Dew it for your health? While water is essential to life — it serves as building material for cells, helps regulate body temperature and lubricates joints — many Americans aren’t hydrating enough. Adding one supplement, though, can provide an extra boost to help you reach your water goals and keep your body functioning properly and … Read more
A viral wellness trend asks a simple question — is warm or cold water healthier? — but the science behind it is more nuanced. Previous research shows that food and beverage temperature has a measurable effect on things like anxiety and gut discomfort. One of the most long-standing health claims is that ice-cold water boosts calorie … Read more
New year, same old liver? After all those holiday indulgences, many people feel the need to hit the “reset” button with a detox or cleanse for a fresh-start fix. These practices date back thousands of years — think Cleopatra’s sour donkey milk baths to preserve beauty and youthfulness, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg’s yogurt enemas to … Read more
Be merry and bright, but beware of your heart having a fright. The holiday season means plenty of parties — and plenty of stress. Behind the cheer and chaos could lurk a dangerous heart issue waiting to strike. Known as “holiday heart syndrome,” this condition is less than holly and jolly. Stress and celebrations around … Read more
In a decade and a half of work holiday parties, I’ve seen (and heard about) a lot. Intra-office hookups (juicy). Public vomiting (icky). Reality TV star antics (tabloidy). I don’t want to be the reason people gossip, but I did need to get The Post’s money’s worth at the open bar at our holiday party … Read more
One celeb-loved wellness treatment may not B healthy after all. Vitamin infusions — which deliver mixtures of vitamins, minerals and other supplements into the bloodstream through an IV — are growing in popularity thanks to claims that they quickly boost energy, immunity and hydration. IV hydration spas offering these pricey therapies are popping up across … Read more
Call it H20 2.0. Water is essential to life — it serves as building material for cells, helps regulate body temperature and lubricates joints. Though it is so crucial, many Americans aren’t hydrating enough. Experts generally recommend consuming ½ an ounce of water per pound of your body weight daily and even more if you’re exercising in the hot … Read more
Her kidney stone was giving her trouble from 9 to 5 — and beyond. Dolly Parton, 79, nixed an appearance at a Dollywood event celebrating the Tennessee theme park’s new NightFlight Expedition attraction this week after developing a kidney stone and infection. Parton addressed the disappointed crowd with a pre-recorded video message in a cheerful … Read more
They’re in a league of their own! Studies suggest that over half of children aged 6 to 17 participate in youth sports. It’s essential to establish good habits around sleep, nutrition, hydration and practice at the beginning of a sports season to minimize injury risk and maximize performance. Here is how parents can help their … Read more
Extreme heat can trigger excessive sweating that overwhelms the body’s natural cooling system, potentially leading to heat cramps, heat stroke and even death in severe, untreated cases. An international team of researchers has identified a more subtle consequence of extreme heat — it may accelerate the aging process. Environmental epidemiologists analyzed 15 years of health … Read more
Your easy, stress-free day may be going down the toilet. New research has found that the color of your pee could be a clue about how well your body will deal with stress today — but the good news is, it’s a super easy problem to fix. The study’s authors say the simple factor is … Read more
In the sweltering summer heat, some Americans are reaching for an unconventional source of hydration: pickle juice. Whether it’s athletes with a salty craving or frugal fans of fermented foods, pickle brine is increasingly touted as a replenishing remedy after tough workouts. But does it actually work? Fox News Digital reached out to medical experts for insights. Pros … Read more
Got the travel bug this summer? Just make sure you don’t pick up any other bugs when you hit the road. No matter where I go on vacation, I’ve always taken a fully-stocked mini medicine bag with the obvious essentials: painkillers, antacids, Band-aids, Lactaid and a little something for nausea. But that medicine bag has grown … Read more
Buccal up! GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro can be a wild ride — users may experience dramatic weight loss and a sharp drop in appetite but also fierce bouts of nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. There’s one possible complication that shouldn’t be brushed off. GLP-1 meds, which promote feelings of fullness by mimicking a naturally … Read more
Surviving the summer heat is all about hydration, hydration, hydration. Water will usually do the trick – but some “hydration multipliers,” or electrolyte supplements, are gaining in popularity for boosting hydration in just one drink. These drink mixes offer a blend of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium to enhance water absorption. But are these boosters … Read more
Soak up the fun! There are many ways kids can have a blast this summer — swimming, playing in the park, fishing and going to the beach are just a few. Unfortunately, summer is also prime time for child injuries and illnesses. Here are six important precautions for keeping kids safe, including one thing I … Read more
The world is on fire, and this summer’s record-high temperatures prove it. And some experts say that when the heat index is high, water alone isn’t enough to hydrate the body. “In high temperatures, you need both fluids and minerals to regulate body temperature and muscle function. Electrolytes like sodium and potassium help your cells … Read more
If you’re tired reading this, you’re not alone. One in three Americans are drained before the day even starts. And what precious energy they do have is quickly zapped away, according to a survey of 2,000 people which pinpointed what drains Americans’ energy the most. Results showed that the pain of being interrupted, being forced … Read more
Welcome to Ask Doctor Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr Zac Turner explains how lip balm could be damaging your lips. QUESTION: Hey Dr Zac, I’m addicted to my lip balm. I apply it at least 10 times a day – before breakfast, after brushing my teeth, before going outside, when I get back indoors, … Read more
Things are looking up for airport dining! Gone are the days of a limited selection of overpriced and underwhelming food options. In naming its top 10 US airports for food and drink this month, Food & Wine noted that the fare in layover land has “shifted from the pragmatic to the palatable.” Flyers use the … Read more