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'Winter penis' could reduce sex organ size by up to 50%, doctor warns

Don't let the cold weather keep you from heating up in the bedroom.

Diabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — here's the 4 reasons why

The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022, as published this week in The Lancet.

The negative seed oil hype is all wrong, experts say — the problem is American 'overconsumption'

Never mind the canola contrarians, the peanut pooh-poohers and the grapeseed gloom-and-doomers, say the pros.

Human case of bird flu confirmed in Oregon, linked to poultry plant

"There is no evidence of person-to-person transmission and the risk to the public is low," the CDC said.

Chewing this type of gum may decrease the risk of giving birth prematurely — doc admits: 'It surprised us all'

In the US, preterm birth accounts for about 10% of births annually.

Ozempic may be better at treating alcoholism than leading meds: study

A new study suggests drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may help people reduce their alcohol intake.

Holding in your poop has serious health consequences — here's what can happen

In today’s fast-paced environment, many office workers are falling prey to an increasingly common phenomenon known as ‘voluntary withholding’ where the natural urge to go to the toilet is ignored.

See which 17 brands made 'Toxic Hall of Shame' for using 'dangerous' chemicals — Chipotle, Trader Joe’s get Fs on report card

The nonprofit Toxic-Free Future graded brands including Apple, Sephora, Target, and Walmart.

I developed a pregnancy phobia after my traumatizing childbirth so I had my tubes removed at 24

Belle Mourraille, now 28, was bedridden for months and lost 30 pounds while pregnant, and after thinking she was going to die during childbirth, she opted to undergo a salpingectomy...

E. coli cases climb to 104 in McDonald’s outbreak tied to slivered onions

Cases have been detected in 14 states, according to an update from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Smoking pot can increase cancer risk, speed up aging — and harm your future children

"The link we’ve described between cannabis use and genotoxicity has far-reaching consequences," said study co-author Stuart Reece of the University of Western Australia.

Having these 'paranormal' beliefs linked to more difficulty coping with stress

A new study has established a link between superstitious beliefs and a decreased ability to manage stress.

Taking drugs like LSD and ecstasy can increase your risk of schizophrenia, according to new study

Psychedelics have been growing in popularity across North America for recreational and therapeutic use, with celebrities like Kristen Bell and Aaron Rodgers publicly sharing their experiences.

This is the healthiest vegetable of all, according to CDC: ‘Nutrient powerhouse'

When it comes to healthy eating, veggies are always a good choice — but one takes the cake for being the healthiest.

Your sweet tooth may be genetic — and your DNA could be pushing you to eat more, says new study

Large amounts of sugar can damage cells, causing chronic inflammation, which can lead to obesity, heart disease, diabetes, liver disease and cancer.

Supplement that USSR once secretly tested on Olympians may increase stamina and endurance

The Soviet Union even gave it to their Olympians, cosmonauts, and soldiers to improve their performance, boost their moods, and up their energy.

I'm an OB/GYN — if you want menopause to be easier, don't cut back on this diet staple

Every day in America, an estimated 6,000 women reach menopause — and more than two million enter that stage each year. Despite these staggering numbers, many women report feeling unprepared for and...

These 5 tricks can help you go to sleep earlier — and avoid a 'huge disruptor' in the night

As days darken and outside temperatures drop, getting up earlier can be harder than ever — yes experts say there are ways to condition your body to rise and shine.