Health and wellness
The Most Painful Diseases To Die From, Hands Down – Health Digest
Jason Grant/Shutterstock Death is something that all of us are going to have to face at some point or another. And, to that end, most people are accepting of that fact. Studies show that more than half of people profiled are not afraid of death, although 42% […]
What Happens To Your Blood Pressure When You Smoke Marijuana Every Day – Health Digest
Prostock-studio/Getty Images According to the authors of “The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research,” scientists have noted modest medicinal benefits from marijuana use, including relief from nausea and vomiting, reduced pain, and improvement of spasticity symptoms in adults […]
JD Vance’s Weight Loss Journey Explained – Health Digest
Maxim Elramsisy/Shutterstock If you’ve been keeping up with Vice President JD Vance since his “Hillbilly Elegy” days, you’ve probably noticed he’s changed quite a bit. In an old CNN interview with Jake Tapper, he admitted he wasn’t a Trump supporter, but he did say he understood why […]
When You Stop Wearing Underwear, This Is What Happens To Your Skin – Health Digest
Ssuaphoto/Getty Images If you’ve ever heard Joey Tribbiani proudly declare, “I’m going commando!” on “Friends,” you probably had a good laugh — and maybe even a few questions. While it might sound like just another quirky sitcom catchphrase, the term actually refers to going without underwear. And […]
The Venom Of One Of Texas’s Most Dangerous Animals Can Damage Your Kidneys For Good – Health Digest
Fang Zheng/Getty Images Although Australia tends to come to mind first when thinking about dangerous animals, Texas also has its fair share of venomous creatures. From the notorious Black Widow Spider to the Lone Star Tick, Texas definitely has enough terrifying animals and insects to make anyone […]
What Is The ‘Plastic’ Coating On Pills Made Of? – Health Digest
Zorica Nastasic/Getty Images Medicine can come in many forms, including pills that look like they’re covered with a plastic capsule. In fact, the empty capsule market is so popular that it’s expected to reach an annual net worth of more than $5.2 billion by 2030, according to […]
The Dangers Of Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Cosmetic Procedures Explained – Health Digest
Andrew Harnik/Getty Images For years, Kimberly Guilfoyle has been in the public eye, from her days as a model to her time spent as a media personality. That said, those who have followed her career — including her recent appointment as the ambassador to Greece under the second Trump […]
A Popular Green Vegetable Can Prevent Heart Disease By Lowering Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, And Stroke Risk – Health Digest
Momo Productions/Getty Images Heart disease remains the leading cause of death not only in the United States but across the globe. While there are several forms of heart disease, the most common is coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease develops when plaque builds up inside the arteries, […]
This US County Has One Of The Highest Dementia Rates In The Country And The Reasons Are Heartbreaking – Health Digest
Halfpoint Images/Getty Images Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects memory, thinking, and behavior severely enough to interfere with daily life. While certain treatments may slow its progression, there is currently no cure. (Here are some warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease you should never ignore.) According […]
The Two Popular Medications That Are Often Taken Together To Treat Heart Disease And Diabetes – Health Digest
Momo Productions/Getty Images It is not uncommon for people to take more than one medication. In fact, over half of Americans take at least two, according to the Mayo Clinic. This occurs because different drugs may manage different aspects of a health condition. Additionally, people might have […]