Borax has been banned in U.S. food products. But some influencers on TikTok have falsely suggested that ingesting it can have benefits. What do the experts say?
After getting a tattoo, you'll no doubt go to great lengths to protect it and your skin. Here's what you should expect when your tattoo begins peeling.
Fruit is generally one of the safer and healthier foods we can consume. But what about dried fruit? Does it boast the same benefits, and how much is too much?
Something that's been making the rounds on TikTok is the red cabbage and pears juice weight loss trend. An expert weighs in on whether this plan is healthy.
Have you ever stopped to consider if sports drinks are actually hydrating to your body? The answer might be a little nuanced depending on what kind you pick up.
After a day at the beach, you might notice that your feet are covered in tiny, red bug bites. It turns out it might not be bug bites at all, but rather this.
One warning sign of a heart attack is pressure or pain in the upper back. We explain what it feels like and how to recognize the signs of a heart attack.
Normal poop sinks to the bottom of the toilet bowl. Every once in a while, though, you might have floating poop. Here's why you probably shouldn't worry.
The United States ranks 69th in the world in terms of average life expectancy. Interestingly, Monaco is #1 on the list. Here are some of the reasons why.
The shape and color of a person's eyes can leave a big impact on everyone else. Here are some of the most unique eye features brought about by rare conditions.
Eating tuna that's been stored improperly can make you susceptible to foodborne illness. This is what the USDA advises when it comes to storing canned tuna.
White specks in your urine can sometimes point to a health condition, but there are cases in which they are entirely normal. Here's how to know what they mean.
Your microwave can be so convenient for cooking. However, the USDA doesn't recommend cooking this one particular food in the microwave for an important reason.
Chlorine is one of many chemicals added to pool water to kill germs, but it isn't an instant fix. In fact, Cryptosporidium is particularly resistant to it.
While medication can provide relief from various ailments, how often can you safely take them? Here are some popular pills you shouldn't take on a daily basis.
Each day you step outside, your skin is exposed to the sun's rays. Some of us burn more easily than others -- but here's what happens when you burn repeatedly.
The "5 to 9 before 9 to 5" viral trend on TikTok is getting people to start their days early and be more productive. But this comes with one big health risk.
Keep yourself informed by exploring the different medical conditions and symptoms that can cause back pain after eating -- and what you should do about them.
Do you enjoy starting your day with a cup of coffee? Research suggests that this habit can actually help in preventing a few serious health conditions.
You may sometimes notice white dots on your stray hairs whenever you pick them off the back of your shirt. But if they aren't dandruff, then what could they be?
With our busy schedules, it can be hard to find time to cook healthy meals at home. But are Healthy Choice frozen meals as healthy as they claim to be?
Whether you're fasting for religious reasons or for health concerns, you might wonder if it's a good idea to continue when your time of the month rolls around.