Singer-songwriter Kinky Friedman has died. He was 79. A statement from Friedman’s X account confirmed his death on Thursday. “Kinky Friedman stepped on a rainbow at his beloved Echo Hill surrounded by family & friends. Kinkster endured tremendous pain & unthinkable loss in recent years but he never lost his fighting spirit and quit wit,” … Read more
Move over, Ozempic. Researchers say a similar medication helped more than 200 overweight adults shed an average of 15.6% of their body weight after 48 weeks — with less muscle lost. The promising results of a phase 2 trial of pemvidutide — which included “significant” decreases in heart disease risk factors such as cholesterol — … Read more
Connor McDavid epitomized heartbreak on Monday night after the Oilers fell in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final to the Panthers. With his head down by the Oilers bench, the sadness was evident even as he waited for each and every one of his teammates to skate off the ice after the postgame handshake … Read more
Princess Anne has reportedly suffered memory loss after sustaining head injuries following a horse-related incident over the weekend. The Princess Royal, 73, spent a second night in the hospital on Monday as doctors performed tests on her after it emerged that she had suffered a concussion. Her memory loss, which is a direct result of … Read more
2 legit? “Losing weight would be a lot easier if your body was addicted to fitness, and I got one little trick that will help you do that,” Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, began a TikTok last week about her 2-2-2 method. Rizzo’s daily plan involves drinking two big bottles of … Read more
It’s difficult to have a worse 15 minutes than this MMA fighter out of the Czech Republic, who lost a fight and had his marriage proposal denied in front of 20,000 screaming fans. Lukas Bukovaz fought in a 2 vs. 1 MMA event alongside teammate Patrik Horvath — they each fought in successive 1-on-1 bouts … Read more
Your best friend’s voice on the phone. Crashing waves at the beach. Music festivals and the roar of the subway. Sound makes the world go ’round. If you’ve noticed that you can’t hear as well as you used to — for example, your dining companions sound muffled in restaurants or you find yourself increasing the … Read more
People are both growing and slimming down their wardrobe — thanks to Ozempic. With weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy taking over, retailers are beginning to notice that shoppers are buying more clothes in smaller sizes. According to a survey conducted in March, about 15.5 million people — 6% of US adults — have … Read more
This eggcellent news is nothing to yolk about. Eggs have long been a point of contention among health experts, with some claiming the ovum is hell on the heart. Yet, research dispels the belief that eggs are harmful to the cardiovascular system and even suggests that a daily dose of this superfood could be a … Read more
An Oilers fan’s apparent blunder stole the spotlight Thursday during Edmonton’s Game 3 loss to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final. With a little more than a minute remaining in the first period, cameras caught an Edmonton fan cheering moments after Panthers center Sam Reinhart scored the opening goal at Rodgers Place in … Read more
Un-Bell-ievable! Kristen Carli, an Arizona-based registered dietitian, claims that she has found the best Taco Bell order for weight loss: a Chicken Burrito Supreme Fresco and a Mad Tasty Grapefruit Sparkling Water. “This meal provides a balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fats, which can help maintain energy levels and support muscle mass,” Carli wrote Thursday … Read more
Fill ‘er up! Low-glycemic foods are a key component of overall wellness — they are digested and absorbed more slowly, meaning that when we eat them, we feel fuller for longer. A diet of these foods supports weight management by increasing satiety and decreasing caloric intake while also stabilizing blood sugar levels, which is essential … Read more
She’s no friend of store-bought blends. Pre-made smoothies and cocktails as well as frozen foods should be avoided if you’re trying to shed pounds, a Georgia women’s weight loss coach claims. “These foods I’m seeing eaten in excess, not moderation, which can make weight loss really difficult,” Jenna Rizzo said in a Monday TikTok that has … Read more
Sorry, Ozempic users. Bariatric surgery leads to more weight loss that’s longer-lasting compared to drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy and behavioral changes such as diet and exercise, new research finds. “Metabolic and bariatric surgery remains the most effective and durable treatment for severe obesity. Unfortunately, it also remains among the most underutilized,” said study co-author … Read more
A balanced diet and an active lifestyle are the cornerstones of weight loss, but for those looking to up their efforts to slim down, supplements may provide the metabolic boost they need. Dr. Mark Anton, a plastic surgeon in Orange County, California, recently revealed to SheFinds the six-pack of supplements he recommends to patients looking … Read more
Antonia Arcabascio has always envied Pamela Anderson’s ample endowment. So, while dropping 60 pounds with exercise and Ozempic, the Staten Islander bought herself a set of breasts to beat the Playboy pinup’s perky pair. “Getting my boobs done during my weight loss journey has made me feel like my best self,” Arcabascio, 28, a cosmetologist, … Read more
They didn’t work out. Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, is sharing five common fitness habits she says did nothing for her body or mind. “When I first started, I literally knew nothing about fitness. I did what everybody else did and I turned to social media for guidance,” Rizzo revealed to her 77,300 … Read more
Start the clock! Practicing protein pacing — evenly spacing protein consumption throughout the day — and intermittent fasting — limiting eating to certain times — is better for gut health, weight loss, and metabolic responses than just restricting calories, a new Arizona State University study finds. 27 women and 14 men who were overweight or … Read more
Experts are warning of one more potential side effect to popular weight loss drugs: reckless behavior. According to two experts, the drugs could cause people to act out of character, engaging in risky behavior, like gambling, or making huge life changes, like getting a divorce, reports the Daily Mail. Experts argue that weight loss drugs … Read more
Dame Judi Dench has hinted that her glittering 60-year acting career could soon be ending. While attending the Chelsea Flower Show in London last week, the Oscar-winning actress was asked if she had any upcoming projects in the works. “No, no. I can’t even see,” Dench responded, according to Deadline. The Oscar winner was asked if … Read more