Memo to mom and dad. While the goal of parents everywhere is to ensure their children survive into adulthood intact, many may be unwittingly putting their kids at risk. Speaking to The Post, a board-certified pediatrician shared five ways you could be inadvertently setting up your kid for longterm health problems — and even shortening … Read more
“Patient zero” isn’t exactly the title you want attached to your travel itinerary. But that’s the grim distinction Dutch ornithologist Leo Schilperoord now holds after authorities identified him as the first case in a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship. The 70-year-old birdwatcher and his wife, Mirjam Schilperoord, 69, had toured an Argentinian … Read more
Between a rock-hard body and a soft place. Lifting weights has been shown to strengthen muscles, boost brain health and lower the risk of several health conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. While pumping iron can build sturdy muscles, some moves may cause other areas of the body to go soft. While lifting weights … Read more
Sleeping doesn’t count as cardio, but it is good for your heart. And the time you conk out each night could be the difference between a high and a low risk of heart attack or stroke. Finnish researchers studying bedtime habits have found that drifting off to dreamland at the same time each night can … Read more
Tax Day is quickly approaching, and with just one week left to file, it’s important to keep a close eye on common mistakes that taxpayers make. Filling out tax returns can be confusing, and there are some easy ways that people can slip up when filing themselves, according to Lisa Greene-Lewis, TurboTax expert and CPA, … Read more
Talk about getting down and dirty. The start of the new year means more people are heading to the gym and picking up weights — and increasing their risk of picking up and spreading germs. The results aren’t pretty. New research found pesky little bacteria lurking under fingernails long after the end of a workout. … Read more
Every family has one. Armchair parenting experts on Reddit engaged in a polarizing debate that asked users to ponder what popular parenting practices they’ve witnessed that are sure to “create a generation of emotionally broken adults in 20 years.” And it’s digital natives Gen Alpha, born between 2010–2024, will have firmly entered adulthood in two … Read more
Amy Poehler had her eyes wide shut for this movie. The actress, 54, accidentally mistook Nicole Kidman for Gwyneth Paltrow in the 2003 film “Cold Mountain.” “‘Cold Mountain.’ How cold was the mountain?” Poehler teased to the Goop founder, 53, on Tuesday’s episode of her “Good Hang” podcast. Gwyneth Paltrow and Amy Poehler. goodhangwithamypoehler/Instagram “I wasn’t … Read more
It’s not always winter storms or airline mishaps that disrupt holiday flights — sometimes, it’s the passengers themselves. With millions of Americans preparing to fly to see family or friends for the holidays, a former flight attendant is warning travelers not to commit common mistakes that can turn Christmas air travel into complete chaos — or make … Read more
Eating for the ‘gram rather than your nutritional well-being? The rise of social media has coincided with a surge in food misinformation and unhealthy eating habits among young and young-ish folk, experts warn. “I see a few recurring misconceptions among Millennials and Gen Z around nutrition,” Kylie Sakaida, MS, RD, best-selling author and Factor’s First … Read more
If you develop dementia, you can bank on it affecting your decision-making skills. More than 6 million Americans have dementia — a gradual decline in cognitive function like memory, language and problem-solving that significantly impacts daily life. Early signs of dementia include memory loss, difficulty finding words and disorientation. A neuropsychologist warns that problems managing … Read more
Brace yourself: Flu season is around the corner. Soon, subways, schools and offices will be filled with sniffling, sneezing and wheezing as the dreaded virus makes its sickening comeback. Want to avoid becoming one of them? Dr. Bruce Hirsch, an infectious disease specialist at Northwell Health, revealed the top five mistakes Americans make when getting … Read more
They’re in a league of their own! Studies suggest that over half of children aged 6 to 17 participate in youth sports. It’s essential to establish good habits around sleep, nutrition, hydration and practice at the beginning of a sports season to minimize injury risk and maximize performance. Here is how parents can help their … Read more
Don’t be the drip of the trip. Party-fouling your vacation is an easy crime that’s frequently committed, according to a master of etiquette — who’s urging tourists to act with tact, rather than tackiness, while traveling. “Self-awareness, courtesy towards others and a decent level of humility, are three foundational pillars to living a life of substance … Read more
Protect those luscious locks. Getting regular trims and doing weekly hair masks are important to keep your hair in tip-top shape — what you do as soon as you step out of the shower is crucial for the health of your hair. If you’re someone who uses a regular hair brush to comb through your … Read more
A brothel manager has revealed the “stupid” mistakes men make that land them in hot water with their wives or girlfriends after getting caught visiting the adult venue. Catherine DeNoire has managed one of the largest brothels in Europe for the last nine years, and during that time she has witnessed many confrontations between husbands and … Read more
No one gets out of life alive — but one expert says we can take steps to make sure we leave the earthly plane riding the high of a “good death.” “While 80% of people want to die at home surrounded by loved ones, only 30% actually do,” End Well founder Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider told … Read more
As we glide into summer, many of us are ramping up our workouts to achieve that chiseled summer bod. Dr. James Gladstone, chief of sports medicine at Mount Sinai Health Systems Department of Orthopedics, has some words of warning — call it a bone to pick, if you will — for fitness enthusiasts who might … Read more
Memorial Day is almost here — and that means it’s time to grill, chill and fill your plate. But while you’re flipping burgers and cracking cold ones, don’t forget: food poisoning loves a good outdoor party, too. One wrong move, and your three-day weekend with friends and family can turn into a long, lonely date … Read more
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. It’s important to adapt to the cultural rules of another country when visiting it — especially regarding food. World-renowned Italian chef Massimo Bottura recently shared the food mistakes he often witnesses many travelers making when visiting his home country. According to Bottura, one of the biggest blunders … Read more