ScienceInsights

Sodium valproate treats epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and migraines, but comes with real risks including liver damage and pregnancy complications.

At 6.5 inches, you're above average but not by as much as you might think. Here's what the research actually says about size, satisfaction, and fit.

There's no magic number for being sexually active. Learn what doctors mean by the term and what research says about average frequency by age.

Most adults can take up to 4,000mg of acetaminophen daily, but the safe limit is lower for many people—and hidden sources in other medications make it easy to take too much.

Pneumonia recovery time varies by type. Learn how long bacterial, viral, and walking pneumonia typically last and what can slow your recovery.

Suicidal thoughts are more common than many realize. Learn how rates vary by age, what these thoughts actually involve, and why understanding this matters.

Newborns sleep a lot, but there's a difference between normal drowsiness and true lethargy. Learn what feeding cues and behaviors signal that your baby is doing fine.

NSAIDs include common drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen. Learn which are available OTC or by prescription, and who should use them with caution.

Learn how to check your pulse, understand your resting heart rate, and know when BPM changes are normal or worth paying attention to.

Gatorade started as a solution to heat illness on a Florida football field. Here's how a small lab team changed how we think about hydration and exercise.