ScienceInsights

Blood in your phlegm is often caused by minor irritation, but here's how to tell when it might need medical attention.

When logic doesn't work with a loved one with dementia, these communication approaches can reduce conflict and keep conversations calm and caring.

At 6 weeks, your embryo is about the size of a lentil, with a beating heart and early brain development already underway.

Ingrown hair cysts can be treated at home with warm compresses and the right products. Learn what helps, what to avoid, and when to see a doctor.

Dry mouth and bad breath often go hand in hand. Learn what's causing yours, from medications to health conditions, and what actually helps.

When anxiety spikes, these science-backed techniques—from belly breathing to cold water—can help bring your body and mind back to calm.

Hungover? Learn which foods actually help you recover and which ones make symptoms worse, including why greasy food isn't the fix you think it is.

Learn which foods to limit while breastfeeding, from high-mercury fish to caffeine, and which common restrictions are more myth than fact.

A 143/83 reading puts you in Stage 1 hypertension, but one measurement rarely tells the whole story. Here's what it means and what to do next.

Hangover headaches have a few reliable fixes, but some common pain relievers can do more harm than good. Here's what actually helps.