Category: Health & Wellness

If Aging is Ruining Your Sleep, the Secret Weapon to Getting some Zzz’s might be Exercise

You might know many tips to improve sleep, such as limiting late-night technology, not eating too late, and keeping your room cooler. But did you know that aging affects how well you sleep and might be why you’re not getting high-quality rest? Some surveys suggest that approximately 80 percent of people have trouble sleeping at least […]

New Study shows an Existing Drug could be a Breakthrough in Fighting Aggressive Forms of Cancer

The latest breakthrough in treating cancer could come from a drug that’s already on the market. A new study from researchers in Singapore has shown that the cancer drug ponatinib could be repurposed to target aggressive forms of cancer that currently lack targeted treatments and are associated with poor outcomes. The study found that ponatinib […]

Wildfire Smoke doesn’t just affect your Physical Health – it’s Bad for Your Mental Health, Too

Breathing in the yellow haze of wildfire smoke is not only bad for your lungs, it can harm your mind, too. As The Washington Post reports, in recent years research has begun to link air pollution with poor mental health, from depression and anxiety to psychotic breakdowns and, in kids, ADHD symptoms. And while most […]

What is “Proffee,” and Why are Women over 50 Grabbing a Morning Cup?

When it comes to your morning cup of Joe, you’re probably used to adding in a little sugar and milk and going about your day. But the internet’s been buzzing about a tweak that can give your health an extra boost along with that caffeine hit. It’s affectionately called “proffee” — protein coffee that combines […]

Does Caffeine really make you Dehydrated? 

Anyone who drinks coffee knows it boost your energy levels and your mood, and even boost your workouts, but many are afraid to grab a cup to avoid dehydration. ​However, multiple studies have now found that while caffeine is a diuretic, it is not dehydrating — as long as you don’t drink too much. It all […]

FDA Grants Full Approval for New Alzheimer’s Drug that Slows Progression of the Disease

Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) fully approved the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, amid some concerns about its safety, cost and accessibility.  The move marks the first time that a drug meant to slow the progression of the disease has been granted full regulatory approval. Other approved drugs only target its symptoms. About 6.7 million adults ages […]

New Research shows you don’t need to be Carb Loading Before a Workout

If you’re going to do long-duration exercise, carbs are still your body’s preferred fuel source. But what about shorter workouts? New research shows that if you enjoy high-intensity interval training, there’s much less need to fill up with carbs before your workout. Examine.com recently shared a study where scientists compared exercise performance on different levels […]

New Report shows Americans will spend an Extra $1 billion on Healthcare each Summer due to Extreme Heat

The U.S. could soon be paying an additional $1 billion in healthcare expenses each summer due to forecasts of continuing waves of extreme heat in the near future, a new report has found. As ABC News reports, the additional cost in heat-related healthcare will stem from 235,000 visits to the emergency room and more than […]

The “Summer Body Ideal” isn’t Healthy for Body or Mind

“The summer body archetype is typically viewed as a body that fits the idealized beauty standard, which is flat stomach, toned body, not a hint of cellulite or stretch marks,” says Mayra Mejia, the 36-year-old founder of a DC-based fat-positive community called Plush DMV, in an interview with Yahoo Life. “It’s like this sort of pressure-y […]

Madonna was Hospitalized for Several Days with a “Serious” Bacterial Infection.  Here’s what that means, and the Signs You Should Look Out For

Madonna’s longtime manager Guy Oseary announced last Thursday on Instagram that the Queen of Pop was quietly hospitalized on Saturday after developing a serious bacterial infection. That led to a “several day stay in the ICU.” As Yahoo News reports, Oseary said that while the 64-year-old’s health is “improving,” she’s “still under medical care.” Her Celebration Tour, which […]