About 1 in 10 women in her childbearing years experiences endometriosis—when some of the tissue that normally grows inside the uterus grows outside of it. Learn about the signs and how to beat the discomfort.
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Seeds can be nutritional powerhouses. Learn how to incorporate more into your diet.
Lack of quality sleep can make people feel irritable, fatigued, and forgetful. Find out how much sleep you should be getting and habits to help you get there.
This emerging disease causes a respiratory illness. Here’s what to know to keep you and your family safe.
True or false: More than 200 viruses cause colds.
BMI, or body mass index, uses weight and height to calculate weight status for adults. BMI for children and teens also takes into account gender and age because healthy body fatness differs between boys and girls and changes as they grow. This BMI calculator will help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight.
This questionnaire can help you find out how likely you are to have depression.
The beating of your heart is very organized, taking its cue from a built-in electrical system. A normal heart rate is regular, at 60 to 100 beats per minute. An arrhythmia is any kind of abnormal heartbeat—too fast, too slow, or irregular. This video explains different arrhythmias and what you should do if you have one.
As your body's largest organ, your skin is a master multitasker. It keeps fluids in, preventing dehydration. It regulates body temperature. It senses external stimuli, such as pain. It produces vitamin D from sunlight.