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It’s far from a restful location, but there are still tricks you can use to get decent sleep in the hospital. Image Credit: Courtney Hale/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Why Hospital Sleep Matters Why It’s Tricky Tips The hospital’s not the destination for a good night’s sleep: lights are bright, sheets are scratchy and noise levels…

A wide variety of conditions can cause shortness of breath. Image Credit: Science Photo Library/Science Photo Library/GettyImages When you have it, the feeling of being short of breath can be scary. Especially if you’re not sure what’s causing it. Advertisement “Shortness of breath is a subjective feeling of having very uncomfortable breathing,” Sana Quddus, MD,…

Pooping undigested food is usually NBD, but pay attention to any other symptoms you might have. Image Credit: Photo by Brook Rieman/Moment/GettyImages It’d be pretty strange to invite anyone to look at your poop in the toilet bowl (unless you’re a 5-year-old), but if someone ‌did‌ do that today, they might be able to tell…

It’s not something we talk about often, but knowing how to pee properly (and the habits to avoid) is crucial for your bladder and pelvic floor health. Image Credit: patchanan promunat/iStock/GettyImages Going to the bathroom is one of the most natural human behaviors and something we do multiple times a day. Most of us are…

If you’ve ever had nature call at an inconvenient time, you’ve probably wondered what happens if you hold in your poop. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. We’ve all been in the middle of a public bathroom…

There are two reasons you might be constipated on a vegan diet, but both are easy to fix. Image Credit: PeopleImages/E+/GettyImages Don’t get us wrong: Switching to a vegan diet has its benefits. We know it’s better for the environment, it can be less expensive (plant-based proteins tend to be cheaper than animal proteins) and,…

Fatty fish like salmon and leafy greens like spinach provide omega-3s and magnesium, which support a healthy sex life. Image Credit: Anna Kurzaeva/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Yogurt Nuts Salmon Spinach Other Tips When to Get Help Your diet affects every part of your health — and sexual health is no exception. For people with vaginas,…

Your head might hurt after starting a new diet if you’re not eating or drinking enough. Image Credit: elenaleonova/E+/GettyImages In This Article Hunger Dehydration Ketosis Nutrient Deficiency Triggering Foods Prevention When to See a Doctor A healthy diet is a must when you’re trying to lose weight. But what if your eating plan is giving…

If peanuts make you poop, you might want to scale back your portions. Image Credit: Daisy-Daisy/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Fiber Sugar Allergens Diverticulitis Phytates and Aflatoxins Treatment and Prevention When to See a Doctor FAQ Peanuts are a healthy snack packed with protein, fiber and healthy fats. But what happens if eating them makes you…