Aloe vera can soothe a sunburn and encourage healing — just make sure you get the real thing
Aloe helps with sunburn because it reduces inflammation, contains vitamins, stimulates collagen production, and moisturizes skin.
How you can change the time you take your birth control, for each pill type
Changing the time you take birth control is safe and easy. Here's how to do it without risking pregnancy.
How to prepare for IUD removal and potential side effects to expect after
After IUD removal, you may experience cramping and spotting, and your period and fertility will return to normal.
Money can be filthy — here's how to protect yourself from getting sick
Money changes hands around 55 times a year, which means that it plays host to a number of pathogens, including germs like viruses and bacteria.
What is a low FODMAP diet? The elimination diet that helps treat bloating, diarrhea, and other GI issues
A low FODMAP diet is an elimination diet for people with GI discomfort and should be done under the supervision of an MD or RD.
3 ways you can treat pink eye at home, and when to see a doctor
There are four types of pink eye: bacterial, viral, allergic, and irritative. Here's how to deal with each type.
3 tips to getting pregnant if you have PCOS
Getting pregnant with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can be harder but shedding excess weight and taking certain medications may boost fertility.
When is flu season? How to protect yourself from the flu virus this year
In the US, the flu season starts in October and can go until early spring, with cases peaking in February.
Using cranberries to prevent UTIs isn't a myth — a urologist offers tips on how to prevent infections
Cranberries contain a substance that keeps bacteria from building up in the bladder, but cranberry juice isn't the best way to consume them.
Can you have coffee while intermittent fasting? What you can and can't drink
When you're intermittent fasting, it's important to stay hydrated during the fasting window. Here's what you can drink while intermittent fasting.
Why you might have cramps before your period — from pregnancy to a UTI
PMS cramps are normal, but cramping a week or more before your period might not be. Here's what that cramping can mean.
Dermatologists explain why you should never put coconut oil on a sunburn
The thick, fatty consistency of coconut oil makes it a harmful sunburn remedy and a subpar moisturizer.
How to identify and remove a skin tag
Skin tags are benign skin growths that you may find annoying and unsightly. Though you don't have to remove a skin tag, a doctor can get rid of it.
Symptoms of endometriosis and how you can manage the pain
To tell if you have endometriosis look out for key symptoms like heavy menstrual bleeding, chronic pelvic pain, and infertility.
How many ultrasounds during pregnancy are normal and what they're for
The first ultrasound is usually scheduled for the 11 to 14-week mark. The second ultrasound comes around 18 to 20 weeks.
How to clean a sponge so that it is free from germs and viruses
Sponges carry a number of germs. Some of the best methods of disinfection are using a microwave or putting the sponge in the dishwasher.
Toner helps clean and calm your skin — here's a guide for picking the right one
Why add face toner to your skincare routine? Toner helps remove dirt, oils, and other impurities as well as boosts moisture.
The best ways to treat rosacea, according to a dermatologist
Here are all your options for treating rosacea, including the right skincare routine and the best creams and medications for fighting redness.
All the ways that you can get rid of acne scarring
You can get rid of acne scars with these topical treatments and medical procedures like laser therapy, micro-needling, dermabrasion, and fillers.
3 ways you can treat pink eye without a doctor's appointment
There are four types of pink eye: bacterial, viral, allergic, and irritative. Here's how to deal with each type.