HEALTH

What is the Main Function of Blood?

What doesn't blood do might be the better question.

A Partner's Touch Could Ease Our Pain

A new study finds that a couple’s physiological connection can be interrupted by pain but restored by touch.

The Science Behind Your Craving for Lip Balm

There's a good reason people have an obsessive need to moisturize their mouth.

One Bite From This Tick Can Make You Allergic to Meat

People bitten by the Lone Star tick can develop a sudden and dangerous allergy to pork, beef, and lamb.

Seeing Trees Can Make You Feel Healthier

A Canadian study finds that 10 extra trees per city block made people feel as healthy as if they were seven years younger.

200 Health Experts Call for Ban on Two Antibacterial Chemicals

They argue that the chemicals, now banned in soap, should be eliminated from toiletries, toys, clothes, and building materials as well.

The American Heart Association Says Coconut Oil Is Bad for You

It contains more saturated fat than butter, beef fat, and pork lard.

Here's Why You Should Skip the Cheap Flip-Flops This Summer

Flip-flops are great for lounging on the beach—less so for walking around.

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Why Does Coffee Make You Poop?

Your morning cup o' joe can give you more than just a caffeine buzz.

Why Do Limbs 'Fall Asleep'?

There's a word for that pins-and-needles sensation: paresthesia.

Could Broccoli Sprouts Help Treat Type 2 Diabetes?

Rats, mice, and obese humans with Type 2 diabetes all responded positively to doses of concentrated broccoli sprout extract.

Is Your Mobile Phone Use Bad for Your Mental Health?

Researchers are studying whether technology use is connected to depression, anxiety, and other issues.

Inexpensive 'Smell Test' Could Help Diagnose Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Diseases

Nine out of 10 people with Parkinson's report a decreased sense of smell.

Low Body Weight May Be Risky for Female Runners’ Bones

Low Body Weight May Be Risky for Female Athletes’ Bones

How Do Hormones Affect Emotions?

Anger, depression, lack of energy—they're all linked to specific hormone levels.

Meet Woebot, the Mental Health Chatbot

Could a chatbot actually help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression? One San Francisco startup is aiming to find out.

Feel Tired All the Time? “Social Jet Lag” May be to Blame

Your inconsistent sleep schedule could be wearing on your health.

8 Common Myths About Running, Busted

Join the hundreds of thousands hitting the pavement this Global Running Day with confidence armed with these facts about running's effect on your health.

High School Students Design Drug-Detecting Straw to Fight Sexual Assault

The Smart Straw discreetly tests for three common date rape drugs.

This Weighted Blanket for Adults is Designed to Soothe Anxiety

It feels like snuggling a giant Beanie Baby.

10 Impressive Accomplishments Made By Centenarians

These seniors found impressive ways to stay busy after turning 100.

15 Useful Facts About Lyme Disease

Look out for the bull's-eye.

Millennials Are So Stressed About Money It’s Affecting Their Work

Millennials spend four hours of their workweek worrying about finances.

Study: Cold Water as Good as Hot for Washing Hands

You don't need to see steam rising from the sink to see the benefits of scrubbing up.

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