Exclusive | Meet NYC’s weed-loving over-60s — as seniors are using marijuana more than ever

Exclusive | Meet NYC’s weed-loving over-60s — as seniors are using marijuana more than ever

Not to be blunt, but Gail Zanchelli hated marijuana as a teen growing up on Long Island. “Tried it, never liked it,” Zanchelli, 64, told The Post. Now it’s part of her nightly routine. The Deer Park resident takes 60 milligrams of gummies infused with THC — the main active ingredient in marijuana — before … Read more

Which clothing color is most returned by online shoppers — and why, survey reveals

Which clothing color is most returned by online shoppers — and why, survey reveals

This topic is red hot. Shopping online is always something of a gamble, but there’s one controversial detail that can turn the perfect piece into a fashion fumble: color. 51 million customer reviews were analyzed to find the most maligned color online. konradbak – stock.adobe.com And, for a majority of web customers, the one color … Read more

Survey reveals growing acceptance of frugality among Americans

Survey reveals growing acceptance of frugality among Americans

Being “frugal” is “in” according to a majority of Americans. A survey of 2,000 Americans split evenly by generation and gender found that 61% agree that it’s less tacky to be “frugal” today than it was 10 years ago. In fact, the word no longer holds a harsh connotation, as respondents were likeliest to say … Read more

Doctors warn this popular ballpark treat raises colorectal cancer risk

Doctors warn this popular ballpark treat raises colorectal cancer risk

Let’s be frank. While it’s common to indulge in a hot dog at a baseball game, a new poll reveals that most Americans do not know that the tubular meat may be one of the wurst things for their health. “Tens of millions of Americans could eat hot dogs this baseball season, but most of … Read more

1 in 50 men believe they can outrun a champion racehorse, new survey reveals

1 in 50 men believe they can outrun a champion racehorse, new survey reveals

One in 50 men think they could beat a horse in a 100 meter sprint, according to research. Other animals they think could outpace include crocodiles (27 per cent) and elephants (20 per cent). Another 11 percent reckon they could outsprint a house cat over 10 meters – even if it caught them up before … Read more

Here’s why 90% of Americans don’t sleep through the night

Here’s why 90% of Americans don’t sleep through the night

Sleep is of great importance to overall health, but many people struggle to get quality slumber. In an annual survey by US News, which was released in March, thousands of Americans weighed in on their sleep habits. While the National Institutes of Health recommends seven to nine hours of sleep every night, 58% of people reported … Read more

44% of people don’t even want to tell their doctor about this embarrassing health issue — plus the lengths they go to hide it

44% of people don’t even want to tell their doctor about this embarrassing health issue — plus the lengths they go to hide it

Maybe it’s just a small dribble after a sneeze, or that sudden urge to go that sends you rushing to the bathroom — only to come up short. Urinary incontinence is a common condition affecting over 25 million Americans, but a staggering 44% say they aren’t comfortable discussing it with their doctor. That’s according to … Read more

Three-quarters of American homeowners feel they need to compete with their neighbors: poll

Three-quarters of American homeowners feel they need to compete with their neighbors: poll

Three in four Americans feel pressured to keep up with their neighbors when it comes to their home, according to a new survey. The research of 2,000 American homeowners with lawns found that 76% admit to feeling like they have to be competitive with their neighbors for curb appeal. In fact, half of respondents said … Read more

Here is how often each US state is having sex — by the way, it’s not a lot for many

Here is how often each US state is having sex — by the way, it’s not a lot for many

We need to get laid more. The average American has sex only once per week, according to new research — with just two remote states out of fifty managing two or more rolls in the hay. The sad sack statistics, released by mattress company NapLab, took a hard look at how much hanky panky is happening … Read more

Most Americans think that streaming is the best way to listen to music: survey

Most Americans think that streaming is the best way to listen to music: survey

Is physical music doomed? A new survey found most Americans believe streaming music is “superior” than all physical forms of music combined. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found 38% believe streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify are superior to their physical counterparts — where 13% believe CDs are supreme, 12% are vinyl purists … Read more

Quarter of Americans experience burnout by 30

Quarter of Americans experience burnout by 30

A quarter of Americans are burnt out before they’re 30, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults, conducted by Talker Research, looked at how the stress of the past decade has culminated and found that the average respondent experiences peak burnout at around 42 years old. For Gen Z and millennial adults, now 18 to … Read more

I’m a weight loss surgeon — beware this food that seems healthy but is not

I’m a weight loss surgeon — beware this food that seems healthy but is not

New year, new pantry? A new survey finds that 19% of US adults plan to eat healthier in 2025. One way to do that is to ditch ultra-processed foods, which are often bursting with calories, sugar, fat and salt. When looking for better alternatives to cookies, potato chips and marshmallow cereals, beware foods that wear … Read more

Over two-thirds of US teens don’t drink, smoke or use marijuana —but this one vice’s making ground: survey

Over two-thirds of US teens don’t drink, smoke or use marijuana —but this one vice’s making ground: survey

In a sense, it’s a sobering report. Most American teenagers are staying away from alcohol, marijuana, cigarettes and vapes as part of a lasting effect of the COVID-19 pandemic — while just one vice is making ground, according to a national survey released Tuesday. Roughly two-thirds of high school seniors said they hadn’t drunk alcohol … Read more

Scientists pinpoint key attribute of people who have more willpower — how to get it yourself

Scientists pinpoint key attribute of people who have more willpower — how to get it yourself

Forget the fountain of youth — researchers in Norway believe they have found the recipe for success. Two professors from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) set out to determine which personality traits are needed to become good at something. Their study found that those with more willpower tend to also have an important … Read more

Do American workers actually feel appreciated during the holidays?

Do American workers actually feel appreciated during the holidays?

What do American workers want for the holidays? Connection and appreciation, says a new study. The poll of 2,000 U.S. employees found that 55% feel more appreciated during the holiday season than any other time of the year.  For the holidays, two in three (65%) said they’d likely attend their workplace’s holiday party this year. … Read more

Most fantasy football managers quit during this week of the season

Most fantasy football managers quit during this week of the season

Thriving or hanging in there when it comes to your fantasy football team? Week 10 of the NFL season sees the most people finally give up, according to new research.  A new survey of 2,000 Americans who play fantasy football conducted a health check on how managers are currently coping as they pursue personal and … Read more

Planning holiday travel with your kids? This is when you can expect ‘peak stress’ to hit – and how you can mitigate it

Planning holiday travel with your kids? This is when you can expect ‘peak stress’ to hit – and how you can mitigate it

Three and a half hours into holiday travel with their kids is when “peak stress” hits parents, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 parents with kids aged 5–12, who have traveled for the holidays with their child in the last year, looked at the highs (and lows) of traveling with little ones during … Read more

Here’s why baby boomers enjoy learning new skills

Here’s why baby boomers enjoy learning new skills

The majority of baby boomers love to learn new things, but they think they’re too old to actually do so, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans, split evenly by generation, revealed that although 74% of boomers said they “love” learning new things, and six in 10 find that learning something new is … Read more

Many Americans doing more good deeds to make up for 2024

Many Americans doing more good deeds to make up for 2024

Four in 10 Americans are actively doing more good deeds before the end of 2024 — to make up for the rest of the year. A new survey of 2,000 general population Americans revealed that 43% are using the end of the year to compensate for the rest of 2024, increasing their good deeds like volunteering … Read more

Climate change is Americans’ biggest concern for their children — not the economy, new survey reveals

Climate change is Americans’ biggest concern for their children — not the economy, new survey reveals

The majority of Americans are worried about how younger generations will be impacted by climate change and are actively seeking ways to help, according to a new study. The survey of 2,000 American car owners uncovered that 52% are worried about climate change when thinking about the future for younger generations. Going further, more than … Read more