What are phthalates?

Phthalates are a class of man-made chemicals that make plastics more flexible, and also help things linger in the environment. In this video, pediatrician Alan Greene, MD, explains how phthalates get into our food sources and why we should care.

These common household chemicals are in hundreds of consumer goods and can make their way into your body. Here’s what you need to know.

Put these practices into place and you could lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.

If you are living with hep C, your firsthand experience can encourage others to get screened.

Here are seven dairy and plant-based options to try today.

Find out who should consider using one—and how to do it safely.