Diet
Jill Biden’s Daily Diet Includes A Nutrient-Dense Snack With Cholesterol-Lowering Benefits – Health Digest
Maxim Elramsisy/Shutterstock Now that Jill Biden is no longer serving as First Lady, she’s been keeping a relatively low profile when it comes to politics. But that doesn’t mean she’s stepped away from public service. Recently, she gave the keynote speech at a center in Poland that […]
Ozzy Osbourne’s Cause Of Death Explained – Health Digest
Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Although heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne had publicly shared his struggles with Parkinson’s disease, his official cause of death has been revealed. According to his death certificate, the cause of death was listed as a heart attack (via The New York Times). The certificate also […]
What Happens To Your Circulation When You Feel Anxious – Health Digest
Andrii Iemelianenko/Shutterstock Whether it’s giving a big presentation or getting hit with an unexpected bill, everyone feels anxiety from time to time. That mental and emotional stress activates your sympathetic nervous system — also known as the “fight or flight” response — to help your body deal […]
A Popular Sugar-Free Sweetener Might Have Cancer-Fighting Benefits – Health Digest
Nicoleta Ionescu/Shutterstock Added sugar in many of your favorite foods often comes with health risks like heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and inflammation. But switching to artificial sweeteners can have its drawbacks, too. According to the Food and Drug Administration, saccharin used to carry a warning […]
A Common Drug Prescribed For Chronic Back Pain May Lead To Higher Risk Of Dementia – Health Digest
Andreypopov/Getty Images Back pain can really interfere with your quality of life, and it’s one of the most common reasons people miss work. If you’ve never had back pain before, just wait. About one in four people in the U.S. are currently dealing with lower back pain, […]
Using Magnesium Oil On Your Feet Before Bed Can Help With Sleep, Stress, And Sore Muscles – Health Digest
Antonio Hugo Photo/Getty Images If you struggle to fall (or stay) asleep, you may be tempted to turn to magnesium for help. After all, magnesium has earned a reputation for potentially being a sleep aid, as well as a natural muscle relaxant. As such, it makes sense […]
The Unexpected Effect Endometriosis Can Have On Your Jaw & Teeth – Health Digest
Halfpoint/Shutterstock If you’re among the 10% of women of reproductive age who experiences endometriosis, you’re probably familiar with the severe pain during periods, intercourse, and bowel movements (per the World Health Organization). Endometriosis can also cause problems with mental health, fatigue, bloating, and even fertility. With endometriosis, […]
Could Trump’s Regular Bleach Jobs Be Contributing To Hair Loss? Here’s What We Know – Health Digest
Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Like many people, President Donald Trump has gone through some noticeable hair changes over the years. Although the length of his hair has stayed pretty consistent since the ’80s, the color has definitely shifted. Back then, his hair was mostly light brown or dark […]
The Unexpected Link Between Teeth Problems And Sleep Disorders – Health Digest
Yavdat/Shutterstock Getting enough sleep each night is one of the pillars of good health. But for up to 70 million people in the United States, sleep doesn’t come so easily, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, but […]
Science Explains Who’s Happier: Night Owls Or Early Birds? – Health Digest
PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock There are many factors that can affect our sleeping patterns, which can in turn push us towards functioning best during daytime hours (“early birds”) or in the evening (“night owls”). For people who are part of the workforce, for example, their work shift […]