Want the benefits of Botox without the bill? Try this grocery store item. TikTok gals are claiming that flaxseed facial masks work as an at-home Botox dupe. “It’s Botox you make at home, honey. And the best part is it’s two ingredients: flaxseeds and water,” TikToker Victoria Benitez claimed in a viral TikTok that has … Read more
Perhaps your skincare routine could use an unusual fin-ishing touch — sardines. Eating the small and oily canned fish makes skin look smooth and dewy like “glass,” according to TikTokers who swear by the method. TikTok creator Katia claimed in a video over the summer that she’s eating sardines every day for breakfast “for perfect … Read more
In a world of fast food restaurants sometimes associated with overindulgence, Subway could be a viable option if you’re looking to eat a quick and healthy meal. Nutrition experts say that with some planning, it’s possible to order a healthy meal at Subway thanks to the many veggies and the various breads to offer (wheat bread, malted … Read more
A coroner has issued a warning about the risks of the contraceptive pill combined with an often unknown underlying condition after two women died in the same month in similar circumstances. On a morning in September 2021, 24-year-old makeup artist Georgia O’Neill sent a text to her roommate and her father to say she was … Read more
Tension headaches and migraines are the most common types of head pains, yet the exact source of those conditions has alluded experts — until now. A research team in Germany studied magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs) of 50 patients to analyze connections between headache frequency, neck pain and facial muscle trigger points. They specifically focused on … Read more
If you think your extra helping of holiday dinner will offset your headache from the bottle of wine you downed by yourself — think again. Experts explained that even though eating a lot of food while you chug cocktails may make you feel less drunk because it slows alcohol’s release into your bloodstream, it also … Read more
Your hairdo may be a hair don’t. Cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes (cVMS), commonly found in hair products, are known for shining and smoothing tresses — desirable qualities when you’re trying to tame frizz and prevent tangles. But a new study published this month by the American Chemical Society suggests that when these molecules are heated … Read more
Nobody wants to be a bag lady. To some extent, under-eye bags and dark circles on genetics. But as holiday stress weighs you down, experts also advise cutting back on a few unhealthy habits to reduce their appearance. Your individual biology — genetics, anatomy, lymphatics and the vascular system — as well as skin health and aging … Read more
Experts suggest that Americans stop worrying about getting a perfect eight hours of sleep and warn that stressing about the magic number may actually result in a drop in sleep quality and duration. Dr. Reena Mehra, a director of sleep-disorders research at the Cleveland Clinic, told The Wall Street Journal that consciously focusing on falling asleep … Read more
Drop your energy costs like they’re hot. With tumbling temperatures comes — like snow and Santa Claus — a sometimes steep rise in the heating bill. But with a little ingenuity, experts say, anybody can stretch their winter dollar further, keeping the house warm and your bank account from draining out entirely — no move to … Read more
Chew on this. One in five American children are being given melatonin gummies and tablets by their parents to get them to sleep — despite ongoing warnings against giving the popular natural sleep aid to children and adolescents without a prescription. The increased numbers represent a shocking rise from just a few years ago, according … Read more
You snooze, you lose — but don’t blame it on the turkey. Post-meal naps on Thanksgiving have become as ritualistic as the holiday itself. Oftentimes the November meal’s main course is scapegoated as the sole perpetrator for the late afternoon daze. The uninformed turkey-and-snooze consumer might tell you that the bird contains exorbitant amounts of … Read more
It’s one of the most terrifying events imaginable. There have been over 50 recent reports of frightening cyberattacks that have altered planes’ in-flight GPS, leading to what experts described as “critical navigation failures” onboard the aircraft. More frightening still, industry leaders thought that this type of hacking was not possible and are at a loss … Read more
What makes a sumptuous holiday dinner complete? For many people, it’s the splitting red wine headache that follows. Medical researchers and wine lovers alike have tried for thousands of years to determine what causes some people to get a throbbing headache after drinking even a small amount of maroon-colored vino. Theories abound: Some people blame … Read more
Cases of a fatal respiratory condition in dogs have appeared in Oregon, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada and throughout the Northeast as veterinarians scramble to determine what is causing the mysterious illness. The first symptom, experts say, is a pervasive cough that can last for several weeks and is resistant to traditional antibiotic treatments. “It seems … Read more
When it comes to preventing a miserable, deadly disease — better late than never. Health professionals are reminding people that there’s still time to get vaccinated before Thanksgiving, especially as the threat of a possible “tripledemic” of flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) looms. “The bottom line is that the flu is not to … Read more
Dr. Mom may have been right: The simple home remedy of gargling with saltwater could help fight infection. Researchers found that patients with COVID-19 who gargled with saltwater and did nasal rinses had lower hospitalization rates compared to those who did not use the home remedy. They presented the findings this week at the American College of … Read more
Patrick Dempsey has taken home the title of People Magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive,” leaving envious males wondering whether they can emulate the traits that make him so damn hot. But it turns out, there’s nothing specific that makes a man — or a woman — sexy. “Sexiness is in the eye of the beholder,” body … Read more
Fish is often hailed as a nutritional heavy hitter — providing a slew of health benefits. As fish is rich in essential nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, high-quality protein and a variety of vitamins and minerals, the seafood can make for a healthy choice in an overall balanced diet. Not every type of fish, … Read more
Don’t want your belly shaking like a bowl full of jelly this holiday season? Wellness experts claim that performing everyday household chores like scrubbing floors and folding laundry, can burn up to 500 calories a go — and ultimately aid in the mission to avoid packing on the pounds. “If you’re using house cleaning as a … Read more