It’s long been known that no amount of alcohol is good for the body — and now new research spotlights the potential harm it can cause. More than 5% of all cancer cases are caused by drinking alcohol, according to the Cancer Progress Report 2024 from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR). Among the … Read more
It’s a tough pill to swallow. Aspirin is a popular drug with people of all ages — but one heart surgeon says not everybody should be popping the pain reliever. Dr. Jeremy London took to TikTok to share his expert intel on who should, and should not be, taking a daily dose of aspirin. The … Read more
Heart racing, head pounding and dread building? “Hangxiety,” or the “beer blues,” is the one-two punch of anxiety and the physical consequences of alcohol, an awful unease that creeps in alongside the sobering light of day. Neuropsychopharmacologist David Nutt, who specializes in alcohol’s effects on the brain at Imperial College London, recently told National Geographic, “Almost … Read more
A New York company has recalled 40 types of bagged spinach after traces of listeria were found in a batch. Solata Foods, LLC. of Newburgh, New York, which operates seven different brands of produce, has issued a recall of its line of “fresh spinach” products, distributed locally in retail stores, according to the Food and … Read more
If you can stomach it, an India-based dietitian is recommending eschewing processed baked goods and meats, deep-fried foods, and sugary drinks to blast belly fat. “Sugary drinks promote fat storage around the abdomen,” Dr. Mrinal Pandit told SheFinds last week. “High sugar intake is linked to increased visceral fat, which is associated with metabolic disorders.” More … Read more
It’s the circles of life. An NYC dermatologist is highlighting four common types of dark circles — wrinkles, volume loss, vascular and hyperpigmentation — and treatment options for these eyesores. “I want to teach you which skin care ingredient to look for for each concern so that you can shop anywhere you need to,” Dr. … Read more
Wanna work out your arms harder, better, faster, stronger? Try these three moves. Beyond just wanting to be able to carry your groceries home from Trader Joe’s or feng shui-ing your living room in a manic episode without pulling a muscle, building upper-body strength will help to improve your posture, enhance your mobility, build a … Read more
It’s a master-pizza. A plentiful pizza baked in France has broken the Guinness World Record for the most varieties of cheese on a pizza. The record-breaking creation includes a tongue-twisting 940 French cheeses and 61 from other parts of the world. It was whipped up by French pizza chefs Benoît Bruel and Fabien Montellanico. To achieve … Read more
With more than 1.9 million new cancer cases expected to be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2023, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), screenings are critical to detect the disease in its early stages before symptoms appear, when the odds of successful treatment are higher. With different screening methods used for various types of … Read more
For more than 20 years, Victoria’s Secret had bolstered its image built on a man’s vision of sexiness with one big annual event: its fashion catwalk extravaganza, with supermodels like Naomi Campbell sashaying down the runway in Swarovski-crystal-covered wings, thongs and million dollar fantasy bras. Now, after a four-year hiatus, the lingerie brand came back … Read more
Being in good physical shape when you’re younger can reduce the risk of cancer — at least for men, new research suggests. The study, published Tuesday in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, found that men with high levels of cardiorespiratory fitness at a young age were less likely to develop nine types of cancers … Read more
Anyone who has used dating apps knows they are a world unto themselves. The sheer number of platforms, while great for variety can be perplexing for any newcomer to kick off their already daunting journey, and once inside the dating sphere, there seems to be a whole other language (i.e., one million different colored flags) and technique to doing things … Read more
For years, doctors have sounded the alarm over the link between cancer and obesity. Being overweight or obese raises the risk of developing several different types of cancer, including breast, bowel, kidney and pancreatic. In all, 13 types of the disease were previously known to be associated with overweight body types — but now, that … Read more
Summary: Older adults may be better served as they age when their personality types are taken into consideration. Source: Simon Fraser University New research shows that older adults may be better supported as they age when their personalities are considered—for example, are they more like orchids or dandelions? Researchers from Simon Fraser University’s Circle Innovation … Read more
Story at a glance Blood type matching is important for blood transfusions. Health complications can arise when blood types are incompatible. Scientists describe a new blood type group named Er. Everyone should know their blood type in case of a life-threatening event that results in a need for a blood transfusion. A new discovery introduces … Read more
Photo credit: RyanJLane – Getty Images “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below.” According to a new study published in Nature Metabolism, obesity is not just a matter of weight in relation to height or body mass index (BMI)—there are actually at least four metabolic body … Read more
EDGEWOOD, Ky. — A new blood test can screen patients for 50 different types of cancer, St. Elizabeth Healthcare announced Tuesday. Galleri is a test that detects DNA from cancer cells in the bloodstream. The hospital said it can identify a tumor that might require medical attention and pinpoint cancers that are usually difficult to detect. “This … Read more