The Wegovy pill is expected to hit the market in January, joining injectable GLP-1 drugs that have transformed obesity treatment. One form you swallow, the other you inject. What else is different?

The Original Chicken Sandwich ranks among BK’s healthiest sandwiches, certainly higher than the Triple Whopper. The breaded chicken patty, topped with lettuce and mayo, comes in at a little more than ...

When you scrape your knee, break a bone, or cut yourself, the body is able to heal itself. But that’s not the case with certain conditions, like diabetes or heart disease. Regenerative medicine, a ...

Propofol is a strong anesthetic that's used for surgery, some medical exams, and for sedation for people on ventilators -- never as a sleep aid. It's given by IV and should only be administered by a ...

Many men go through a phase when they take a hard look at the life they're living. They think they could be happier, and if they need to make a big change, they feel the urge to do it soon. These ...

What Does the Research Say About Cannabis? Also known as marijuana, there’s growing interest in the health benefits of cannabis, specifically cannabis compounds. Two cannabinoids that get a lot of ...

What Is a Blood Sugar Spike? A blood sugar spike, also known as a glucose spike, happens when there's a rapid rise in sugar, or glucose, in your blood. Blood sugar spikes usually happen after you eat.

A salicylate allergy (also called salicylate intolerance or sensitivity) is a reaction that happens when you come in contact with salicylates, salicylic acid, or related chemicals. In severe cases, a ...

The most common sign of a hernia is a bulge that you can see or feel under your skin. Where that bulge shows up depends on what type of hernia you have. You may have other symptoms, too. This is the ...

Nutmeg adds a nice, nutty flavor when you add it in small amounts to baked goods. But eaten by the spoonful, it can cause big problems to your system. Even as little as 2 teaspoons can be toxic to ...

Gastritis means that your stomach’s inner lining is inflamed or worn down. Alcoholic gastritis is what people call it if gastritis happens because of alcohol use. You can take steps to lower your risk ...

The active ingredient in peppermint is menthol. Some small studies show it can lessen the pain of migraine headaches. It may also reduce other symptoms like light sensitivity, nausea, and vomiting. A ...