It was the lift she needed — or so she thought. Julia Pugachevsky, a senior health reporter for Insider, revealed that she started taking Cellucor C4 pre-workout powder after reaching a plateau in strength training. At first, she wrote in a Friday essay for Insider, she “felt ‘Popeye’-level strength, opting for 5lb-heavier dumbbells without hesitation. … Read more
More than a third of adults fail to get the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep each night — and the scarcity of shuteye can have a surprising effect. Lack of sleep can lead to what some experts refer to as a “silent epidemic” — a condition called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which … Read more
Drugs designed to treat diabetes, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have become one of the hottest and most controversial weight-loss crazes. But those medicines are so high in demand that there’s a nationwide shortage of them. They are also pricey, with one month’s supply costing anywhere between $900 and $1,300. Due to this, people are trying … Read more
“The Listener” — directed by Steve Buscemi — opens with the sound of an unanswered phone and the thrum of a city before turning its lens on Tessa Thompson’s character, who lies in bed, staring upward, before beginning her late shift as the crisis helpline volunteer “Beth.” Written by Alessandro Camon and shot in 2021, … Read more
Laser hair removal is one of the most requested cosmetic procedures worldwide — but could it have unwanted side effects? The popular procedure is approved by the Food and Drug Administration and is generally considered a safe, effective procedure when performed properly. However, some people have complained of unwanted side effects such as sagging skin … Read more
For a comedy set piece, different lines can be stitched together digitally to make sure the film keeps the funniest material from each take. “One guy’s line might be funny, but the other guy’s response isn’t,” Grasmere said. “If they touch each other during the shot, we might have to rebuild a hand, or an … Read more
Forget budget woes — the City Council is worrying about another kind of belt tightening. A new bill now being weighed by city legislators would require health authorities to warn New Yorkers about the dangers of taking Ozempic and other diabetes drugs for weight loss. The medications have become a hot diet fad, with celebs … Read more
Ozempic, Wegovy and other drugs designed to treat diabetes have become one of the hottest and most controversial weight-loss crazes. But those drugs are so high in demand that there’s a nationwide shortage of them. They are also pricey, with one month’s supply costing anywhere between $900 and $1,300. That has people on social media turning … Read more
Want that long-lasting buzz from your morning coffee? Skip that second cup and try this surprising breakfast addition instead. Eating grapefruit with your java could potentially extend the effects of the caffeine and ward off that unwanted afternoon slump, according to Michelle Francl, a chemistry professor at Bryn Mawr College. “If you eat a lot … Read more
If you’re hoping to keep the weight off for good with Ozempic, Jillian Michaels says don’t hold your breath. The fitness guru warned of the exhaustive list of side effects triggered by the weight loss jab, namely the sagging skin and gaunt appearance, a result of “accelerated facial aging” that has been dubbed “Ozempic face.” … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to a commonly prescribed asthma medication in 2020 — but millions are still taking it. A black box warning, also called a boxed warning, was issued by the FDA in March 2020 about the mental health side effects of Singulair, also known by its generic name, … Read more
Fat-dissolving injections seem like a godsend for those who fear going under the knife, but the Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning for a number of non-approved jabs that could do more harm than good. The nonsurgical injections, which promise to dissolve fat cells in certain areas of the body, have reportedly caused … Read more
For the first time in history, there’s hope that the debilitating illness known as sickle cell disease may be treatable — even cured. The Food and Drug Administration announced Friday that two gene therapies for sickle cell disease have been approved following years of clinical trials. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder caused … Read more
While your cubicle job could be a death sentence, a new study has found ways to offset the negative consequences of sitting all day. The average American spends approximately nine hours sitting while awake, past estimates have shown, which has been linked to an increased risk of developing dementia, obesity, heart disease and even death. … Read more
Does your kid read a lot? A new study suggests they’re likely happier, more physically active, have a more active imagination and even problem-solve better than kids who rarely or never read. The poll of 1,500 American parents and 500 K–6 teachers revealed 91% of children aged 5 – 12 who are avid readers are also … Read more
Imagine if TikTok or Instagram existed when you were a baby. And your mom and dad had a public account and regularly posted photos of you – in the bath, at the playground, sleeping in your cot – for anyone and everyone to see. Now imagine being an adult and having thousands of your childhood photos floating around the internet for … Read more
The average American spends nearly 2½ hours per day on social media, and that number more than doubles for teens, studies have shown. For many people, the reliance on social media can feel much like an addiction — and many experts believe that’s exactly what it is. “Social media addiction is not yet recognized in … Read more
Sharon Osbourne is spilling her guts about the hot Hollywood weight-loss drug Ozempic — and its gruesome side effects, including vomiting. “It’s different for everybody, but for me, the first few weeks was f—ing s–t because you just throw up all the time. You feel so nauseous,” Osbourne, 70, said on the “Club Random with Bill Maher” … Read more
This celebrity-hyped injectable could cause cancer, blurred vision, pancreatitis and gallstones — so is it really worth shooting your shot? Ozempic has become the hottest prescription on the market, beloved by the A-List and touted as a quick fix for shedding unwanted pounds. But the medication, initially designed for people with Type 2 diabetes, can … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use off-brand weight loss drugs containing semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy. On Wednesday, officials warned about the dangers of drug compounding — which involves mixing or altering ingredients to create medication — after receiving reports of adverse effects after patients used compounded … Read more