If your periods are a real pain, something else entirely could be to blame. While there are plenty of reproductive issues that can lead to worse periods — fibroids, endometriosis, and cervical stenosis, to name a few — new research suggests that another issue could be a big reason behind menstrual woes. According to a … Read more
Frankie Bridge opened up about her ongoing health issues during the most recent episode of “Loose Women.” The 35-year-old British singer — known for being a member of the S Club Juniors and girl group the Saturdays — addressed her “bad depression and anxiety” while speaking to fellow panelists Judi Love, Charlene White and Nadia Sawalha on Friday. “I started … Read more
Spore us the details! Taking magic mushrooms, LSD or other psychoactive compounds can improve your enjoyment of sex, feelings of arousal, and sense of attraction to your partner for up to six months after the psychedelic experience, a UK study has found. “On the surface, this type of research may seem ‘quirky,’” study author Tommaso … Read more
Put a ring on it — not for the heck of it, but for your health. Singletons around the globe are in greater danger of experiencing mental health issues than their hitched peers, a new study has found. “Our analysis revealed that unmarried individuals had a higher risk of depressive symptoms than their married counterparts … Read more
A light at the end of the dark tunnel of depression? A report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last year revealed that nearly one in five adults in the US have been diagnosed with depression. Doctors commonly prescribe antidepressants, but these meds come with a hefty list of possible side effects, including alarming … Read more
Work isn’t working for the cool kids. Owing to the high cost of living and the mental health pressures of the rat race, would-be workers in their 20s are forgoing jobs because they can neither afford daily transportation nor proper in-office attire, per a recent report. “Young people are finding themselves in a vicious cycle,” … Read more
With holidays looming and a presidential election nigh, autumn could be a season of stress for many. Experts say the food we consume can lessen the effects of stress by nourishing our bodies with vitamins and minerals. Researchers have long emphasized the importance of the gut-brain connection — the idea that the gut and brain constantly communicate through … Read more
A Harvard-educated gastroenterologist has taken to TikTok to share the four shocking reasons you should never drink diet soda. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California-based GI doctor and popular healthcare influencer, was asked whether diet soda is a “healthier alternative” to regular soda. It’s a hard no, folks, and here are the four reasons why, according … Read more
So long, suckers, gummy bears and candy corn — a renowned psychiatrist says the one thing you should definitely do if you’re depressed is trash the junk food. “Your gut health is critical to brain health,” Dr. Daniel Amen, a brain-imaging researcher in California, said in a TikTok last week. “If you have, for example, … Read more
The upcoming presidential election could lead to a lot of unwanted – and sometimes unhealthy – snacking. Emotional eating can be a byproduct of stressful times, including political events, sports playoffs and other happenings, according to various studies. Recent research published in the journal Nutrients indicated that emotional eating is considered a “critical risk factor for recurrent weight … Read more
Jab for joy. A landmark new study has found that obese teens who are given semaglutide weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, may see an improvement in their mental health, including a reduced risk of suicide. This research contradicts previous concerns about the potential of drugs like Ozempic to trigger suicidal ideation and self-harm … Read more
One in four US adults suspect they have undiagnosed ADHD, a new study finds, but only 13% have shared their concerns with a doctor. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. An estimated 4.4% of adults 18 to 44 have ADHD, according to The Ohio State University researchers who … Read more
Pamela Anderson opened up about how the lows in her career affected her mental health. The 57-year-old actress attended the Zurich Film Festival to accept the Golden Eye Award and promote her new movie, “The Last Showgirl,” and admitted that she was depressed for a while after her role in “Baywatch” ended in the 1990s. … Read more
Too busy to be bummed out? New Yorkers sure like to complain, but it turns out we’re one of the least depressed states in the country, according to an annual happiness ranking. Wallethub’s Happiest States 2024 study placed The Empire State all the way up at No. 5 in a subcategory singling out the states … Read more
Dry eye disease is no laughing matter — or is it? More than 360 million people around the world suffer from chronically red, scratchy or irritated eyes, a condition that can worsen with stress. Researchers in China and the UK believe they may have found an unusual solution that doesn’t involve eye drops — laughter. … Read more
From the cradle to the grave, our sleep needs change. Fresh from the womb, newborns spend the majority of their days in slumberland, a snooze schedule that tapers off as growth decreases throughout toddlerhood and adolescence. Both puberty and old age drastically affect sleep. And while teens sleep often and late, seniors hit the hay … Read more
Exercising a “disgustingly small” amount per day can lower the risk of cancer, according to a fitness expert. Nutritional scientist and professional bodybuilder Dr. Layne Norton claimed that “four minutes of vigorous activity a day” will greatly reduce an individual’s cancer risk. “Exercise is one of the only things that you can do, independent of weight … Read more
Two new studies find that the popular weight loss and diabetes drug semaglutide, sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, does not increase the risk of depression and suicide. But while two medical doctors who examined the research call the results “reassuring,” they say that neither study “fully answers the question of whether these … Read more
Millennials need to treat themselves — to therapy, one boomer-aged physician says. “There’s a lot of things you’re going through now,” Dr. Terry Simpson, a board-certified general surgeon based in California, told his millennial TikTok followers last week. “You’re making career choices. You’re thinking about maybe starting a family,” Simpson continued. “Maybe you have a family … Read more
What a worrywort. Rhode Island pharmacist Ethan Melillo is calling St. John’s wort — an herbal supplement with roots in ancient Greece that’s now used to treat mild to moderate depression — “the worst supplement to take if you are on other medications.” “Honestly, if someone tells you to take this, I think they really … Read more