Talk about an unlikely hero. Tapeworms are often the bane of the health world, from ill-advised use to achieve a slim waist to inflicting terrible neurological symptoms like headaches, confusion, seizures and death. Medication used for the little larvae could provide relief for a disease with debilitating pain and no cure that experts have deemed … Read more
There’s nothing seedy about this superfood. A silent yet deadly epidemic is sweeping the nation, with the number of Americans living with heart failure expected to nearly double from 6.7 million in 2024 to 11.4 million by 2050. While widely known for its antioxidant properties, one popular fruit could also hold the key to improving … Read more
Long before it became love language between those bunking up in the biblical sense, “boo” was used to frighten the kiddos. But with all of this war, pestilence, homicidal rogue AI … one might suppose callous gen Zers — up through the Betans, even — just don’t frighten that easy anymore come Oct. 31. Hmmm, … Read more
Move over Costco, Krispy Kreme is coming for your churro groupies. Krispy Kreme is taking on fall with a brand new debut — Churro Doughnut Dots. The new, poppable treat is made with its signature light and airy dough and tossed in a cinnamon and sugar coating. Each order of Churro Dots comes with eight … Read more
Costco shoppers are doing the ‘monster mash’ on this candy-stuffed Frankenstein. The warehouse giant has unleashed a monster-sized sweet treat: a life-sized, 5.5-pound Frankenstein head made of 100% Belgian chocolate that requires shoppers to smash open with an included wooden mallet to get to the gummy candy inside. The $55 chocolate Frankenstein is filled with … Read more
Next time you have a good, hard think, just know you’re racking your brains. Yes, you read that right — it’s plural. Scientists at Stanford University have discovered that the human brain isn’t one, but two organs. And the revelation could be huge for researching treatment for serious diseases including ALS. Scientists have uncovered an … Read more
It’s National Dog Day, and one dog treat creator thinks dogs should be included in the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, which emphasizes whole, nutrient-dense foods. “We have never used anything artificial,” Sarah Goldberger, New York-based founder and CEO of organic dog treat company Lord Jameson, told Fox News Digital. “We’ve never used fake food coloring. … Read more
At 16 years old, Megan Rappa was missing school for what felt like a full system breakdown. She’d suffered irregular and painful periods for years before a gynecologist finally named her condition — but still, nothing changed. “Even with a diagnosis, my symptoms were just mine to deal with and there was not a solution … Read more
The man who wants to live as long as possible has a new-ish lease on life. Known for outlandish tactics to delay death, Bryan Johnson recently admitted he may have taken things too far. Even after his recent revelation, though, the biohacker still steers clear of popular junk foods and has a different definition of … Read more
Wendy’s is freezing prices on a crave-worthy item — but only for a limited time. From now until August 23, the fast food hub is bringing back the $1 Frosty, helping budget-conscious snackers cool off from summer inflation with a dollop of the chain’s famous chocolate or vanilla frozen dessert. The $1 Frosty deal runs … Read more
I scream, you scream, we all scream for the surprising benefits of ice cream. With Sunday marking National Ice Cream Day, plenty of chains are offering up freebies, including one beloved franchise. And experts are giving the scoop on how the sweet summer treat can actually be good for your health. A fan favorite for … Read more
Summer is here, which means it’s time to get back outside, enjoying longer days by the pool, heading to the beach, or going for a hike. But it has already been a hot summer, with some regions seeing temperatures soar above 100 degrees and experiencing dangerously high UV levels. Prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to painful sunburns or, … Read more
It’s a trip doctors hope leads to a breakthrough. A small new study suggests that magic mushrooms may one day offer a new treatment for anorexia nervosa, a serious eating disorder marked by severe food restriction, an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image. That could be a major breakthrough, as anorexia … Read more
Alton Brown recently opened up about the one snack he says transports him back to childhood. The “Good Eats” star recently appeared on an episode of Mythical Kitchen’s “Last Meals,” a podcast in which celebrity guests discuss the meal they’d choose and reflect on the moments that shaped their lives. Brown said his ideal final feast would … Read more
The Myka Greek frozen yogurt chain that gridlocked a quiet sidewalk in the West Village planted its flag next to Radio City Music Hall last week. It’s the second location in NYC for the TikTok-famous fro yo (not including a clandestine window in Union Square), and the Midtown line is already as long as for some … Read more
Less is more in the case of this cancer treatment. The most common form of cancer among men in the US, after skin cancer, prostate cancer often comes with traditional treatments that cause difficult side effects. Now, a recent study may have found a potentially easier, less disruptive and more effective way to treat the … Read more
This surprising discovery may hold the key to calmer nerves. A new study out of Brazil found that a low dose of a common antibiotic, typically used to treat acne, rosacea and a range of bacterial infections, could also help people living with panic disorder. The findings suggest the drug might one day offer an … Read more
It gives new meaning to the phrase “sweet cheeks.” It’s certainly no fun to have hemorrhoids, swollen veins that grow in or around the anus and cause pain, itching and bleeding — so it’s not terribly surprising that people might be desperate to find a quick way to banish the uncomfortable bulge. But is a … Read more
Just think, we may have never gotten the “Oh, oh, oh, Ozempic!” jingle stuck in our heads if it wasn’t for a creepy, bottom-dwelling fish. Dr. Joel Habener of Massachusetts General Hospital unexpectedly discovered GLP-1 in the 1980s while analyzing the pancreatic genes in anglerfish. Habener’s team identified the precursor to GLP-1, a hormone that regulates … Read more
A little green might not be a cure for the blues. New research suggests medical marijuana isn’t the mental health miracle many hope for, finding little evidence that it can effectively treat conditions like anxiety, depression or PTSD. “In the absence of robust medical or counselling support, the use of medicinal cannabis in these cases … Read more