Health

You may want to think twice about sneaking a cookie.

A recent study found a link between artificial sweeteners in ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of depression.

Good news! Wearing yoga pants may inspire you to go to the gym more often.

Got a New Year’s resolution to go to the gym more often? Here are a few tips to help you stick to your goals.

HSAs and FSAs don’t work in exactly the same ways.

The differences between HSAs and FSAs include how they’re set up, how much you can contribute, and who qualifies.

Several health ailments hindered the Tudors.

The powerful royal family was not immune to the many illnesses of the 16th century.

The bootleg chocolate bars are prompting health and safety concerns.

Think a human always has 206 bones? Think again.

Considering how familiar we all are with the human body—since we all have one—there is a surprising number of enduring myths about it.

Do you know what's hiding on your floors?

Warning: You might be shocked to learn what kinds of germs are stuck to the bottoms and even the insides of your favorite shoes.

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The therapist gave advice about masturbation and contraception at a time those subjects were still taboo.

Use of the word ‘placebo’ in a medical context is more recent than you might think.

What is a placebo? Technically, a Latin phrase meaning ‘I will please.’ It’s also a Catholic prayer and a clever insult.

Homesickness is normal. Here are some techniques for how to cope with the feeling.

Never underestimate the power of belief.

Here’s how a wave of mysterious deaths in the late 1970s and early 1980s among Southeast Asian refugees living in America inspired Wes Craven to pen his 1984 horror classic, “A Nightmare on Elm Street.”

A recent survey found some drivers would rather visit a dentist than attempt to back into a parking spot.

Should she drink about seven more of those?

How much water should you really drink a day? Well, it’s complicated.

A study shows that bed bugs love dirty clothes. Follow these tips to keep them from hitching a ride home with you.

Eating centuries-old mummies was a hot health trend in medieval Europe.

There's no easy way to say it, but your Fitbit might have a little poop on it.

So you can kick back, relax, and get more comfortable.

Shopping for the best massage guns? These are the models to get from leading brands like Therabody, Hyperice, and others, according to experts.

Antigen tests are a handy tool to reduce infection.

Don't throw away that expired nose swab kit just yet.

Product safety date, or encrypted military code? You be the judge.

When it comes to food safety, none of these phrases means what you think it means.

It's known as "middle-aged groan," and it afflicts millions who dare try to get off the couch.

Set the right tone for the rest of the day by following these expert-approved tips.

Antibiotics are the first treatment for necrotizing fasciitis.

Here's how to stay safe when you take a dip at beaches, lakes, or rivers.

You may have been taught the old cowboy trick of applying a tourniquet and using a blade to cut the bite wound to suck out the poison. It looks dramatic, but does it really work?

If you want to start a family, consider settling down in one of the best states for new parents.

Sugary Snacks and Drinks Could Be Making You Depressed

11 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Go to the Gym

HSA vs. FSA: What’s the Difference?

10 Medical Misfortunes that Plagued the Tudor Royal Family

The UK Is Drowning in Fake Wonka Bars

4 Big Misconceptions About the Human Body

Wearing Shoes Indoors Is Much Grosser Than You Think

When Dr. Ruth Doled Out ‘80s-Era Sex Advice

Why Is It Called the “Placebo Effect”?

6 Cures for Combatting Homesickness

‘Dogged by Death’: The True Story Behind the Bizarre Syndrome That Inspired ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’

Geared Up: Parallel Parking Can Reportedly Raise Your Heart Rate By 57 Percent

5 Misconceptions about Health and Wellness

Planning a Vacation? Here’s How to Make Sure You Don’t Bring Any Bed Bugs Home With You

How an Unfortunate Misunderstanding Spawned a Medieval Mummy-Eating Fad

Your Smartwatch Is Absolutely Filthy With Germs, According to Science

4 of the Best Massage Guns For Sore Muscles, According to Physical Therapists

Your Expired At-Home COVID-19 Test Might Not Be Expired After All

Sell By vs. Best By Dates on Food: What’s the Difference?

Why Do Older People Grunt or Moan While Sitting Down or Standing Up?

7 Morning Habits That Can Affect Your Entire Day

What You Should Know About Necrotizing Fasciitis, the Flesh-Eating Bacterial Infection

Can You Actually Suck the Poison Out of a Snakebite?

The 20 Best States to Have a Baby in 2023