If you get constipated often, do yourself a favor and take a look at your diet. Among the foods that may block you up: too much cheese and milk. But you may not have to give up dairy -- just eat less ...

Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage that can happen when you have diabetes that's not well controlled. It can happen in many ways, and they all seem to be related to blood sugar levels being too high ...

Grounding, also known as earthing, is when you stand on the earth or have contact with a product that’s grounded into the earth. This is thought to connect your body to the natural electric charge of ...

If you deal with insomnia, then cardio workouts, also called aerobic exercise, such as swimming, biking, jogging, or walking, may help you sleep. You may also see some improvement in sleep apnea ...

Cytolytic vaginosis, which is sometimes called "lactobacillus overgrowth syndrome" or "Doderlein's cytolysis," is thought to happen when too much of a certain type of bacteria grows in your vagina.

What Happens When You Shower Too Much? Normal skin has a protective layer of oil and a balance of “good” bacteria that help protect your skin from dryness and germs. If you clean it too often, ...

Your heart is an amazing organ. It continuously pumps oxygen and nutrient-rich blood throughout your body to sustain life. This fist-sized powerhouse beats (expands and contracts) 100,000 times per ...

It's one of the most familiar sources of probiotics -- "good" bacteria that keep a healthy balance in your gut. Studies suggest that probiotics can help ease lactose intolerance. They also may help ...

If you have oily skin, missed periods, or trouble managing your weight, you may think those issues are just a normal part of your life. But such frustrations could actually be signs that you have ...

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that begins in infection-fighting cells of the immune system, called lymphocytes. These cells are in the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, bone marrow, and other parts of the ...

Click through the WebMD slide show to find out about home remedies: Some that work, some that don’t, and some that you should avoid at all costs.

One way to prevent muscle cramps is to get enough of these nutrients: potassium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium. They’re called electrolytes, and this WebMD slideshow can help you find them in these ...