When in Rome, do as the Romans do. It’s important to adapt to the cultural rules of another country when visiting it — especially regarding food. World-renowned Italian chef Massimo Bottura recently shared the food mistakes he often witnesses many travelers making when visiting his home country. According to Bottura, one of the biggest blunders … Read more
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, has been a topic in the news a lot recently, yet the complex neurological condition remains widely misunderstood. Autism is a difference in how someone’s brain works that shapes how they interact with the world. Clinically, it’s a disorder that affects brain development and causes social communication and behavioral differences. … Read more
Let’s clear the air. Benzene, a harmful chemical found in gasoline, cigarette smoke and paint strippers, is a known carcinogen. Long-term exposure to high levels of benzene has been linked to leukemia and other blood-related cancers. Now, a new study out of Stanford University reports that benzene-caused cancer risks are significantly higher — especially for children — … Read more
Considering half of Americans feel “financially frozen,” it’s no surprise that many people have regrets about some of their financial decisions — and are now unfortunately paying the price for it. A new survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Newsweek, revealed that the No. 1 thing US people regret is overusing their credit … Read more
Are you constantly swiping? This may be why. Dating apps have become the go-to platform for people looking for love — but for some, it’s fueling insecurities and enabling bad habits. Dating apps have become the go-to platform for people looking for love — but for some, it’s fueling insecurities and enabling bad habits. geargodz … Read more
Till death — or divorce — do us part. Although divorce rates are dropping across America, couples are still splitting up every day — sometimes for avoidable reasons. One of the main reasons why couples separate is that they lose focus on their relationship and put other things — typically their work or kids — ahead … Read more
Five years after the worldwide hyperfocus on COVID-19 began, some are concerned about the next pandemic — whether it could be caused by influenza, bird flu or another pathogen. Too easily overlooked are non-influenza, non-COVID viruses and bacteria that are burgeoning and spreading unchecked — both in the U.S. and around the world. While they may not … Read more
Sounds like treble. Some 50 million to 60 million Americans have experienced a ringing, buzzing or clicking in their ears that no one else hears, a frustrating condition known as tinnitus. An estimated 15% of tinnitus sufferers have a severe case that disturbs their sleep, mental health and daily routine. An estimated 50 million to … Read more
A 28-year-old man has revealed a harrowing nine-month struggle with a popular hair loss drug, describing how his life turned upside down once he stopped taking it. Speaking on the podcast “Moral Medicine,” a man who goes by Chirag said he was living the good life before he started popping finasteride in June 2023 to … Read more
You may want to keep an eye on the blood vessels at the back of your peepers — they could reveal if you’re likely to develop dementia. Dementia — the progressive decline in cognitive abilities, impacting memory, language and reasoning — affects more than 6 million Americans and accounts for over 100,000 deaths each year. Researchers from … Read more
Rates of young people suffering from strokes have been on the rise, with a CDC report last year finding a 14.6% increase in people aged 18-44 and a 15.7% increase from ages 45-64. Even more troubling is that in many cases, these people lack traditional risk factors. “Up to half of all ischemic strokes in … Read more
This is why you might not be getting lucky tonight. Depending on a person’s mood or even the time of day — they’ll come up with an excuse not to have sex. However, according to a recent study, there is one specific — and quite surprising — reason that will make most women turn down … Read more
Have you ever pushed your child to sign up for soccer because all the other parents did? Or gotten mad at them for a bad grade because you worry about what the teacher thinks? You might need to check your ego at the door if you answered yes to any of those questions. Ego parenting … Read more
What a buzzkill. Smoking weed can certainly have an impact on your brain — and not just the potential for some serious paranoia. Research published last week found that ER visits for cannabis use over age 65 has skyrocketed, and those seniors who need acute care for partaking up to 72% more likely to develop … Read more
In February, scientists discovered a spoonful of microplastics lurking in human brains. Previous research detected the tiny particles in our lungs, liver, kidneys and blood — plus in bodily fluids like semen and breast milk. Now a study published in Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety has found that in yet another part of the body, which … Read more
Irritable bowel syndrome affects up to 45 million Americans, so when Sara Beran found herself frequently racing to the bathroom, she assumed she was just another case. The otherwise healthy 34-year-old dealt with the issue for more than a year and a half before her life came to a screeching halt with a gut-wrenching diagnosis: … Read more
Vitamin D is widely known for boosting bone health, muscle strength and immune function, but it also has a range of other benefits — including cancer prevention. A new study published in the journal Nutrients suggests that the common vitamin is effective in preventing and treating colorectal cancer. Hungarian researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 50 previous studies … Read more
” player=”SPdDOYds” platform=”jw-player” playlist=”Toq2ZZoq” playlisttype=”recommendations” placement=”true” jwpropertyid=”XDErnc08″ /] We’re all ears for promising developments in staving off Alzheimer’s. Dementia affects more than 6 million Americans and accounts for more than 100,000 deaths each year, with a startling NYU Langone Health study published last month finding that the risk is as high as 35% for men and 48% for women … Read more
Experts warn against overusing this common cooking oil because it contains a fat that is reportedly linked to breast cancer. Seed and vegetable oils don’t have the best reputation because experts often claim they trigger inflammation in the body. Seed and vegetable oils are staples in many kitchens. nenetus – stock.adobe.com To further back up … Read more
Talk about trouble in paradise. A mom and daughter traveled to Mexico for a vacation full of beaches and margaritas — but they learned an important travel lesson the hard way after a lost luggage nightmare. Arizona-based writer Jill Schildhouse shared in a first-person account for Business Insider that after touching down in Puerto Vallarta, her … Read more