Protein plays many roles, including aiding in growth and repair. A high-protein diet may be beneficial for certain health conditions too, including these.
In order to prevent norovirus from spreading to other people, it's important to take certain steps while you are contagious. This is how long that might be.
Hemorrhoids can be painful and itchy. They can also produce blood in one's poop, which can be alarming at first glance. But can they actually kill you?
While rates of colon cancer among older adults have dropped significantly over the years, experts are seeing more young adults being diagnosed with the disease.
Getting enough protein is essential for muscle growth and repair, among other crucial functions. But a mistake in protein consumption can dehydrate you.
Ibuprofen may be the active ingredient in your medication, but it can come with a long list of inactive ingredients, too, like this unexpected substance.
Falling asleep can be one of the toughest challenges we face. That's why a Health Digest writer decided to test a Tiktok ear trick for falling asleep fast.
It's not every day you're told to be careful about eating salads. It turns out, though, one medical condition could be exacerbated by common salad ingredients.
If you sleep on your stomach, you may have been told to avoid this position. Here's how it affects your muscles and why that might be bad for your health.
It's not easy to consistently find the motivation to exercise. But a lack of physical activity can actually impact your bedroom performance in surprising ways.
Which common eating habits could actually be doing more harm than good to your heart? A registered dietitian shared her insights exclusively with Health Digest.
Having sex with your partner on a regular basis can have a variety of effects on your health. But when you stop, how does it affect your cognitive abilities?
For many, the NSAID ibuprofen is the top choice for speedy pain relief. But there's a common medication that, when taken with it, can have dangerous effects.
Aging can come with a variety of health concerns. Getting older could also actually impact your cholesterol levels in an unexpected way, according to research.
Uncontrollable middle-of-the-night bathroom breaks can disrupt a good night's sleep. Fortunately, there's a trick you can do with your feet to counter these.
If you have heart or circulatory conditions, you may be on a class of medications called beta blockers. However, they could have certain effects on your sleep.
Stress, persistent thoughts, and other mental noise can keep you from enjoying a good night's sleep. But there's a muscle relaxation technique that can help.
Based on a number of factors, there are certain U.S. states where the general population can expect to live longer. We've compiled the top 10, per the CDC.
A total cholesterol level that exceeds 200 mg/dL is considered high, but exercise can help lower that value. Here's how many minutes of exercise it takes.
Peanut butter eaten in moderation is great for you. However, there is one ingredient commonly found in peanut butter that you should avoid for your gut health.