How Having Houseplants Affects Your Health
Houseplants positively affect your health in many ways. They can help you breathe easier, reduce stress, lessen allergy symptoms, and reduce physical pain.
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Why You Should Avoid Eating Salty Food Before Bed
Salty food can cause higher blood pressure and fluid retention, both things that can negatively impact sleep. Avoid these problems by considering alternatives.
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How Is The COVID-19 Booster Different From The Original Vaccine?
Pfizer and Moderna each have more than one type of booster shot in development: Some are designed specifically to fight emerging virus variants.
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You Should Rethink Letting Your Dishes Soak In The Sink. Here's Why.
When dishes stay in the sink unwashed, they have time to form microbes - especially in warm, but not hot water. Sometimes, it's best to wash them right away.
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Sofia Vergara's Past Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis Explained
The world's highest-paid actress learned at age 28 that she had thyroid cancer. After surgery to remove her thyroid, she has to take Synthroid forever.
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CDC Updates Mask Guidance For Those Vaccinated Against COVID-19
The guidelines state that fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear a mask outdoors while exercising, among other activities.
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What Eating Miso Does For Your Body
Studies have confirmed a link between miso consumption and a decrease in breast cancer risk, plus the fermented soybean paste also has probiotic qualities.
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What You Should Know About 'Hybrid Immunity' And COVID-19
Several studies indicate that prior infection with COVID-19, combined with vaccination, results in a "hybrid immunity" that fights numerous variants.
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Is Ginger Ale Good For You?
Ginger is definitely good for you, but most store-bought ginger ale has artificial flavors and sugar and has no real health benefits.
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Here's How Long Your COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects Might Last
Every one of the COVID-19 vaccines can cause side effects. Learn how long each usually lasts, and which require a trip to the emergency room.
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When Should You Go To The Doctor Over A Cold?
Call your doctor if you have cold symptoms that last longer than ten days, if they are severe or unusual, or if you have other conditions that put you at risk.
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How Contagious Is The Delta Variant Of COVID-19?
The Delta variant is more contagious than smallpox, polio, SARS, and the 1918 flu, and vaccinated people with breakthrough infections may spread the virus.
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How To Tell The Difference Between Bacterial And Viral Sinus Infections
Even your doctor can't tell if your infection is viral or bacterial based solely on symptoms or an exam. Time is the main way to tell.
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Why You Might Be Missing Hidden Trans Fats In Your Food
Even though the FDA has banned adding trans fats to foods, there are loopholes that allow manufacturers to include small amounts per serving - which can add up.
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What You Should Know About The Clean Fifteen
The EWG's Clean Fifteen list includes foods with minimal pesticides, compared to the Dirty Dozen, which have higher levels of pesticide residues.
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New Research Sheds Light On Breakthrough Cases Of COVID-19
People who experience breakthrough hospitalizations and deaths tend to be older, with preexisting conditions, or are on immunosuppressive drugs.
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The Healthiest And Unhealthiest States In America
Many factors contribute to our health, but it may surprise Americans to know that the biggest predictor is not your income or genetics: it's your zip code.
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Viral TikTok Warns People To Examine Toilet Paper In Public Restrooms For A Startling Reason
A new viral video cautions viewers to watch out for unsanitary toilet paper. But is there really any cause for alarm? We take a look at the facts.
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What's Really Causing Those Bumps On Your Elbows
Whether large or small, different sized bumps can emerge around the elbows. From rashes to health conditions, elbow bumps can be caused by a number of things.
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Try This Childhood Trick To Make Falling Asleep Easier
Mimicking the motion your guardians used to lull you to sleep as a baby can apparently work on adults too. Learn more about how this can help you sleep.
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Uncommon Foods That Are An Excellent Source Of Protein
Looking for alternative protein sources to add to your diet? You might find these high-protein (but unconventional) options quite surprising. Keep reading.
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What It Means When Your Multivitamin Makes You Itch All Over
While the benefits of multivitamins are boasted all over the internet, they can also have irritating side effects, like an allergic reaction itch.
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Diet Mistakes You Never Knew You Were Making
With all the conflicting info out there, it's hard to know what to do (or not to do) on a diet. Here are some common mistakes you might be making.
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Celebrities Who Aren't Scared To Show Off Their Cellulite
While some celebrities project perfection, there's a group of body positive celebs who are keeping it real -- including revealing their cellulite.
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Dr. Oz's Most Controversial Health Advice
Writer and TV personality Dr. Oz has often come under fire for pushing dubious health advice. Here is some of his most controversial recommendations.
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What It Really Means When You Can't Get Rid Of The Hiccups
Everyone gets the hiccups sometimes, but in rare cases hiccups can become a chronic issue. What does it mean when you can't get rid of your hiccups?
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Does Suzanne Somers' ThighMaster Actually Work? Our Fitness Expert Weighs In
People who are old enough might remember Suzanne Somers' commercials for her ThighMaster. Does the device really work as advertised?
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