Heartburn
The cheese fries are turning on me.
Here’s the Subtle Difference Between Heartburn and Acid Reflux
Plus, what to do when your chest feels like it’s on fire.
By Elizabeth Millard, CPT, RYTMedically reviewed by Rabia de Latour, MD
Here’s Why You’re Dealing With the Hell That Is Heartburn During Pregnancy
Plus, expert-approved ways to dampen the flames.
By Elizabeth Millard, CPT, RYTMedically reviewed by Rabia de Latour, MD
My Exercise-Induced Acid Reflux Almost Made Me Stop Running
All of a sudden I had a new set of GERDlines to follow.
By Danielle Sepulveres
What Could Be Causing Your Weird Stomach Problems?
Take this quiz to explore the possibilities.
By Alisa Hrustic
9 Possible Reasons You Feel So Gassy All the Time
Always letting flatulence fly? Read this.
By Amy Marturana Winderl, C.P.T. and Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Ugo Iroku, MD, MHS
7 Digestive Symptoms You Should Definitely Tell Your Doctor About
You might need to get a bit personal.
By Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Kerri Glassner, DO
Here’s How to Get Rid of Hiccups ASAP Because They Couldn’t Be More Annoying
Seriously, why do they even exist?
By Claire Gillespie
8 Pregnancy Pains That Are Totally Normal (Yes, Including Lightning Crotch)
Ob-gyns share what causes them—and how to get relief.
By Zahra ThompsonMedically reviewed by Mary Jane Minkin, MD
Update: The FDA Wants Zantac Off Shelves Because of a Possibly Carcinogenic Impurity
An epidemiologist explains.
By Tara C. Smith, Ph.D.
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Tightness in Your Chest? Here’s What It Could Mean
Many conditions can cause a stuck-in-a-vise feeling.
By Korin Miller
Is Late-Night Snacking Really So Wrong?
What the science has to say about your bedtime snacks.
By Carolyn L. Todd
7 Ways to Feel Better in Your First Trimester From People Who Have Been There
Gimme allllll of the snacks.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
10 Ways to Actually Get Some Sleep When You're Pregnant—From People Who Have Been There
Here you go, in case you’re on the hunt for tips.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
Heartburn Or Heart Attack: When To Worry
Chest pain? Learn the potentially lifesaving difference between heartburn and a heart attack.
Is Sparkling Water Bad for You in Some Way?
Not trying to burst your bubble, but we’re curious.
By Carolyn L. Todd
7 Ways to Make Sleep More Comfortable When You’re Pregnant
Because the exhaustion can be so, so real.
By Korin Miller
8 Health Issues That Can Turn You Into a Vomiting Machine
Seriously, is there anything worse?
By Korin Miller
6 Gastrointestinal Issues That Can Affect You During Pregnancy
They’re not fun, but they are normal.
By Korin Miller
7 Mistakes You Make Right Before Bed That Are Ruining Your Sleep
Stop sabotaging your rest.
By Korin Miller
Health
7 Reasons You Might Wake Up Gasping for Air
No one wants a terrifying wake-up call.
By Korin Miller