Flor Essence is a proprietary blend of herbs that are made into a hot herbal infusion, or “tea,” and consumed for purposes of stimulating your immune system and detoxifying your internal organs. Flor Essence is related to ESSIAC tea, which was developed by Canadian nurse Rene Caisse in the 1920s.

If you're a fan of shows like "Westworld" and "The Walking Dead," you may be prone to experiencing crazy dreams. A new study explains why.

The wrist is a complex joint made up of eight bones, plus the radius and ulna, the two bones in the forearm. "Broken wrist" can refer to a fracture of any, some or all of these bones.

Jogging provides an effective workout for your heart and your muscles. Jogging may be more difficult after age 50, however, since your knees, back, hips, ankles and feet will have suffered more than half a century of wear and tear.

Running and other forms of aerobic exercise can promote a number of important benefits, including improved heart health and the prevention of some types of cancer. Exercise is not without its drawbacks, however, especially when performed to excess.

Lingzhi, a large woody-looking mushroom also known as Ganoderma lucidum or reishi, is highly revered in Asia. Indeed, lingzhi has been a component of Chinese medicine for more than 4,000 years; today, lingzhi is an ingredient in several weight-loss supplements.

Tubal ligation is a medical procedure where the fallopian tubes are cut or closed as a method of preventing pregnancy. By cutting — or “tying” — these tubes, your eggs are prevented from moving out into the uterus and fertilized.

Your body uses vitamin D for maintaining healthy bones and effectively absorbing calcium. Not having enough vitamin D in your system may raise your risk of osteoporosis, bone malformations, cancer, inflammation and suppressed immunity.

The symptom of water retention indicates that fluid is pooling in the tissues of the body. Water retention, also called swelling or edema, occurs for several reasons. Anyone with persistent swelling should seek the advice of a licensed medical professional.

NBC Nightly News revisits the story of Zion Harvey, who a year ago became the first child ever to receive a double hand transplant.

Puberty can be an awkward time of life. Hormone changes during puberty may cause your child to gain some weight.

Hormonal contraceptives, including the classic birth control pill, shot, ring, patch and "minipill," are very popular methods for preventing unplanned pregnancy. In general, hormone-based birth control methods are safe and associated with few side effects or drug interactions.