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Are you thinking about bariatric surgery? You might first want to know whether you qualify for the procedure and how much weight you will lose. But don’t be afraid to also ask embarrassing questions, such as:

Every year, thousands of people are tragically burned and maimed while setting off fireworks in accidents that often are preventable.

It sounds crazy: a replacement for egg whites that comes from a can of beans. Aquafaba — the name for the liquid surrounding chickpeas and other neutral-tasting beans — is having a moment, and not just among those who suffer egg allergies.

If you have repeatedly tried and failed to lose weight, bariatric surgery is probably on your radar. While the physical benefits are obvious, you should ask yourself – and talk to your doctor about -- some important questions, such as:

About 15 percent of adults in the U.S. suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the majority of whom are women.

Bodies change quickly during adolescence, and that’s when doctors usually notice scoliosis — a curved spine — in patients. Catch it early, and most cases can be managed simply and effectively. Let it go, and scoliosis might lead to back surgery or lifelong challenges.

The simplest things – getting to the bathroom, eating or even sleeping – can become ordeals when you have cancer and suffer from chronic pain. And if you’re a cancer survivor, the pain can spark fears that the disease has returned or that something new is wrong.

Americans love cheese, consuming a whopping 40 pounds per adult each year, an amount that continues to climb despite the known health risks of the fatty — and undeniably delicious — protein source. Plant-based cheeses are increasingly available at the corner store, so all your cheesy cravings are about to be met in a more healthful way, right?

If you’ve been told you have cancer, you know it’s a life-changing event.

Almost everyone has a friend or coworker who has a deadly allergy, but how many of us know how to use an EpiPen? Here’s what you need to know to be safe when administering this drug in a life-threatening anaphylaxis emergency.