Health

Lush's body lotion is popular, but can it really help you catch some z's?

New research finds that social isolation is on the rise, especially among older adults.

At its largest point, the sciatic nerve is about as big around as a man's thumb—plenty big enough to be an important part of the nervous system.

Similar heart rate–measuring technology can cost hundreds of dollars. Through Welltory, it's free.

Your favorite libation could be poisoning you.

Research has found that when you stick your sponge in the microwave, you're only giving its worst bacteria a leg up.

Scientists found no increase in hearing loss over the past few decades despite a rise in the use of headphones and earbuds.

The legal limit isn't necessarily what's best for your health.

Warning: We cropped most of the holes from the honeycomb image, but the story contains a photo of a dried lotus seed pod.

Most of us "underestimate the importance of just walking to the store, taking the stairs, cleaning the house, or carrying the kids."

There could soon be a new option for people plagued with the annoying eye squiggles.

Even the most dedicated night owls can train themselves to become early risers.

And how is it different from crying?

According to a recent study, naturally staggered sleep schedules means that someone is always awake and vigilant.

Women are much more likely to bike in neighborhoods with good bike infrastructure, a new study found.

Heart disease is the number one cause of mortality in the U.S., so this may be a game changer.

Avoiding long stretches of tunnels just got easier for London commuters.

Several cases have been confirmed in New Mexico. But plague makes an appearance in the U.S.—and worldwide—every year.

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We all know that using sunscreen helps to prevent sunburns and skin damage, but we're stumped when it comes to the gibberish slew of letters and numbers on the label.

Your stomach may very well be a key player in keeping your mood balanced.

Identifying problematic gene variants could help researchers develop better treatments.

3. Once a year, have a professional look at it.

Are the purported health benefits real, or a lot of over-seasoned hype?

The siesta is a cherished Spanish tradition.

Insomniacs Are Swearing By This "Sleepy" Body Lotion

Research Suggests Loneliness Is As Bad for You as Smoking Nearly a Pack of Cigarettes a Day

13 Facts About the Sciatic Nerve

Manage Your Stress Levels With This Heart Rate–Measuring App

Attention Moscow Mule Fans: Those Copper Mugs May Pose a Serious Health Threat

Thinking of Disinfecting Your Sponge? It’ll Do More Harm Than Good

Growing Up With Headphones May Not Damage Kids’ Hearing

Check Out This Online Database to See Which Chemicals Are in Your Tap Water

Scientists Think They Know What Causes Trypophobia

Researchers Say You’re Exercising More Than You Think

Scientists Are Working on a Way to Treat Eye Floaters With Lasers

5 Tips for Becoming A Morning Person

Scientist Asks: Why Do We Weep?

Does Evolution Explain Why Our Sleep Habits Change With Age?

To Get Women to Bike More, Build Better Bike Lanes

New Technique Can Spot a Heart Attack in the Making Long Before It Happens

London Underground Map Gets a Redesign to Help Riders With Anxiety

Don't Panic About the Plague

9 Terms You See on Sunscreen Bottles, Defined

8 Surprising Facts About the Stomach

Scientists Zoom In on Genetic Causes of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

13 Fundamental Facts About the Anus

Should You Pass the Pink Salt?

Madrid is Now Home to Spain’s First Nap Cafe