November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month — an estimated 235,000 new cases of lung cancer and 125,000 deaths are expected to occur this year in the US. Dr. Daniel Sterman, the division director for pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at NYU Langone Health and NYU Grossman School of Medicine, talked with us about the … Read more
A cry for help? After a TikTok user complained that she weeps “a lot a lot” when chopping onions, an emergency medicine physician shared a tissue-free slicing strategy that he swears is a cut above the rest. “I’m gonna teach you how to never cry again cutting onions,” Dr. Joe Whittington declared on TikTok this month. Dicing an … Read more
Don’t let the cold weather keep you from heating up in the bedroom. A doctor is warning to watch out for “winter penis,” a seasonal condition that may hinder a man’s ability to perform sexually. As the temperature drops, the male genitalia recede into the body to maintain body heat, resulting in restricted blood flow. … Read more
’Tis the season for heartburn. Dr. Mark Pochapin, the Sholtz-Leeds Professor of Medicine and director of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Langone Health, said he often sees patients around the holidays suffering from heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach. Just in time for Thanksgiving, Pochapin gets to the bottom of acid reflux, … Read more
Board-certified family doctor Jessica Kiss, aka Dr. Mom, took to TikTok to share five ‘weird’ health hacks that can prevent sickness this season. Why does sickness surge when temperatures drop? Jessica Kiss, aka Dr. Mom, has shared some surprising health hacks on TikTok. TikTok / @askdrmom A previous study found that cold air weakens the … Read more
Look at these pore souls. Dr. Scott Walter — a board-certified dermatologist in the Denver area — is raising awareness about Demodex, a type of tiny eight-legged mite that resides in hair follicles and oil glands on our face, chest and neck. Demodex is a type of tiny eight-legged mite that resides in hair follicles and … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Doctor’s orders! Get in your eight hours. Of course, getting a full night of shut-eye isn’t always so simple. According to a Gallup poll published earlier this year, only a quarter of Americans achieve … Read more
Skin is in. Maryland-based chronic pain specialist Dr. Kunal Sood has taken to TikTok to reveal the nutrient-rich fruit we have been eating the wrong way. Addressing his 2.3 million followers, Sood explained that while many of us peel and discard the skin of the fruit, it is not only edible but also a veritable … Read more
Talk about grape expectations. Dr. Jason Singh, a primary care physician based in Virginia, is sharing a sweet suggestion to manage the urge to stress eat. He recommends letting frozen grapes melt in your mouth. “The cold temperature activates TRPM8 receptors in the mouth, which then triggers the release of dopamine — and that’s responsible for pleasure, … Read more
Welcome to Ask Doctor Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr Zac Turner explores whether face rollers are effective or not. QUESTION: Hi Dr Zac, my mum says you are the king of dispelling TikTok influencer trends. I’m 17 years old and I get a lot of my advice from TikTok. I want to stay young … Read more
When it comes to overall health, it’s well established that booze is bad news, but is all alcohol equally odious? California gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi has taken to TikTok to share his surprising pick for the “healthiest choice” for drinkers. Sethi’s preference? Tequila. Cheers to tequila as a “healthy choice.” AntonioDiaz – stock.adobe.com While he explains that no amount … Read more
The liver does a lot of heavy lifting. The largest internal organ, it regulates clotting and removes toxins, yet research suggests many of us live with compromised liver function — and don’t even know it. It’s estimated that more than 100 million people in the U.S. have some form of liver disease, a broad term … Read more
More than 12% of Americans will develop a thyroid condition at some point, with women at greater risk than men. The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ in the front of your neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism, support growth and promote brain development, among other vital functions. Dr. Kepal Patel, co-director of NYU Langone Health’s … Read more
Consumers must beware of an unholy trinity of food additives, according to this expert. California gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi has taken to TikTok to call out three potentially carcinogenic chemicals found in many processed foods sold in the U.S. His warning comes as more than 1,000 cereal lovers and health activists marched on Kellogg’s Michigan headquarters earlier this month, … Read more
He’s got a gut feeling your diet could use more vitamin E. “We have studies that show that people who consistently meet their dietary requirements for vitamin E have a lower rate of certain gut diseases and a lower rate of fatty liver disease,” Florida gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab said in a trending TikTok this month. “Vitamin E … Read more
If you have these three concerning symptoms, it’s time to get to the heart of the problem. Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Savannah, Georgia, warns that struggling to breathe while walking or laying down and/or experiencing leg swelling may mean you have a weak heart. “These should be red flags,” London said Tuesday … Read more
It’s time to iron out your nutritional plan. A study published in August found that more than half the world doesn’t consume enough micronutrients essential to health, including calcium, iron and vitamins C and E. Now, California gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi is sharing five signs that your body needs more nutrition — brittle nails, eyelid twitching, clicking of the joints, premature greying of the hair … Read more
A primary care physician in Virginia has taken to TikTok to share a travel tip involving creepy crawlers that might make you rethink unpacking your bags right away. The video posted by Dr. Jason Singh of Loudoun County, Virginia, has garnered more than 750,000 views after he shared a PSA about bedbugs and your luggage. … Read more
With colorectal cancer rates rising among young people, it’s important to know the signs that may indicate colon cancer. About 150,000 Americans are diagnosed annually with colorectal cancer, which includes cancers of the colon and rectum, according to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. It’s a leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Dr. Waqqas Tai, a cancer specialist … Read more
You’re going to want to commit this tip to memory. Dr. Darien Sutton, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and a medical correspondent for ABC News, is sharing his system to remember new, critical information. “Everyone has a different method of remembering things — that might be because we all see the world differently. we all … Read more