Can smoking marijuana really cause your mouth to dry up? Learn about some of the potentially negative effects of smoking weed and make an informed decision.
If your only option is to try and get some sleep while seated upright, what kind of toll might that take on your body? We'll explain the pros and cons.
If you tend to indulge in a bit more food and drink during the holidays, you'll want to be aware of holiday heart syndrome. Here are the signs to look out for.
TV producer and the creator of so many legendary comedy shows of yesteryear, Norman Lear, died December 5 at the age of 101. Here is his cause of death.
Beans can be an excellent addition to most diets if you're lacking in specific nutrients. But if you suffer from any of these health conditions, avoid them.
According to research, there's a simple arm exercise - a childhood playground favorite - that may actually be beneficial to do as we grow older. Read on.
Conventional wisdom says that getting enough sleep is good for our health. But are there mistakes we're making with sleep that affect our cholesterol levels?
Depression is something many of us experience throughout our lives. It has an affect on more than just our brains though, our backs can also be damanged.
When you think of a long-term commitment with someone, you think of shared interests, values, and goals. You probably don't think of shared medical conditions.
There are many things that we do that age us, but hair might not be the top thing you think about. However, there is one simple mistake many of us make.
The over-the-counter drug ibuprofen can provide relief for pain and inflammation. But sometimes, taking this medication can make you want to nap. Here's why.
When something's off about our normal biological functions, it's understandable to be worried. But what does a metallic odor from poop mean? Keep reading.
There are all sorts of ways our sleep position can affect our body. It turns out, with an upset stomach, sleeping on one side of your body does wonders.
Have you ever felt a wave of nausea so powerful, you wished you could stop it immediately? Traditional Chinese medicine describes a button on the body for that.
Out of all the reasons for a person to end up at a hospital's emergency room, this one is among the worst . Learn more about this life-threatening ER peril.
Did you know that while you sleep, your brain is hard at work cleaning itself? In fact, one sleep position is better for this than others. Here's what to know.
As people grow older, they experience many changes, some unwelcome, in their bodies. But the aging process also has a surprising effect on how the nose grows.