Nearly half of American pet owners (45%) have turned down travel opportunities that can’t accommodate their pet, according to new research. It’s no surprise why: The survey of 2,000 pet owners found that 73% are more likely to take a road trip instead of flying specifically so they can bring their four-legged family member. Fifty-one … Read more
One in five Americans are looking to “break up” with their house, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 homeowners revealed that 20% are thinking of ending their “relationship” with their home due to changes in their financial situation (24%) and their home needing too many repairs (22%). On top of that, respondents also … Read more
They’re a bunch of “sick” puppies. Gen Z workers are far more likely to fake an illness to get out of work than their elders — even when they’re fine, a new report revealed. Around 80 percent of those polled under the age of 29 admitted to calling out sick at least once during the past … Read more
The average American hits their energy wall before 3 p.m. on any given day, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that by 2:48 p.m., their energy typically begins to fade, though one in five (21%) say it wanes before noon. In fact, 82% of those polled feel like they’re operating … Read more
The brain may undergo a notable shift at midlife, as new research suggests that its protective immune cells begin to decline and are increasingly replaced by inflammatory cells at around age 50. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego; New York Genome Center; and University of California, Irvine, found that these brain changes may … Read more
When it comes to sleep, is eight hours really the magic number? While adequate rest is undoubtedly an important component of human health, how much sleep we need isn’t necessarily the same for everyone. A new review from Brain Medicine challenges the notion that all adults require eight hours of sleep per night to be … Read more
Americans’ anxiety about the healthcare industry is on the rise, according to new research. But trust in their providers hasn’t wavered — a new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults who visited a doctor within the past year found that while 43% reported increased anxiety about healthcare, 84% still trust their providers and the information they … Read more
Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe children under the age of 16 should not be allowed on social media, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that 62% of respondents agreed that kids 15 and under should be barred from creating social media accounts. With discussions ramping up around the topic, the research … Read more
The rise in UFO news coverage is increasing belief in aliens, particularly for younger Americans, according to a new survey. The survey of 2,000 Americans asked people whether recent UFO or UAP news coverage has changed their opinion on the topic and found that 37% now believe more than they used to. More than half … Read more
California dominates America’s broccoli supply — bad news for the rest of the country. Broccoli is the most consumed vegetable in the country, and the sunshine state grows over 90% of America’s fresh broccoli. A recent study published in Agribusiness by researchers from Cornell University warns that the country’s supply of broccoli is vulnerable to … Read more
During a school year, parents spend a grand total of 432 hours on meal planning and preparation. That’s according to a recent survey of 2,000 parents with school-aged kids (5-17), in which respondents said they spend 12 hours on food prep and cooking each week. In the study, parents said they’ll devote three hours to … Read more
Americans believe 60% of snack foods have too many ingredients, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 general population Americans looked at respondents’ snacking habits and preferences, and the results revealed that many people are looking for simple options.For a majority of respondents (66%), the fewer ingredients a snack has, the more likely they … Read more
You may soon be able to walk and chew cancer-fighting gum at the same time. Researchers have bioengineered chewing gum to attack three microbes linked to oral cancer, including human papillomavirus, the most common sexually transmitted infection. It was 93% effective in reducing the virus in saliva samples. The research team, led by University of … Read more
New research has revealed that more than half of Americans admit they regularly fail to step outside during an in-office workday. A survey of 2,000 hybrid workers explored the realities of the daily grind and uncovered that beyond their morning and evening commute, 56% stay trapped indoors. On top of that, 85% of workers skip … Read more
WASHINGTON — An anti-abortion group is calling for a Senate investigation into the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) funding of research that used fetal organs and tissue. In January of this year, the NIH announced it was stopping money meant for research that used fetal tissue from elective abortions, but the 40 Days for Life … Read more
One in five Americans would sooner take cooking advice from a “food-fluencer” than from their own mom (18%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults found that for many, social media is overtaking traditional ways of learning to cook — so much so, that even our own mothers can’t compete. Only 33% say … Read more
From gambling and pawning possessions to taking out loans, a new survey uncovered the extreme lengths parents go to afford back-to-school supplies. The survey of 2,000 parents of school-aged children revealed that nearly one in 10 (8%) have gambled in order to have money for their kids’ school supplies. Others admitted to pawning their belongings … Read more
Bra-vo for this uplifting news. Breast cancer cases are consistently on the rise, accounting for about 30% of all new female cancers annually and affecting more than 320,000 people this year alone. A piece of wearable technology, though, could hold the key to earlier detection for one of the most common and deadliest cancers for women, giving … Read more
The little blue pill that helps men rise to the occasion may do a lot more. Research continues to reveal unexpected health benefits of Viagra that extend beyond the bedroom. From reversing hearing loss to treating enlarged prostates and lowering the risk of heart disease, the erectile dysfunction drug may have another surprising use to … Read more
A whale’s dive shapes its song patterns, suggests new research. The study using data from suction caps attached to the aquatic mammals is the first to connect an entire humpback whale song structure to a complete dive cycle. The findings could help infer whale behavior from acoustic recordings alone, say scientists. The haunting, complex songs … Read more