Menopause might be best known for hot flashes and night sweats — but did you know it could be taking a bite out of your smile, too? A survey of more than 1,000 women by Delta Dental found that seven in 10 women 50 and older have dealt with at least one oral health problem … Read more
The year’s first Mercury retrograde is upon us, tying tongues and breaking hearts from February 26 to March 20. This time, the trickster planet of expression and exchange is retrograding in Pisces, the sign of both its detriment and fall. When a planet is in fall or detriment, it is hindered from fully or clearly … Read more
Your cough and runny nose may have only lasted a few days — but COVID’s hidden effects on your little swimmers may impact your unborn children for years to come. Research published earlier this year linked COVID-19 infections to poor sperm quality, including lower sperm count, motility and percentage of “grade A sperms.” But a … Read more
There’s controversy brewing with Dunkin’ Rewards. In an email to customers, the donut shop announced updates to their rewards system next month — and they were thrilled to learn they’ll need more points to score free stuff. The “Dunkin’ Rewards Refresh” will see the points needed to redeem freebies increase by as much as 450 … Read more
Finally, some good news for the millions of Americans living with cancer or heart disease. Experts have consistently warned that drinking alcohol and being overweight significantly increase the risk of developing several cancers and heart disease. But an observation called “Cuomo’s paradox” suggests that certain factors that increase the odds of chronic disease — like … Read more
Colorado football coach Deion Sanders was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder cancer earlier this year, had surgery to remove the organ and is now considered cured by his doctors, the Pro Football Hall of Famer said Monday. Sanders said he is upbeat and plans to coach the Buffaloes this fall. Bladder cancer is the … Read more
The force was not with this ill-prepared excursionist. An avid Disney fan was left baffled after being barred from buying an adult beverage at a popular theme park drinkery — apparently running afoul of a little-known US law. The Canadian traveler arrived at Oga’s Cantina inside Galaxy’s Edge, the Star Wars-themed section of Disneyland in Anaheim, … Read more
Global crisis? Gen Z’s response is worrying about outfit ideas and Kesha remixes. Fears of World War III spiraled across TikTok, Instagram and X this week after Israel’s preemptive strike against Iran — sparking a surge in panic posts, jokes about a military draft and doomsday memes. This week alone, “is the US going to … Read more
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a plan that would require placebo-controlled studies for all new vaccines, surprising some experts who noted that such testing already routinely takes place. In a statement, Andrew Nixon, a spokesman for the Department of Health and Human Services, said that “all new vaccines will undergo safety testing in … Read more
Cue the collective groan; Mercury retrograde is back with the hijinks, the low blows, mishaps, regrettable texts and resurrected exes. But wait — you implore with a tone of exasperation and a head full of snarls, didn’t we just go through a Mercury retrograde a few weeks ago? In short, yes. As the fastest-moving planet … Read more
Feel like you “can’t handle your alcohol?” Do you experience nausea, facial flushing or a racing heart after enjoying even small amounts of your favorite cocktail? These could be signs that you have an inherited intolerance to alcohol — and a mutated gene could be the culprit, according to Cleveland Clinic. This gene mutation hampers … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration will decide on a ban of certain food dyes after receiving a petition to review their safety. Source link #FDA #outlaw #food #dyes #weeks #Bombshell #move #affect #candy #soda #cakes #revolutionize #American #diets
Here’s yet another reason to get rich quick. A new study finds that highly educated professionals in the wealthiest third of the population are less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment and have that condition progress to dementia. A college education was linked to a 43% lower chance of moving from a healthy cognitive state to … Read more
What a nightmare! Sleeping poorly in your 40s may age your brain faster — and you might feel the effects into your late 50s, a new study finds. “Our findings highlight the importance of addressing sleep problems earlier in life to preserve brain health, including maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, exercising, avoiding caffeine and alcohol … Read more
Got a lot on your mind to work out? Maybe last week’s workout is to blame. A new study reports that our brains do not respond to daily life in immediate, isolated bursts — instead, the effects of sleep, exercise, heart rate and mood can linger on our minds for over two weeks. Researchers from … Read more
A recent study has found that younger siblings are more likely to be gay. Researchers at the University of Melbourne have provided new insights into the relationship between sibling order and sexual orientation, the Daily Mail reported. Previous research had already established a connection between having older brothers and an increased chance of male homosexuality, … Read more
Visiting Santorini or Mykonos in Greece could start costing you a little extra as government officials devise a strategy to curb overtourism on the islands. Greek officials are planning to impose a tax for cruise ship visitors during the peak summer season, according to Reuters. The tax would be 20 euros ($22) for visitors cruising … Read more
Even “light smoking” — defined as just one or two cigarettes a day — can be a real drag on pregnancy, causing “major health problems” for the newborn, researchers warn in a new study. Though smoking during pregnancy is known to raise the risk of preterm delivery, low birth weight, restricted fetal growth and other … Read more
Blackout drinking at a young age can have lasting effects on learning, memory and our ability to recognize faces, new research finds. “Alcohol-related blackouts tend to occur when an individual drinks a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time, resulting in a rapid increase in blood alcohol concentration (BAC),” said Sara A. … Read more
Your best friend’s voice on the phone. Crashing waves at the beach. Music festivals and the roar of the subway. Sound makes the world go ’round. If you’ve noticed that you can’t hear as well as you used to — for example, your dining companions sound muffled in restaurants or you find yourself increasing the … Read more