Well Being Articles

Fatty food is to be avoided by patients with gallbladder disease as it can precipitate or worsen the symptoms. The two main indications for removal of gallbladder are cholecystitis and symptomatic gallbladder disease.

Most people are worried about fingernail ridges because they are ugly. Few people realize that fingernails can be an excellent indicator of overall health as well, and spotting ridges could be a clue that it is time to see a doctor.

Winter sports offer plenty of health benefits, but they can also lead to some really scary injuries. If your child plays winter sports, what can you do to reduce their risk of traumatic brain injury?

Are you feeling chronically fatigued in winter, and you think it may have something to do with spending time in excessively heated spaces? You're onto something. Learn why you feel tired in winter heat, and what you can do about it, here.

Giving blood is usually very safe, and the minor discomfort donors experience are a small price to pay for potentially saving multiple lives. In rare cases, blood donors suffer side effects. They include skin rashes and more serious allergic reactions.

Does working out build up your blood? Can you increase your red blood cell count by running, swimming, or maybe going on a hike? Exercise really does build up your red blood cell count, and you don't have to be a professional athlete to benefit.

Outdoor odors come from many sources. While many are merely unpleasant, others can pose serious health hazards. What should you be aware of?

“Remove radiology from medical science, and a vast majority of medical cases can become unreasonably difficult to be solved” – Haider Imam

Futurists, scientists, and scammers periodically make the headlines with speculation that humans will achieve lifespans of 200, 300, 500 years and more. There is a reason that's impossible. But it's still possible to live a very long time.

Millions of kids in developing countries can't wash their hands because they don't have access to soap, clean water, or sinks. In the US, many just don't bother. How can parents change that — without being a nag?