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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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’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 […]
We pay a lot of attention to physical and mental health. But dental health shouldn’t be overlooked because cavities, gum inflammation, and tooth decay are all linked to cardiovascular disease. But aside from the usual daily brushing and flossing, research shows that partaking in a little afternoon tea time can also help give fight tooth […]
Are you feeling a little guilty about your daily, mid-afternoon snooze? Don’t. Research shows that catching a few ZZZs after lunch can be good for your brain. But keep in mind that the length of your nap matters. According to medical professionals at Johns Hopkins University, while a 30- to 90-minute nap in older adults […]
Novo Nordisk, the pharmaceutical company that makes Ozempic and Wegovy, filed multiple lawsuits last week against off-brand versions of the wildly popular drugs. In a press release, the company announced that legal action is being taken against certain medical spas, weight loss or wellness clinics, and compounding pharmacies for “the unlawful marketing and sales of non-FDA approved […]
Using gas stoves can raise levels of the carcinogen benzene throughout the home to dangerous levels for hours after use, according to a newly released study published last week in the journal Environmental Science & Technology. The study was the first to measure benzene emissions from gas stoves and ovens, and it found evidence that the concentrations […]