Avocado Or Nutella Toast? Here's What Nutritionists Have To Say About Comparing These Two Foods.
We asked registered dietitians to tell us what they really thought.
Unsafe Needle Practices During Vampire Facials At A Spa Have Prompted Health Officials To Offer HIV And Hepatitis Tests
Health officials closed the VIP Spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after an inspection found unsafe handling of needles.
James Van Der Beek Shared His Family's Experience With Miscarriage In A Moving Post
Although they are the parents of five children, Van Der Beek and his wife Kimberly have also had multiple miscarriages.
14 Things About Suicide Everyone Should Know
Suicide is complicated and often misunderstood. Here’s what you should know about it.
The FDA Says This Brain-Stimulating Device May Help People With Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Transcranial magnetic stimulation devices have been shown to work for depression, and a clinical trial suggests they might also help people with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Both Low- And High-Carb Diets Were Linked To Shorter Lifespans In This Large New Study
People who got about half their calories from carbohydrates had longer lifespans than those who ate high- or low-carb diets, the study found.
A Thyroid Medication Is Being Recalled, According To The FDA
Because thyroid pills are used to treat serious conditions, the federal agency recommends that you continue to take the medication until you can get a replacement.
Some Exercise Types Are Better Than Others When It Comes To Improving Mood
Exercise can make you feel better. Now a large new study shows some types are more effective than others, but just about anything helps.
Wash Your Raw Veggies, People, Because Slugs Can Make You Sick, CDC Warns
It's rare, but snails and slugs can carry a parasite called rat lungworm, which, honestly, is a pretty gross but entirely appropriate name for this organism.
This Man's Life-Threatening Infection Was Caused By Bacteria Found In Dogs' Saliva
Greg Manteufel went to the hospital in June with a serious infection, which led to limb amputations and nose damage that will require surgical repair.
Tick Bites Are Making Some People Deathly Allergic To Meat
In one Tennessee clinic, the most common cause of life-threatening allergic reactions was a meat allergy triggered by the bite of the lone star tick.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria From Raw Seafood Caused This Man's Limb Amputation
Vibrio is a type of bacteria that can contaminate raw seafood or infect an open wound that is exposed to seawater. Here’s how to avoid it.
A Man In Florida Died After Eating Raw Oysters Contaminated With Ocean Bacteria
The bacteria, called Vibrio, can contaminate seafood and cause serious, flesh-eating skin infections. In addition to the Florida man, Vibrio has also caused 9 infections in Virginia, including one death.
An Outbreak Linked To Honey Smacks Cereal Widens As More People Get Sick From Salmonella
No one has died from the bacteria, but the outbreak is widening. So far, 100 people in 33 states have gotten sick — some seriously so.
A Bunch Of Surprising Things You May Not Know About Drowning
And yes, dry drowning is a real thing. Here's how to tell if someone is drowning, as well as symptoms to look for after they leave the water.
This Woman's Face And Throat Swelled After Eating A Nut Under A Doctor's Supervision
While undergoing a test to see if she was still allergic to nuts, this college student had an anaphylactic reaction.
Teen Survey Shows Fewer Are Having Sex, But More Are Feeling Despair
About 40% of teens said they had had sex, down from 50% a decade ago.
Uncombable Hair Syndrome Is A Real, Super-Rare Genetic Condition And This Baby Has It
Her mom said that people compare her to a mini Albert Einstein or jokingly ask if she stuck her finger in a light socket.
This Blood Test Could Help Predict If A Pregnancy Is At Risk For Premature Labor
The high-tech blood test is experimental, but a new study suggests it might be able to predict if a pregnancy is at risk for early labor.
This Little Girl Was Born Without Legs, But She Kicks Ass In This "Warrior Queen" Photo Shoot
La'Mareea Waddell was born with caudal regression syndrome, but she's not letting it hold her back.