Health

Water does more for our bodies than staving off thirst. In fact, it's essential for bodily processes like regulating temperature to getting rid of waste.

Your body doesn't only inform you when things are going awry. There are also some reassuring signs that you're actually in good health.

The majority of men and women over age 40 report waking up to use the bathroom at least once per night. Can salt water alleviate this problem, or make it worse?

In spite of the pleas of the CDC, many people still are traveling by plane. If you have to travel, this the place to sit on a plane if you want to stay healthy.

Feeling fatigued, sniffly, with a tickle in your throat? You may be coming down with a cold -- but acting early can help ease symptoms and speed things along.

Potassium is an essential mineral that your body needs to function at its best -- so what foods can you target to get your daily intake? Read on to find out.

It's not always easy to recognize if you have low levels of dopamine, but your body may send you discreet signals if it needs more of the neurotransmitter.

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.

Some sunscreens protect against both UVA and UVB rays -- but what's the difference between them, and do you really need to worry about both?

There's good news when it comes to improving your insulin sensitivity. Read on for all the details.

Passing gas is one of the many functions of the human body. However, there is a time when it's best to seek medical attention when it comes to gas pains.

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition. The medications, stress, and symptoms can affect weight. Here's what you need to know.

Imitrex is a common medication used to treat migraines and cluster headaches. Here's everything you should know about this drug.

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.

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.

Child psychologists G. Stanley Hall and E. W. Bohannon found that only children shared a number of traits, including being spoiled, bossy, and selfish.

While people who engage in teeth clenching during their waking hours suffer from awake bruxism, those who do it during sleep have sleeping bruxism.

Understanding what epilepsy and migraines are, as well as their symptoms, is the first step to understanding the connection between the two conditions.

Dentists often relieve patients' anxiety by mixing oxygen and nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, and administering it through a nose mask.

Nourishing the skin is vital to keep it healthy and glowing, and that's where hydration and moisturizing come in, but which is best?

Although mindless leg shaking isn't always a cause for concern, studies show various explanations for why it can happen at random.

Tongues with severe discoloration such as yellow, black, purple, or gray can be a sign of an underlying health condition - but what about a pale tongue?

When you think of eating disorders, you might think of hair loss as a common symptom. Let's take a look at why this can happen and how people can get help.

There are things you can do to help lower your odds of developing kidney stones, even if you've had them in the past. Here are a few of them.

The words "pulse" and "heart rate" are used in seemingly identical situations, yet some define them differently. But what do they mean, exactly?

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.

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.