The simplest tool to calm anxiety is just a step away, according to a recent study. A survey of 2,000 Americans with outdoor spaces at home revealed that 94% of respondents agreed that the simple act of stepping outside helps them relax when stressed or anxious. On average, respondents reported it takes about nine minutes … Read more
Birds fly over the rainbow — so why can’t you watch your worries fly away, too? A new study from North Carolina State University, published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology, found that bird-watching can help college students improve their mental health. Studies have shown that spending time in nature can boost overall well-being, but … Read more
Sock it to me, doc. A dermatologist has revealed why everyone — not just older people — should be wearing compression socks. “Not enough people use compression socks and when they do, they’re putting them on the wrong way,” Dr. Scott Walter, who is based in Denver, Colorado, says in a recent TikTok video. “Before … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Achoo! Bless you, and bless having a good air purifier this year to deal with allergy season. When the weather warms up, pollen and dust love swirling in the air, and for those of us stuck with seasonal … Read more
Substituting sugar for low-calorie sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose and stevia derived substances can improve weight loss, help weight management and improve your mood, according to a new study out of Denmark. “Our findings support the use of sweeteners and sweetness enhancers (S&SEs) found in many foods and beverages worldwide as alternatives to sugar-sweetened products to … Read more
You won’t want to forget these tips. A neuroscientist is revealing five simple things you can do every day to stimulate your brain and improve your memory — from getting eight to 10 hours of sleep a night to practicing mindfulness. Brain health is a critical but often overlooked aspect of our overall health and … Read more
Sit back, relax and let the sound waves wash over you. Sound baths — which do not involve water, but rather laying on a yoga mat and listening to instrumental music, such as the sounds of gongs, bells and singing bowls — have been shown to relieve stress and could even reduce pain, according to University … Read more
How do you like them apples? An apple is no longer the preferred fruit for deterring doctor’s visits: New Zealand scientists found that eating kiwi can boost one’s mood in as little as four days, according to a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. “It’s great for people to know that small changes … Read more
More than a month into the New Year of 2024, those who haven’t yet made progress on their health and weight-loss resolutions may be feeling a little discouraged. But experts agree that the number on the scale shouldn’t be the only way to measure a “win.” Weight alone doesn’t paint a complete picture of a person’s … Read more
The vegan diet is twice as nice as experts previously thought. They share not only a genetic background, but identical twins also share the same upbringing and environment, making them ideal study subjects to test the viability of a particular diet. So researchers chose twins when they devised an innovative study to compare the benefits … Read more
Adults are sedentary for an average of 9½ hours each day, studies have shown — and all that sitting could be putting people’s heart health at risk. Researchers from the University of College London (UCL) and the University of Sydney found that replacing just a few moments of sitting with any other type of activity — even … Read more
If you don’t have time for a relaxing walk through the woods, try a nature video instead. A new study found that watching even a brief video of nature scenes significantly improved the mental health of viewers — especially compared to the effect of watching scenes of urban environments. The researchers focused on late adolescence, … Read more
It’s time to face the music — and your skin will thank you for it. Vibing out to hits from the chart-topping likes of Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, SZA and Drake is no longer solely a form of funky entertainment — it’s now a means to achieving healthy skin, according to an October study on the therapeutic … Read more
Rise and grind! Dr. Karan Rajan — a surgeon with the UK’s National Health Service and a TikToker who goes by Dr. Raj — is highlighting the potential link between drinking coffee and experiencing intense orgasms. Rajan floated the hypothesis while responding last week to two TikTokers’ caffeine-sex claims. “I just found out that if … Read more
If your dog is having a ruff time, throw them a bone. A new study published in the journal Applied Animal Behaviour Science suggests that giving an anxious dog a chew toy can actually help improve their memory. Researchers from Auburn University in Alabama examined the effect of chewing on cognition in dogs. Dog trainers … Read more
Life can be a little more fantastic with some plastic. The record-breaking “Barbie” movie has inspired a cultural phenomenon, contributing to a pink paint shortage and inspiring a fabulously feminine fashion trend, dubbed “Barbiecore.” More than just an aesthetic fad, the Greta Gerwig-directed flick, starring Margot Robbie as the titular Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, has also … Read more
Three in four mobile gamers swear video games have improved their lives. A recent survey of 2,000 American gamers revealed how video games are more than just pastimes — 72% of respondents attested to the positive impact of video games on various aspects of their daily lives. Many credit games for enhancing relaxation (68%), improving … Read more
Blue light eyewear enthusiasts might be seeing red after this. Glasses that claim to shield your eyes from screens’ blue light and supposedly help you get better shut-eye may not provide much benefit at all — other than elevating your accessories. A new study, published Friday in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, found that blue … Read more
Life’s a beach. Work is anything but. This summer, here’s to hoping you find yourself on a literal sandy strip with ample time to contemplate your career, bettering yourself, what success means to you and yada yada yada. And even if you don’t make it out East (lucky you) or down the shore (luckier you), … Read more
Social media users are holding their breath over the results of this advice. Multiple TikTok influencers have shared what they claim is a simple, yet unconventional way for men to improve their jawlines: go to sleep with your mouth taped shut. Last December, Ollie Martin, a TikToker with 500,000 followers, encouraged people to tape their … Read more