Ear infections are one of the most common reasons for doctor visits among children in the United States, according to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. It is estimated that around 80% of children will have at…
Generally held wisdom states that if you want to get enough sleep each night, then you need to get eight hours. And, according to the CDC, this is more or less true. Adults 18 to 60 should aim for seven…
You may think you’ve long since outgrown that cute little cartoon nightlight you had in your childhood, but millions of adults have a 21st-century version of that same thing — cphones, TVs, or that bedside lamp you forgot to switch…
Our physical health and our emotional health are not independent of one another. This is particularly true when it comes to sleep, explains Dr. Julia Kogan, PsyD, health psychologist, and sleep and stress/anxiety specialist in an exclusive interview with Health…
It’s no secret that a lack of good-quality sleep can lead to a variety of unsavory health complications. However, a new study published in Neurology discovered that both sleeping too little and sleeping too much — along with a slew of…
Who doesn’t love foraging for a late-night snack in the steady glow of the refrigerator light? Something about it feels so good … standing there, no pants or shoes on, no one awake to bear witness to the rodent-like crunching…
When you come home from work after a hard day, it can be hard to think about cooking something healthy for dinner. You could order takeout or have a meal kit service, but sometimes it’s just easier to have a…
Waking up after a vivid dream about having sex with your boss could invite panic into your morning, particularly if your significant other remains blissfully asleep. The images remain with you as you head into the office and have to…
When embarking on a weight-loss journey, there are many resources available to find the best ways to shed those extra pounds. The National Health Service (NHS) provides some basic principles to follow if you’re looking to shrink your waistline, including…
What we eat and drink throughout the day may or may not benefit our sleep come bedtime. Downing an extra-large afternoon coffee, for example, might leave you feeling wired and wide awake later that night. Interestingly, what we choose not…