This TikTok trend could prove extremely sh—y. Castor oil has been hailed as a treatment for complexion problems and hair growth, but experts are warning against an unlikely side effect when ingested.

ALABAMA (WHNT) — State health officials are digging into a growing number of reports of a gastrointestinal illness across Alabama, especially since it’s so easy to contract. Cyclosporiasis infections ...

An upswing in the number of cases of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite, has prompted a warning from Alabama health officials. The Alabama Department of Public ...

A doubling of stomach illnesses in Florida was linked to a parasite. Cyclosporiasis can cause explosive diarrhea, but usually goes away on its own. Leafy greens like salad are among the leading causes ...

Metformin is a diabetes drug that's also taken off-label for weight loss and anti-aging. It can have some severe gastrointestinal side effects, including diarrhea without warning. Experts recommend ...

TikTokers are testing another dangerous trend on the platform with the latest borax drinking challenge. Some people who tried consuming the substance claim that it can remove parasites and reduce ...

Castor oil is taking TikTok by storm. #Castoroil has over 60,000 posts and Google searches for the plant seed oil have more than doubled since 2022. But while castor oil has many purported benefits, ...

If you’re a fan of explosive diarrhea, summer is a great time to catch it. Between Cryptosporidium, which can survive in chlorinated swimming pools, and cyclosporiasis, which recently sickened at ...

A cruise passenger is accusing Carnival of mishandling norovirus outbreaks on their ships. Julie McLean-Phillips said she suffered from "uncontrolled vomiting and explosive diarrhea." She's asking to ...