Health - Health Digest

Catherine Caruso

Is This The Best Diet For The Best Sleep?

If sleep is something you're looking to improve, you may want to consider this diet, which can help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

Anne Taylor

What It Really Means When You're Constantly Taking Naps

There are a few different reasons why someone might take more naps than usual.

Robin Rothstein

Everything We Know About The Avian Flu Outbreak

The spread of a highly contagious bird flu is underway in the United States. Here's what you need to know and how to protect yourself.

Rick Chillot

Surprising Ways Your Blood Type Can Affect Your Health

Research shows that your blood type can affect your health (for better or for worse), and in some ways we're only starting to understand. Let's take a look.

Robin Rothstein

Why The Spike In COVID-19 Hospitalizations Is So Concerning

Because of ICU bed and oxygen shortages caused by the spike in COVID-19 hospitalizations, people who need care for non-COVID conditions sometimes don't get it.

Agnes Erickson

What Happens To Your Metabolism In The Summer

Many of us are likely to gain just as much weight in the summer as we do in winter. Blame can be placed on both habits and metabolism.

Erin Demmer

What Happens If You Don't Get Enough Folic Acid During Pregnancy?

If a woman doesn't receive enough folic acid before and during her pregnancy, there can be serious consequences for both herself and her baby.

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Genevieve Kane

The Unexpected Link Between Air Pollution And Pregnancy Complications

Air pollution can come from a variety of sources and is linked with numerous complications for pregnant individuals and their babies. Here's what to know.

Lauren O'Connor

Dry Mouth Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Dry mouth or xerostomia can affect your lips, tongue, oral cavity, and throat. Here's what you need to know about its causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Genevieve Kane

What Is An RBC Count?

If a healthcare provider has ordered a red blood cell (RBC) count for you or someone you know, you may be wondering what this is and why it was ordered.

Joanna Marie

Can Osteoporosis Be Related To Autoimmune Disorders?

Our bones begin to lose their peak mineral density after age 30, declining in bone strength and formation. This can increase the risk of osteoporosis.

Robin Rothstein

The Startling Link Between Adolescent Obesity And The Less Common Type 1 Diabetes

While obesity has been known to be connected to type 2 diabetes, a large new study out of Israel shows that obesity may also be linked to type 1 diabetes.

Anne Taylor

Can Low Iron Make You Tired?

This vitamin deficiency may be the reason you're feeling fatigued.

Ally Arcuri

Ways Air Pollution Can Affect Your Health

Even those who live in the most pristine environments can be affected by air pollution. It can influence our health in more ways than you might imagine.

Dylan Roche

Weight Loss Myths You Should Stop Believing

Here are the biggest weight loss myths you should stop believing, and what the experts say you should do instead.

Emily Rhode

The Real Reason Not Everyone Can Receive Vaccines

The development of vaccines against deadly diseases has saved countless lives. So what's the real reason not everyone can receive vaccines?

K. Cossey

What It Really Means When You Want To Eat Dirt

Pica is an eating disorder in which people persistently consume items not considered to be food, such as dirt, hair, or paint chips. Why does it happen?

Lauren Barth

You Should See A Therapist If This Happens To You

Everyone can benefit from seeing a therapist, but you should really make an appointment with a mental health professional if any of these things happen to you.

Michelle Washmuth

Over-The-Counter Medications To Try If You Can't Sleep

If you're tossing and turning, waiting in vain for sleep to come, there are some over-the-counter medications that can help. Read on to learn more.

Amanda Vining

Is There A Link Between Red Dye 40 And ADHD?

Red dye No. 40 is found in many foods, medications, and other edible products. Here's why it may be particularly problematic for those with ADHD.

Andra Picincu

You Might Gain Weight When If You Have This Thyroid Condition

The thyroid gland regulates metabolism which affects weight gain or loss. If you have unexplained weight gain, you may have this thyroid condition.

Person handing another person food containers wrapped in plastic bags

Ribhu

This Is What Happens To Your Body If You Accidentally Eat Plastic

It sounds silly, but eating plastic is actually quite common. Maybe you've done it at some point in your life accidentally. What happens when we ingest plastic?

Beth Bradford

Study Sheds Light On Important Link Between ADHD And Mental Health Challenges

Research is showing strong links between ADHD and mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. Here's what to know.

healthyNick

Why Experts Are Optimistic To Use Apple Watches And Other Devices To Help With IBD Conditions

Although inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is considered incurable, there is new research on the horizon that may bring long-term relief to those who have it.