Health - Health Digest

Joanna Marie

Simple Tips For Treating An Ear Infection At Home

There are a few things you can do to treat ear infections at home. However, it's still important to seek medical attention if symptoms persist.

Jeremy Brown

Diverticulitis Versus IBS: What's The Difference?

When it comes to diverticulitis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), both ailments have many similarities. So what's the difference between the two?

Isabel Cohen

How To Care For Your Mental Health While Pregnant

Pregnancy can bring about difficult emotional changes. Here are some best practices if you need to boost your mental health while expecting.

Lauren Cahn

When You're Born, This Is What Happens To Your Body

A lot happens to your body when you're born. Here are some of the most noteworthy.

Jeremy Brown

Can Eating Eggs For Breakfast Help Reduce Anxiety?

Anxiety impacts nearly 40 million adults in the U.S., which means that it's the most common mental health condition currently affecting the country.

Jennifer Co

Sickle Cell Disease Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Sickle cell disease is an illness that can arise from inherited genetic mutations. Here's what you need to know about its symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Beth Bradford

The Important Fact DWTS Alum Samantha Harris Wants You To Know About Breast Cancer - Exclusive

Samantha Harris had her own battle with breast cancer, and the Dancing with the Stars alum shares what she's learned from that experience with readers.

Genevieve Kane

Why Some Women Bleed Years Into Menopause

While menopause typically means the end of bleeding for most women, there are a few reasons why some may experience bleeding after menopause.

Anne Taylor

Does Biotin Cause Acne?

Biotin is a popular supplement taken for healthy skin, hair, and nails. However, some people claim it can cause acne.

Karen Veazey

The Largest Muscle In The Human Body Isn't What You Think

The largest muscle in the human body is one many of us never even think about.

Erin Marie

What Researchers Conclude Over Unsuccessful HIV Vaccine Trial

Vaccine research continues for HIV prevention. According to a new study, medical professionals are still seeking an effective drug treatment.

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Brynna Standen

What To Expect From Buccal Fat Removal, According To A Plastic Surgeon

Plastic surgery is becoming less taboo and many people are sharing their nips and tucks through social media. Here's one of the latest trends to hit the scene.

Jeremy Brown

Can Anti-Inflammatory Diets Boost Fertility?

If you're looking to boost your fertility, there are certain diets that can aid in your efforts, including the anti-inflammatory diet. Here's why it may help.

Brynna Standen

Can A Salmon-Rich Diet Help Reduce Anxiety?

The connection between your gut and brain is a powerful one. When it comes to mental health issues like anxiety, what you eat can greatly impact how you feel.

Donna Sarkar

Pros And Cons Of Using The Cefaly For Migraine Attacks

If you are among the 39 million people that suffer from migraines, it may be worth giving Cefaly a try. Here are the pros and cons of using this device.

Erin Marie

Why Co-Infections Put Kids More At Risk When They Catch COVID-19

Along with the pesky side effects of COVID-19, catching the virus with another infection, like the flu or cold, may put your kids at an even greater risk.

Nicole LaMarco

What It Really Means When Your Fingers Turn Purple

It can be pretty alarming to notice your fingers turning purple, especially if it's never happened before, but what does it actually mean?

Erin Marie

Why It's Possible For Some 'Dead' People To Wake Up In Morgues

The concept of waking from the dead doesn't just lie in the realm of zombie video games. Learn more about Lazarus Syndrome and why it happens.

A. Sooter

When You Should Stop Ignoring Those New Facial Hairs

While some may shave their facial hair, others don't mind some tiny hairs. However, there's a certain point when you shouldn't ignore the incoming facial hair.

Jeremy Brown

What To Do When You Have A Blood Blister

Blisters, or pockets of fluid that form under the skin, can be uncomfortable and painful. They can form as a result of injury or friction to the area.

Joanna Marie

What It Means When You Have Mucus In Your Stool

It's normal to have mucus in your stool -- in small amounts. But when there's a large amount in your stool, it could be a sign of an underlying health issue.

Jeremy Brown

What Does It Mean When You Have Oil Droplets In Your Stool?

Healthy stool is usually brown in color with a consistency somewhere between firm and soft. But, if you have oil droplets in your stool it could mean this.

Beth Bradford

What Happens If You Wear A Bra That's Too Small?

It can feel tricky trying to figure out your best bra fit. Here's what happens when you wear a bra that's too small and how to find your correct size.