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Spermatocele
Learn more about this noncancerous testicular disorder that may require surgery if it's causing discomfort. But, the condition often needs no treatment.
Sodium nitrate in meat: Heart disease risk factor?
Sodium nitrate, a preservative in some meats, may increase your heart disease risk.
Slide show: Add antioxidants to your diet
Antioxidants may play a role in preventing heart disease, cancer and other diseases. See which foods are abundant in antioxidants.
Slide show: 10 great health foods
Add these health foods to the menu and give your diet a healthy boost.
Sleep-tracking devices: Dos and don'ts
Sleep trackers may help improve your sleep, but don't jump to conclusions based on your data. Get the facts from a Mayo Clinic wellness specialist.
Sleep tips: 6 steps to better sleep
Better sleep can be yours! Consider sleep tips for the weary.
Sleep aids: Understand options sold without a prescription
Get the facts on common sleep aids sold without a prescription, including precautions and side effects.
Sleep aids: Could antihistamines help me sleep?
Antihistamines can be somewhat effective as a sleep aid — but only for occasional sleeplessness.
Skip booze for better sleep
Alcohol depresses the central nervous system and acts as a sedative. It may help you fall asleep, but it prevents deeper stages of sleep and often causes you to wake up in the middle of the night. If you have trouble falling or staying asleep, say no thanks to the after-dinner drinks.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
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