on for a happy heart this time of year.
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Can A Handful Of Almonds A Day Keep The Weight Gain Away?
Recent research has studied a possible correlation between eating almonds and appetite regulation. Here's exactly what the research has found. -
What Is The Function Of The Spleen?
Chances are that, when it comes to our major organs, most people know what they're for. But what about the spleen? What role does it play in our health? -
Sutures Versus Stitches: What's The Difference?
Whether you have sutures or stitches, your doctor will provide specific instructions for caring for them. Here's what you should know about the differences. -
Should You Be Wearing Deodorant To Bed?
When do you apply deodorant for best results? Some brands suggest at night, but experts say there are dos and don'ts when it comes to wearing deodorant to bed. -
5 Products That Can Help Ease Pain From Bunions
Bunions are the protruding bony bumps at the base of your toe. In addition to surgery, there are several products that you can try out to relieve bunion pain. -
What Is A Laughing Disorder, And How Can You Treat It?
Laughing disorder, or pseudobulbar affect (PBA), is a medical condition characterized by uncontrolled crying and laughing. Here's what you need to know. -
Bone Spurs Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments
Bone spurs are common, especially among older adults, and many cause no pain or problems. If you have one, here's what you need to know. -
A Cosmetic Surgeon Shares 4 Things You Should Never Do Before Getting Plastic Surgery
It's important to keep your safety in mind when opting for cosmetic surgery. Here are some top tips on how to do that from a plastic surgeon. -
Procedure Versus Surgery: What's The Difference?
Many people are quick to assume that medical procedures automatically refer to surgery. However, procedures and surgery are two different things. -
Health Digest Survey: What Time Do People Typically Wake Up Every Day?
To get a better idea of what time most people get up in the morning, we surveyed participants to share their typical wake-up time out of five answer choices. -
Why Counting Carbs Trumps Counting Calories When Controlling Type 2 Diabetes
People trying to manage type 2 diabetes take note: Calorie counting is out and carbohydrate counting is in, according to a recently published study. -
10 Signs Of Ovarian Cancer You May Be Overlooking
For those with ovarian cancer, early detection of the disease is vital. However, many symptoms might be overlooked. Here's what you should look out for. -
Placenta Previa Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments
Placenta previa is a rare pregnancy condition in which the placenta blocks the cervix partially or totally. Here's what you need to know. -
How Much Screen Time Do People Typically Get Every Day? - Health Digest Survey
To find out how much screen time people indulge in daily, we asked Health Digest readers to report how many hours per day they spend looking at screens. -
What Happens To Your Body When You Have MRSA?
MRSA is a strain of staph bacteria that can work its way into open sores and wounds, causing infection. Here are the ways an MRSA infection affects the body. -
11 Unexpected Symptoms Of Breast Cancer
Finding a lump is one of the most common ways to catch breast cancer early, but there are others, too. Here are some of the unexpected symptoms of the disease. -
American Diabetes Association Releases Stricter Guidelines To Help Improve Disease
The American Diabetes Association's updated standards of care for healthcare practitioners this year are focused on access, prevention, and other concerns. -
A Therapist Debunks The Top Myths About Depression
In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Dr. Guttman dispels some of the most pervasive myths about depression and sets the record straight for good. -
Two Pharmaceutical Companies Have Encouraging News About A Novel Skin Cancer Vaccine
Skin cancer affects more people than any other cancer. New research is leading to a novel treatment that can help. -
TLC's Awake Surgery's Dr. Meegan Gruber On Why She Does Awake Surgical Procedures - Exclusive Interview
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Meegan Gruber explained why she does awake procedures and gave a preview of her new TLC show, "Awake Surgery." -
Unexpected Benefits Of Eating Nightshade Fruits And Vegetables
Nightshades have gotten a bad rap but they boast a number of health perks. Here are some unexpected benefits of eating nightshade fruits and vegetables. -
Agoraphobia Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments
Agoraphobia is a kind of anxiety disorder that can severely impact life quality. Here's everything you need to know about the condition. -
Zyrtec Explained: Usage, Dosage, And Side Effects
Zyrtec is an antihistamine frequently used to treat a number of conditions. Here's what you should know about this over-the-counter drug. -
Things You Should Never Do After Having Your Hip Replaced
If you're planning to have hip replacement surgery, here are some things you should avoid afterward to hasten your recovery. -
Is It Possible To Be 100% Of One Ethnicity In Your Ancestry Test Results?
Getting an ancestry test is an extremely popular thing to do these days. Find out if it's possible to be 100% of one ethnicity on your ancestry test results. -
MiraLAX Explained: Usage, Dosage, And Side Effects
MiraLAX is a laxative medication commonly used to treat constipation. Here's what you should know about its uses, dosage, and side effects.
