You’ve probably heard that a glass of red wine can be good for your heart. However, alcohol consumption of any kind is also associated with an increased risk of cancer.

Question: What are your opinions on laser caps to regain hair loss? Answered by dermatologist Ronald Sulewski, MD.

Have you heard the buzz about bee pollen? Collected by honeybees from flowering plants, pollen is revered for its purported health benefits.

Natural methods of labor induction include food, drinks or activities that are believed to start labor. Many methods date back as far as Ancient Egypt. Unfortunately, most have little scientific evidence to support them. You should always discuss natural induction methods with your doctor or midwife to ensure they’re safe for you and your baby.

Most of us experience a headache now and then. But are there instances when we need to take that headache more seriously?

The following is a rundown of common lab tests your provider may order or tests you may want to request annually or at least every few years.

Lately, people on social media have been pushing the benefits of boric acid use as an at-home treatment for bacterial vaginosis or BV, and yeast infections. But do the claims live up to the hype? Is it safe?

If you have insulin resistance, you may be able to reduce or even reverse it by adopting healthy lifestyle habits such as regular exercise and a healthy diet.

According to the National Institutes of Health, almost 1 in 4 U.S. adults are considered low in vitamin D.

Urinary tract infections in women are extremely common. Not only is the urethra short; the close proximity to the vagina and anus (both of which aren’t meant to be sterile) makes it prone to infection. And because urinary tract infections occur so easily, questions about them do too. Here is some clarification about them to help dispel myths.