10 Items You Surely Have That Are Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat

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Gas pumps

Unless you aren’t a driver, you probably touch this super-germy item on a weekly basis at least. A University of Arizona study sampled gas pumps and found that a whopping 71 percent of them contained some type of bacterial contaminant.

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Having an irregular heartbeat Unfortunately, in many cases, there are no symptoms of an irregular heartbeat, but it does increase your risk for blood clots. “Atrial fibrillation is a kind

10 Conditions You Didn’t Know Were Contagious

A.C. August 23, 2019

Rabies While your chances of catching rabies from another person are slim, the possibility still exists. “Bite and non-bite exposures from an infected person could theoretically transmit rabies,” cautions the

What Your Sleeping Position Says About Your Health

A.C. May 6, 2019

We all have a preferred position that we end up sleeping in night after night, but what does that position say about us, and most importantly, our health? You may

30 Subtle Signs of Serious Health Issues Hiding in Plain Sight

A.C. February 2, 2021

28. Bloating Certain foods such as beans can make us bloated, but if you can’t blame it on a meal, experiencing unexplained bloating on a regular basis could translate to

10 Signs Your Kidneys Are in Big Trouble

A.C. June 26, 2019

Sign: Groin pain Men might feel the pain of a kidney infection deep in the groin. “When we’re in utero as embryos, our kidneys start lower in our body, and

How to Find a Good Doctor, According to Doctors

A.C. August 8, 2019

Doctors, dentists, and nurses follow these rules when deciding who will take care of their health. Ask hospital employees “Their word trumps an Ivy League degree, prestigious titles, and charm.”—Marty

5 Health Benefits of Bananas You Should Take Advantage Of

A.C. September 17, 2018

Bananas are good for your gut One medium banana has 3 grams of filling fiber (about 10 percent of your daily intake). Bananas also contain prebiotics, a type of fermentable

8 Signs Related to Cancer Most People Ignore

A.C. February 1, 2018

Unexplained weight loss “As adults, we try very hard to lose weight,” says Bartholomew Bevers. “But if weight is falling off of you without any effort on your part, that

8 Reasons Why You’re Suffering From Headaches

A.S. July 11, 2017

You have high blood pressure When you have high blood pressure—defined as 140/90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or above—your blood is actually exerting more pressure on your head. If

5 Incredible Health Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep

A.C. September 30, 2019

Sleep makes you feel better, but its importance goes way beyond just boosting your mood or banishing under-eye circles. Adequate sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, and

Eating One Egg a Day Could Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease

A.C. April 25, 2019

Unlike cardiovascular disease, which describes problems with the blood vessels and circulatory system as well as the heart, heart disease refers to issues and deformities in the heart itself. According

Mistakes Everybody Makes After a Workout

A.S. August 7, 2017

“Carbs after a workout are not the enemy! They’re actually crucial to muscle repair, as long as they’re paired with the correct ratio of protein. Sounds confusing, but we make

7 Signs You May Have Coronavirus

A.C. August 13, 2020

7. Your whole body aches Body aches can occur for many different reasons. Lack of sleep, dehydration, stress, anemia, vitamin D deficiency, arthritis and multiple sclerosis are the most common

10 Common Foods That Actually Contain Pesticides

A.S. September 1, 2017

Extra Information Every year, the Environmental Working Group releases an official list of checked foods that you should always buy organic. The group is specialized on analyzing the department of

10 Early Warning Signs of Type 2 Diabetes That Are Often Overlooked

A.C. April 5, 2021

10. You’re at a higher risk of UTI’s Increased levels of sugar in your urine can maximize your chances of developing urinary tract and yeast infections; it’s basically the perfect

12 Reasons Why You’re Still Not Losing Weight

A.C. January 19, 2021

11. You’re eating too often You might have heard about the weight-loss tip regarding eating many small meals, well, it’s not a tip, it’s a common weight-loss myth. Eating too