Wake up and smell the research. Sleep is important for health and scientists are shining a light on the ideal ways to get shuteye. But exactly how much do you need? The number of hours you sleep is more important than when you wake up, according to the experts. “The number one thing is getting … Read more
An apple a day keeps the doctor away — really. The saying may seem like nothing more than just a saying, but a gut health expert on Instagram said apples really are extremely beneficial for overall well-being. Will Bulsiewicz, MD, a gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author of “The Fiber Fueled Cookbook,” broke down … Read more
Talk about ill-gotten gains. As sick as it might sound, mental health issues among young people are at an all-time high. Due to the rise of Gen Zers with “common mental disorders” (CMD), such as anxiety and depression — spurred by everyday issues like breakups, meeting deadlines and the pressures of social media — employees in their … Read more
Learn om the job. Practicing mindfulness in the workplace can be an effective buffer against anxiety, stress and burnout, new research reveals. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Nottingham in England, suggests that staying mindful is an essential tool for workers in the 21st century. Mindfulness, derived from ancient Buddhist practice, is … Read more
It kicked off World War ZZZ. Flight experts are raising alarm bells over a controversial seatbelt sleep hack, which they deemed both dumb and dangerous, circulating TikTok. In the inflammatory tutorial, which currently boasts over 20 million views, TikTok user @Lexi demonstrates how travelers can catch ZZZs in the infamously cramped economy section by curling … Read more
Coffee lovers know that drinking a caffeinated beverage first thing in the morning can fill their cup in more ways than one. In curating your overall coffee experience, the mug from which you drink it is just as important as the way you brew it, according to coffee experts and journalists Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen, who write … Read more
Round, cushion, princess, emerald. Settings, prongs, engravings. Cut, color, clarity and carat. There are a lot of pieces that make up each and every engagement ring. The one you love is going to look down at his or her sparkling engagement ring every day — so, of course, you want to make the right decision. But how? … Read more
Fitness fanatics are all about rotating between leg and arm day. But what about face day? Inspired by the incredibly angular jawlines of celebrities like Bella Hadid and Henry Cavill, hordes of people are turning to cosmetic surgeries from chin liposuction to buccal fat removal for a more chiseled jawline. However, some claim facial workouts … Read more
This is a real drag. Despite years of campaigning against big tobacco, it seems that cigarettes are reclaiming their chic status à la Kate Moss, appearing as accessories on New York Fashion Week runways in the wake of the “mob wife” aesthetic and an early aughts “indie sleaze” revival. This week, multiple models meandered down … Read more
Forget protein shakes — collagen cocktails have come into fashion with the promise of younger-looking skin. But some health experts and bartenders are bad-mouthing the tipsy trend, claiming that alcohol negates the effects of collagen — and the drinks don’t even taste that good. “Alcohol can dehydrate the body, including the skin, which is contrary … Read more
Take a collection of jeans out of any woman’s closet and you’ll likely find an array of sizes that all fit identically — why? That was the question on one Long Islander’s mind when she asked her 10,000 TikTok followers why men’s pants are categorized by two size numbers — the waist and inseam lengths — while … Read more
From “O face” to “Oh, no!” face. So you’re having the best sex of your life with a new and exceptionally giving partner — congratulations. But quietly, between fireworks shows, perhaps you’re wondering: What’s the catch? Listen to that small voice, psychologists caution — your red hot lover could actually be a red hot relationship flag. That’s … Read more
You’re only as old as the person you feel. Great sex can be a given during our golden years, experts say — it just might look a little different. “Getting older is not about trying to be able to do the same sexual activities you’ve always done before,” said clinical sexologist and sexuality educator Lawrence Siegel, … Read more
Call it an an act of snack-rilege. Can a bagel without a hole be called a bagel? The question is tearing NYC’s boiled dough community apart after local stalwart Utopia Bagels decided to reinvent the bread wheel, releasing the city’s first-ever intentionally no-hole bagels earlier this month. From now until Feb. 12, the classic Whitestone, … Read more
Everyone knows that football is secondary to the Super Bowl: it’s all about the ads. For this year’s game — which will feature the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers — experts told The Post that they are already seeing a trend among the big commercials. “Everything I’ve seen so far has been comedy … Read more
Many people think that if they “work through lunch” and eat at their desk, they’re saving time so they can get more done and finish their day at a reasonable hour. But is working at your desk through lunch really the best lifestyle and career decision? Two experts weighed in on whether eating at your … Read more
Sure, they’re born free — but taking the risky route could come at a high cost. Welcoming a baby into the world is often revered as sacred by most women. So rather than having the precious moment marred by the stressful madness of rushing to a hospital, getting drugged up and helplessly handing over the … Read more
Chill out! A TikTok creator who specializes in home health and body hygiene is assuring her followers that they can put warm leftovers in the fridge — and it’s actually better that they do. “My mother-in-law always said, ‘Leave the food out, let it cool down before you put it in the fridge otherwise it’ll … Read more
Air travel won’t be soaring to new heights anytime soon. A new report from a travel technology company warns that the next few years will be filled with “elevated” disruptions from airlines. The damning data from Amadeus also included a survey of senior industry leaders who anticipate these heightened delays and disruptions to be an … Read more
Fast foods take the effort out of eating — in more ways than one. Ever wonder why you can devour a pack of potato chips despite feeling full? Scientists have discovered that certain ultra-processed foods essentially undergo “predigestion,” which makes them seem less filling than truly whole and undigested foods. “It could be a grain … Read more