QUESTION: Hey Dr Zac, over winter I was cranking up the heater, but someone at work mentioned these reverse cycle heaters/air conditioners, especially older ones, can spread bacteria like legionella. We also have a gas heater in the kitchen, and he said that can emit carbon monoxide. Is that true? With summer coming up – should … Read more
A common over-the-counter medication could significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer coming back. In a Swedish study, a low dose of aspirin was shown to slash recurrence in half for patients with colon and rectal cancer whose tumors had a specific type of genetic mutation. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital followed more than … Read more
Big Apple commuter town. Seriously big bucks. Scarsdale has been named America’s wealthiest suburb in a new study, with the mean household income exceeding an eye-popping $600,000 in 2023. The tony Westchester town, with a population of 17,723 residents, topped the rich list, compiled by GOBankingRates. The company analyzed suburbs with at least 5,000 households, … Read more
Our kids learn a lot from children’s shows, but what happens when they pick up the wrong lessons? For Kelly, it’s a parenting challenge she was surprised she had to face. She shared her shock in a recent TikTok after her three year old son, Kia, adopted a new phrase. “We taught him the sentence wasn’t nice … Read more
Opened your mailbox lately to find a random household object in with your daily selection of bills and junk? Don’t be creeped out by the mysterious placement, and definitely don’t remove it — your mailman will thank you. Here’s why it’s there: As temps rise, out come the yellowjackets and wasps. And apparently, they’ve got a thing … Read more
A woman caught her husband cheating in one of the most bizarre ways — and it involved an item everyone is guilty of using. There are some obvious signs that someone isn’t being faithful in a relationship — being sneaky with their phone, suddenly having to work late. But rarely do people think to pay … Read more
King Charles and Queen Camilla have strict rules regarding what is and isn’t allowed in the royal palace. Cleaner Anne Simmons, who previously worked as a royal cleaner for over a decade, has shed light on how tightly the royals run their households. According to the cleaner, one item in particular has been included on … Read more
Talk about a dirty little secret. One everyday appliance — a staple of domestic hygiene — may actually be harboring microscopic nasties that no amount of disinfectant can scrub away. This staple of domestic hygiene could be harboring harmful bacteria, a new study says. magdal3na – stock.adobe.com While you might be eyeballing your toilet or … Read more
Scientists have discovered promising new anti-aging powers in a common household plant and it comes just in time to combat the summer sun. A new study has revealed that aloe vera offers “exceptional anti-aging effects” and could even help treat and prevent skin disease. The particles extracted from the prickly green succulent were found to … Read more
Would you prefer to lose your hair or lose your pet? A doctor is sounding the alarm over the dangers of the topical version of hair-loss medication minoxidil, saying residue on your hands could prove deadly to your dog or cat. Dr Joe Whittington, who boasts more than 2 million followers on TikTok, made a video PSA … Read more
What a load of crap! While the apocalyptic days of extreme toilet paper shortages may be behind us, the industry is still gaming sup-ply and demand, a new report reveals. Since 2020, the nature calls necessity has been subject to wild price increases — and in subsequent years has been subject to serious shrinkflation, analysts at … Read more
Experts say that if your sex life is less than sizzling, try cleaning up your bedroom. “Studies show that clutter kills libido. A messy and disorganized space can cause stress, which is not good for our sex life,” sex educator Portia Brown explained to The Guardian. “You may find yourself thinking, ‘Why haven’t I put away that laundry?’ instead … Read more
Shot of vinegar, anyone? While a spoonful of sugar may help the medicine go down, experts say a spoonful of vinegar could be the key to weight management and an overall boon to the body. On an episode of the podcast “Diary Of A CEO,” French biochemist and bestselling author Jessie Inchauspé, also known as … Read more
Just two aspirin a week may help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer in adults living unhealthy lifestyles, new research from Mass General Brigham finds. Nearly 108,000 health professionals were included in the study — most were around 50 years old. Researchers recorded their aspirin intake and assigned them a lifestyle score based on their … Read more
Looking for an easy and inexpensive way to freshen up your relationship? A new survey of 2,000 adults, half of whom are in a relationship, revealed 69% of Americans say the simple act of seeing their partner clean is a turn-on. The data shows that when it comes to relationships, it’s the little things that … Read more
Press pause and start cleaning. A mom from Western Australia has revealed the household item that everyone forgets to clean after noticing it had built up a decade’s worth of filth. Not once did she think about cleaning her TV remote in the 13 years since she bought her TV. It’s important to take the … Read more
Get a load of this! A southern California mom of 14 says she spends more than $75,000 a year on food, mortgage, utilities, clothes, and other essentials for her family, like laundry detergent — she does 21 loads of laundry a week! “We need a minimum [of] $6,000 a month to run the house,” caterer … Read more
Our homes are filled with everyday items that serve us well, but recognizing when it’s time to bid them farewell is key to maintaining an organized living space. Here are practical insights into the life cycles of common household items and clothing to help you make informed decisions about when to let go. Household items Clothing … Read more
Nancy Savoca’s 1993 film “Household Saints,” a warmhearted fable spiced with magic realism and zesty performances, may be the most endearing of multigenerational Italian American family sagas and is likely the most mystical. Heavy on folk belief, it flirts with Bresson’s “Diary of a Country Priest” and the divine madness the Greeks called theia mania. … Read more
This is worse than eating your homework. Molly, a 10-month-old Bernedoodle pup, ate her owner’s socks, resulting in an emergency trip to the vet and a life-saving procedure. Kerrylee Hempenstall, the naughty puppy’s owner, only realized something was wrong with Molly when she refused to eat and began throwing up one day last month. After … Read more