Clinical hypnosis has shown to be effective in the treatment of pain, anxiety, stress, cancer treatment side effects, phobias and habit control problems, such as smoking and weight control, according to past randomized controlled trials. “Hypnosis is the oldest Western form of psychotherapy, but it is underutilized,” Dr. David Spiegel, associate chair of psychiatry at Stanford University … Read more
Women who drink coffee every day age better, according to a new study. Researchers found that women who enjoy three small daily cups of caffeinated coffee in middle age stay sharp, strong and mentally well as they get older. But tea and decaffeinated coffee didn’t show the same benefits while colas were “strongly associated” with … Read more
DEAR ABBY: The floor I work on has a cluster of offices surrounding a central kitchen area. Fifteen of us share the appliances, including a hot water reservoir with a tap. The building is old and has lead pipes, so a service brings in large plastic bottles for a water cooler. Usually, whoever arrives first … Read more
It might taste soda-licious, but your favorite bubbly beverage comes with a price. Doctors have long warned that guzzling sugar-packed, calorie-loaded drinks on a regular basis can lead to problems like bad teeth and bulging waistlines. But drinking too much soda can also lead to an excruciatingly painful medical condition that sometimes requires surgery to … Read more
Ibiza may be the party capital of the world, but one plane passenger was furious when a bunch of rowdy revelers got their festivities started early. Ibiza resident Erika Barrachina accused the “drunk” British easyJet passengers of turning the 2.5-hour flight into a “nightclub.” Barrachina claimed that the raucous British “scum” slammed on the luggage … Read more
On Wednesday, the Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to weaken limits on some harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water roughly a year after the Biden administration finalized the first-ever national standards. The Biden administration said last year the rules could reduce PFAS exposure for millions of people. It was part of a broader push by … Read more
Live fast, face health issues young. People who had an unhealthy relationship with smoking, drinking and exercise early in life ended up on the fast track to mental and physical health troubles by their mid-30s, according to a new study by the Laurea University of Applied Sciences in Finland. “Our findings highlight the importance of … Read more
Joe Rogan has joined the growing tribe of teetotalers. On a recent episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” the podcaster, 57, said he has given up drinking alcohol. “I think I’m done,” he said. “For no reason, other than that, it’s not good for you.” Rogan noted that he didn’t have to quit and that he … Read more
The Piano Man and the Uptown Girl. Christie Brinkley reflects on her marriage to Billy Joel in her upcoming memoir, “Uptown Girl” (out April 29). In People’s excerpts published Wednesday, the 71-year-old model blamed the singer’s drinking for their divorce. “To be clear, I never wanted to end things with Billy. But his drinking was … Read more
The mayor of Miami-Dade County on Friday said she vetoed legislation that would remove fluoride from the drinking water in Florida’s most populous county, pushing back on a growing campaign against the mineral used to prevent cavities. The veto by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, a Democrat, comes at a moment when critics of adding fluoride … Read more
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is following through on his pledge to order the CDC to stop recommending that US communities add fluoride to their drinking water. The debate over fluoride’s potential benefits and risks continues to spark controversy, with Kennedy — an outspoken critic — announcing this week that he’s assembling a task … Read more
Work days are a drought until 3 p.m. In a recent survey, over a third of working Americans confessed they aren’t drinking most of their water until the late afternoon. The survey of 2,000 employed Americans examined all things wellness and hydration to see how good and bad habits can make or break a workday. … Read more
Bye-bye, sugar high. A new study suggests drinking soda may be even worse for the body than previously thought. A team of scientists from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research has found that regularly consuming sweet drinks like sodas and flavored teas triggers a troubling adaptation in the body, effectively causing the intestines to prioritize … Read more
As Americans on Monday celebrate another St. Patrick’s Day with parades and parties, it’s highly likely that Guinness consumption will see a spike. Arthur Guinness started brewing ales in Dublin, Ireland, in 1759, and exported his first barrel 10 years later, according to the Guinness website – well before St. Patrick’s Day became an official … Read more
Casey and Mike Davidson always enjoyed drinking together. The couple, both 49, met after college while working as consultants at the same firm. Romance blossomed over work happy hours, then time spent lingering over a bottle of wine on long dates. In their mid-20s, the pair moved to Seattle and made a group of friends … Read more
DeAnna Pappas, who starred as the “Bachelorette” on Season 4 of the hit ABC show, was recently arrested following an altercation with her ex-husband, Stephen Stagliano, The Post can confirm. Pappas, 43, was booked on a misdemeanor charge in Santa Clarita, Calif., on Feb. 27 and posted a $20,000 bond the same day. InTouch was … Read more
Sip, sip, hooray. There’s a right way and a wrong way to drink wine, say experts — and just in time for the holidays, the vintage virtuosos at Tabl.com are sharing helpful tips for enjoying the perfect pour. Some important reminders include which glass to pair with each wine, how to properly hold the glass, and what … Read more
On a normal day, most people likely follow a typical routine: eat a nutritious breakfast, have three meals per day, drink plenty of water, have a regular sleep schedule, etc. But when “airport rules” come into play, anything goes. People on TikTok are following so-called airport rules on a regular basis, eating pizza for breakfast, … Read more
Farewell, Mike Ross. Patrick J. Adams is revealing why he quit “Suits” after seven seasons. “I wasn’t taking good care of my mental health and I was drinking too much come the end of seventh season,” the actor, 43, said on Tuesday’s episode of the “Dinner’s On Me” podcast hosted by Jesse Tyler Ferguson. “I … Read more
Scientists have developed a hand-y way to spot a lush. Researchers in the UK have found that someone’s love of the sauce may be linked to testosterone exposure in the womb — which has a distinct effect on a baby’s hand development, per a boozy study published in the American Journal Of Human Biology. “It … Read more