20 Obscure Facts You Never Knew About Your Own Body
From the tens of thousands of miles of blood vessels in your body to how far your nose can launch a sneeze, we've got weird body facts you'll love to chat about with friends. Who knew?
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11 Signs Your Upper Back Pain Is Serious Trouble
Backaches can be an annoyance—or they can sideline you for days. Here's how to... -
11 Signs Your Muscle Pain Is a Sign of Something Worse
Was it the weights you lifted at the gym? Or maybe your pillow is uncomfortable?... -
This Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s
There are 47 million people living with dementia worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. While... -
7 Sneaky Reasons Your Hair Is Going Gray Too Soon
Because you've always wondered what was up with all those silver strands. -
This Is Why Type O Is the Most Common Blood Type
The most common type of blood is being overtaken by other types. But all types... -
13 Best Foods to Cleanse Your Colon
Not only will these foods help protect your gut—they all happen to be delicious... -
9 Secrets Your Blood Type Reveals About You
You thought knowing your blood type was something people do for fun. It may actually... -
9 Medical Reasons Why Your Hands Are Shaking
From too much coffee to potential brain damage, shaking hands are a symptom you—and...
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12 Things Your Stomach Is Trying to Tell You
It's round, bloated, painful—and maybe comes with a side of diarrhea. Here's how to... -
30 Simple Things You Can Do Daily to Boost Your Bones
Building a strong skeleton happens all day. From the best ways to exercise to the... -
6 Strep Throat Signs to Never Ignore
Your throat may be on fire, but there are other signs of strep throat that... -
7 Silent Signs of a Herniated Disc You Could Be Ignoring
You may expect that your back is going to hurt, but leg weakness, foot pain,... -
42 Strange Symptoms That Can Signal a Serious Disease
So often your lumps, bumps, rashes, and red spots are harmless. Occasionally, they're a sign... -
7 Ways to Treat Bunions (Without Surgery)
Bunions worsen over time, so intervening early is key. These non-surgical treatments are a great... -
If You Have a Lump in Your Armpit, Here’s What It Could Mean
These lumps in the armpit are common. And while they're often benign, they can indicate... -
10 Strange Skin Problems That Could Be a Sign of a Serious Disease
Your skin is can telescope what's happening inside, from diabetes to cancer, tick bites, and more.
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6 Surprising Signs of Disease Your Skin Can Reveal
All the more reason to show your complexion the TLC it deserves. -
What Really Causes Cracked Heels—and How to Get Rid of Them
Fix your cracked heels with these expert tips and products and you'll be wearing those... -
16 Medical Mysteries Finally Solved by DNA Testing
A team of researchers from the Brigham Genomic Medicine program used a combination of gene... -
11 Reasons Behind Your Ankle Pain (and When to Take It Seriously)
Ankle pain can be hard to pin down—from fracture to sprain to strain to...