ScienceInsights

Science-backed ways to ease anxiety, from slow breathing and exercise to CBT, medication, sleep, and mindfulness.

EPO and HMO plans both skip out-of-network coverage, but they differ in ways that affect your costs and care. Here's how to tell them apart.

Meat is mostly protein, but not entirely. Learn what else is in your steak, chicken, or deli slice — fat, water, and more.

BV discharge is typically thin, gray or white, and has a distinct fishy odor. Learn how to recognize the signs and how it differs from a yeast infection.

Placentas have real medical uses—from wound healing to eye surgery—but some popular claims, like eating them, lack solid evidence.

Certain foods, habits, and even medications can make acid reflux worse. Here's what to cut back on and a few simple changes that can help.

Kale isn't a true diuretic, but it does influence fluid balance in a few ways worth knowing about.

Depakote treats several seizure types but comes with real risks, including serious concerns for pregnant women and their children.

Tooth sensitivity is common, but it's not always harmless. Learn what causes it, when it's worth seeing a dentist, and how to find relief.

Most bronchitis cases don't need antibiotics. Learn what actually helps, from honey and hydration to inhalers and knowing when to see a doctor.