Here’s a crash course on the best — and worst — ways to start mornings. Most people check their phones shortly after waking up. While scrolling social media can provide a rush of feel-good dopamine, the instant gratification leads to constant cravings for more stimulation. Exposure to blue light from electronics instead of natural sunlight … Read more
Feeling dizzy, fatigued or crampy? Those might be signs you need more electrolytes. Experts generally agree that, unless you’re sick or sweating a lot, you should be getting most of your electrolytes from eating a nutritious and balanced diet. But if you’re on a special diet — or you tend to forget to hydrate — … Read more
There’s nothing better than a spa day — sweating out your toxins in the steam room, melting all your stress away with a massage and indulging in some much-needed “me time.” But, if you’re not careful, a day of pampered R&R could end with a trip to the doctor’s office. Rosanne Joseph-Anthony, the founder and … Read more
Happy eww year! New Year’s Eve is one of the booziest holidays — it’s common to usher in a hangover along with the new year. You’ll typically feel the worst of it — the headaches, muscle aches, nausea and anxiety — the morning after heavy drinking when your blood alcohol concentration is near zero. Alcohol … Read more
Brace yourself — AAA predicts that 7.85 million Americans will cram into overstuffed airplanes between Saturday, Dec. 21, and Wednesday, Jan. 1, to get away for the holidays. Some of the most stressful aspects of seasonal air travel, like weather delays, lost luggage and long lines of weary wanderers, are out of your control. But … Read more
It takes guts, and gastroenterologists are sharing the simple, daily lifestyle choices to ensure their gut health is top-notch. A September 2022 survey by the American Gastroenterological Association found that nearly 40% of Americans avoid routine activities — such as exercising, running errands and spending time with loved ones — due to uncomfortable bowel symptoms. Experts … Read more
Gen Z is always thirsty for a new trend. Electrolytes are the latest craze that has gotten TikTok’s attention, with hundreds of “recipes” popping up on the platform. Electrolytes — such as sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium — are the minerals in your blood that essentially help keep everything balanced in your body. You lose … Read more
Here’s a gut check — new research reports that Parkinson’s disease may begin in the gut. A study led by Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that damage to the lining of the upper GI tract from stomach ulcers or gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as acid reflux, may increase Parkinson’s risk by 76%. … Read more
Is it Fyber Fest? Incensed guests at New York’s Vegandale are comparing the much-hyped plant-based bash to the “Fyre Festival” due to its hours-long lines, water and toilet paper shortages and other issues. “We were starving and cranky and miserable,” Rocco Marrongelli, 46, a graphic designer from Queens, told the New York Times of the … Read more
There’s a persistent belief that chugging water after a night of drinking can counteract the effects of too much booze, but experts say it does little to prevent the fresh hell of a hangover. Using data from three studies, researchers from Utrecht University in the Netherlands concluded that dehydration is not the sole cause of … Read more
He’s shedding light on how to lose weight — and keep it off. Dr. Tommy Martin said he grew up overweight thanks to unhealthy eating habits, tipping the scale at 230 pounds at his heaviest. He tried overly restrictive diets and intense workouts but it wasn’t until he changed his mindset and goals about a decade … Read more
Had a few too many last night? There’s no fresher hell than a hangover: nausea, dry mouth, hot shame and hangxiety. No soul who has suffered has not sought a cure in the form of a diner breakfast or hair of the dog. “A hangover is a clinical condition that is characterized by a combination … Read more
Not drinking enough fluids during the summer can land you in hot water. Water makes up roughly 60% of your body weight — dehydration happens when you don’t replenish the fluids you lose to sweat, tears, and urine. Most people don’t drink enough water, with 75% of Americans considered chronically dehydrated. Severe dehydration can cause serious … Read more
These four tips may give you a leg up in your fitness journey. Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, says going on walks five times a week, consuming at least 120 grams of protein a day, staying hydrated and making sacrifices have kept her in good shape for years. Rizzo has previously … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Feelin’ faint in the heat? It ain’t a problem with Liquid I.V. As New York City experiences a heat wave with temperatures edging nearly 100 degrees, and much of the rest of the country follows with record-breaking and … Read more
We all know the drill: The beverage cart makes its way down the center aisle of the airplane as in-flight hospitality service begins. One decision you need to make during your flight will be what to order when the flight attendant asks you what you’d like to drink. Like most things – even at 30,000 feet … Read more
The latest TikTok hack would have you believe the key to better sleep, clearer skin and sustained energy is a mere sprinkle of salt away. Celtic sea salt, also known as gray salt, is making the rounds on social media, with die-hard fans celebrating the saline for its purported hydrating and healing properties. The trend … Read more
Confidence, generosity and productivity: A new study shows the various ways water intake affects work quality, relationships and mood. According to a recent poll of 2,000 Americans, people who are hydrated on a regular basis are more receptive to constructive criticism compared to those who are dehydrated (33% vs. 22%). Coincidentally (or not) hydrated Americans … Read more
Give yourself a hand. A TikTok doc has revealed a simple way to check your hydration levels — and it’s totally legit. In the video, a man pinches the skin on the back of his knuckles. “Dehydration check!” he says. “Squeeze your fingertip right here and if it goes back down, you’re hydrated.” He repeats … Read more
You may need a thick skin to take this test. NYC dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss — the face of the popular “face basting” movement — is sharing a simple, free test to determine if you have oily, dry, or combination skin. “Wash your face, pat dry, and do nothing,” Idriss advises in her minute-long TikTok … Read more