How your dentist could save your life

Cavities are far from the only condition oral health professionals can detect.

Plantar warts: Options for treating this common foot condition

Plantar warts are a common and often stubborn foot condition that can be uncomfortable and frustrating. These small, rough growths typically develop on the soles of the feet and may be painful when wa

How well does body mass index correlate with excess fat?

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Navigating "male menopause"

Declining hormone levels can also affect men.

POTS: Diagnosing and treating this dizzying syndrome

Proper diagnosis and treatment helps people live with postural tachycardia syndrome, a dizzying disorder.

Exposure therapy: What is it and how can it help?

Exposure therapy is a way to help people conquer their fears, stress, or anxiety. Exposure therapy has been scientifically proven to be a safe and effective treatment for a variety of psychological is

Weighing in on weight gain from antidepressants

Which common antidepressants are more likely to add pounds — and how much does this matter?

What is malaise?

Have you ever felt a vague sense of discomfort or unease without being able to pinpoint exactly why? That feeling is known as malaise. It's a general term used to describe feeling tired, weak, or gene

Monosodium glutamate (MSG): What it is, and why you might consider avoiding foods that contain it

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) may be most commonly associated with Chinese food, but this odorless, crystalline additive is used throughout the restaurant industry, and is even added to many packaged foo

Improving your mobility

It can't be emphasized enough: engaging in physical activity is the single most important thing you can do to maintain mobility and independence, no matter your age or your health status.Health benefi

Can you increase your metabolism?

Your genetic makeup is the greatest determinant of your metabolism. But don't let that deter you from making lifestyle changes if you want to lose weight. There are a few ways to give your metabolism

Dreaming of a good night's rest

Sleep trouble? These strategies keep your sleep cycle on track.

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Can your blood tests predict your future risk of stress, anxiety, or depression?

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Does exercise protect against COVID-19?

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Can intermittent fasting improve heart health?

While fasting may help you lose weight, this diet strategy is hard to sustain and comes with some caveats.

Incentives help people become more active

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Taking the Presidential Physical Fitness Test

The grade-school test can help assess your current fitness.

Are you missing this simple treatment for restless legs?

Iron supplementation may be all it takes to reduce symptoms of restless legs syndrome.

Reaching the climax

Men can face numerous barriers to achieving orgasms during sex. Here's how to overcome them.