HEALTH

Eating good food can leave you lighter in the wallet.

The Reason Healthy Food Is Often More Expensive Than Junk Food

Eating well often comes at a premium price. Here’s why.

A Brief History of Dry January

Participating in Dry January means that no booze at all is to pass your lips for the entire calendar month of January. Here's how it started.

Searching for ideas on what to spend your FSA funds on this year? Consider these.

14 Creative Ways to Spend Your FSA Money Before the Deadline

Unsure how to spend your FSA money? From new glasses to over-the-counter (OTC) medication, here are some health products you can purchase using FSA funds.

Here’s how to stop those post-shower sweats.

The Reason You Sweat After a Shower—and How to Stop It

Breaking out in a sweat after you take a hot shower is normal, but there are steps you can take to prevent it.

You may want to think twice about sneaking a cookie.

Sugary Snacks and Drinks Could Be Making You Depressed

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.

11 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Go to the Gym

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.

HSA vs. FSA: What’s the Difference?

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.

10 Medical Misfortunes that Plagued the Tudor Royal Family

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

The UK Is Drowning in Fake Wonka Bars

The bootleg chocolate bars are prompting health and safety concerns.

Think a human always has 206 bones? Think again.

4 Big Misconceptions About the Human Body

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?

Wearing Shoes Indoors Is Much Grosser Than You Think

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

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.

Why Is It Called the “Placebo Effect”?

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

6 Cures for Combatting Homesickness

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

Never underestimate the power of belief.

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

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.”

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

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?

5 Misconceptions about Health and Wellness

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

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

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

How an Unfortunate Misunderstanding Spawned a Medieval Mummy-Eating Fad

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

'Tis the season to restock your COVID test supply.

The Government Is Mailing Out Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Again—Here’s How to Get Them

The USPS will soon be on its way with more government-issued at-home COVID test kits. Here’s how to make sure they stop at your door.

Your Smartwatch Is Absolutely Filthy With Germs, According to Science

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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