Health & Wellness

Zookeeper and former director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Jack Hanna, has been in ill health since 2019. Here's an update on his status.

Should you take an anxiety screening test? We spoke with a psychiatrist for his thoughts, in response to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force's anxiety screenings recommendations.

LGBTQ+ Instagram influencers and fitness experts Jaime Filer, Beth Bishop, and Sophie Butler are actively making the wellness space more inclusive, positive, and palatable, not to mention queer.

Are sinus infections contagious? In a way, yes, but it also depends on the source of the sinus infection.

Are ear infections contagious? Since ear infections are so common among children, it's normal to wonder if they can spread to others.

Is ZYN bad for your heart? These nicotine pouches are often considered as helpful in quitting smoking, but they come with risks.

Natural supplement berberine is being lauded as a natural alternative to diabetes medication Ozempic — but is it bad for your kidneys?

Why is Manuka honey so much more expensive than other types of honey?

Sports can be dangerous, and potentially land you in the hospital, but some cause more harm than others. So, what are the most dangerous sports?

Recalled strawberries have been linked to outbreaks of hepatitis A in the past. Here's what to know about the frozen strawberry recalls now.

Ozempic users who developed gallbladder problems may be able to join a class action lawsuit. Here's what you need to know about the Ozempic lawsuit.

Vegan self-tanner allows you to get a summertime glow without any animal products. Check out these vegan self-tanner brands.

These LGBTQ+-owned makeup and skincare brands proudly prioritize inclusivity and sustainability every day of the year. Cheers to glowing skin and a healthy planet!

A dentist shares ways to reverse periodontal disease in response to Alex Rodriguez's diagnosis.

Sustainable bike companies are making it easier than ever for cyclists to enjoy hitting the trails without harming the environment.

Does your hair turn green after you've been in the pool? Here's the reasons why you have green chlorine hair and how to fix it.

Grounding your bed is a means of connecting to the earth while you sleep. Here are some possible health benefits of grounding.

A 1983 CIA study investigated how humans can transcend space and time with their minds using the Gateway Process. Here's more on the reports findings.

How long can you keep your teeth with periodontal disease? We spoke with a dentist to learn more, in light of Alex Rodriguez's diagnosis.

A surgeon at Divino Plastic Surgery in San Diego is facing murder charges and several civil lawsuits. Here's what you need to know about the Divino Plastic Surgery lawsuits.

Neck pain due to COVID-19 can be an early symptom of the virus as well as long COVID. Here's what to know about COVID neck pain.

Olaplex was once the buzziest haircare product, but now the company faces intense backlash following a lawsuit that claims it causes hair loss.

GOLO.com claims to help people shed pounds by reversing their insulin resistance with its dietary supplements. But a GOLO lawsuit claims the company's statements are false and misleading.

A Morphe lawsuit alleged that color additives in products were unsafe for eye usage. What's happened with the Morphe class-action lawsuit?

Monster Beverage Corp sued Bang Energy for falsely claiming its drinks contain "Super Creatine" and other misconduct. What was the outcome?

Looking to revamp your vanity? These sustainable AAPI-owned beauty and skincare brands offer groundbreaking, low-impact products fit for your green routine.

Birch oil or birch essential oil may have properties to help with skin, hair, and muscle pain, but use with caution.

Old Spice lawsuits include class-action lawsuits about carcinogens in products and others claiming defects in Old Spice products.

A plant-based diet can improve athletic performance, says Tom Pickering, founder of the Running on Plants month-long challenge.

We spoke with a few incredible birthing professionals to learn about some questions to a ask a doula, and how to find a doula near you.

Dryer sheets are meant to be a quick and easy way to make our laundry that much better but how much harm do they cause the environment?

Cold showers get a bad rap, but you can take them safely within a certain time limit.

Here are some vegan gluten-free recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert!

Anti-inflammatory smoothie recipes can help ease pain, support your immune system, and reduce risk of chronic illness.

If you regularly use a laxative to become more regular, you may want to know about this magnesium citrate recall and how it may impact you.

While Boston is known for Fenway Park, baked beans and clam chowder, it's also got a vegan food scene. Here are the best vegan restaurants in Boston.

Like fish oil, krill oil is full of omega-3 fatty acids, which improve brain and heart health.

Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that prevents people from breathing properly. This can be linked to all kinds of health issues, but it could also start in your genes.

Does creatine, the supplement everyone is taking at the gym, cause acne?

For over a decade, people have linked the amino acid creatine to hair loss. But there's much more to this relationship than meets the eye.