Vitamin D is known to be essential to many aspects of human health — but a new study suggests that taking a certain form of it can have a negative effect. The more potent and longer-lasting form, vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is produced naturally when the body is exposed to sunlight and is also found in animal products, while … Read more
This situation can’t fly. The safety of every American plane passenger is being imperiled as the government shutdown drags into its second week, irate air traffic controllers say. More than 14,000 controllers employed by the Federal Aviation Administration won’t be paid until the shutdown ends — and the stress is impacting their ability to avert … Read more
Having your mouth taped shut is the stuff of nightmares — but some people are doing just that to themselves. And in an attempt to sleep better, no less. Doctors say don’t do it. Some on social media say it’s a hack for getting more and better sleep and to reduce snoring. The claims — which … Read more
Pickleball takes no prisoners. As participation in America’s fastest growing sport proliferates — 19.8 million people played in 2024, a 311% increase since 2021, per the Sports and Fitness Industry Association — so, too, do incidents of injury. “Across the board, there’s an uptick,” Dr. James Gladstone, the chief of sports medicine at NYC’s Mount … Read more
Living the “fast life” says more about a person than their proclivity for risk-taking. How do you tell if your man’s a psychopath? They’ve got an amazing online game, apparently. German scientists have revealed that those who have a high hookup rate on dating apps are more likely to be psychopaths. The team asked nearly … Read more
Dating a troll will take its toll. “Shrekking” is a new word for age-old behavior that involves settling for a relationship with someone less attractive than you. The term comes from the 2001 flick “Shrek,” in which pretty Princess Fiona “dates down” and scores her happily ever after with an ogre. The trend is based … Read more
No need for vacationers to test the waters here, experts say. The summer vacation spoiler has been identified as a cyanobacterial bloom — and the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) says that the crummy blue-green conditions seem to be spreading, with a noticeable increase in scale since Aug. 2. Currently, the contamination stretches … Read more
Good luck trying to wrap your head around this latest wellness craze. Kim Kardashian’s intimates brand Skims broke the internet this week with its newest launch: shapewear — but for your face. The $48 Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap is being billed as a “must-have addition to your nightly routine.” But does it live up to … Read more
File this under “symptoms not to ignore.” Our fingernails provide valuable insight into our health — changes in their color, shape or texture can indicate underlying problems. Dr. Davood Johari warns that one particular change may be a sign of lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. Roughly 5% to 15% of lung … Read more
Some people wake up and smell the coffee immediately — thanks to a quick fix they claim gives “hotel vibes.” Yet some experts say it’s grounds for concern. “Does anyone or would anyone put a small coffee maker in their bedroom like Nespresso hotel vibes?” one woman asked in a recent post in a Facebook group for … Read more
A new study has found a link between rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and Alzheimer’s disease. The research from China, published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia by the Alzheimer’s Association, analyzed the sleep cycles of 128 adults in varying states of cognition. The study found that the highest occurrence of REM latency — which is … Read more
In James Gunn’s “Superman,” David Corenswet stars as the titular character — but the real star of the show is Krypto, his foster dog, who has had a significant cultural impact. Thanks to the love surrounding Krypto — inspired by Gunn’s own rescue dog, Ozu — interest in dog adoption has surged over 500%. However, … Read more
Sure, it’s a cool craze, but experts are giving it the cold shoulder. Reveling in wildly dangerous, stupid stunts is, frighteningly, on brand for daredevil youngsters. However, healthcare professionals are now warning gutsy Gen Zs that the “freeze branding” trend, tattooing human skin with icy-cold liquid nitrogen, “can land you in a lot of trouble.” Suarez, known to her … Read more
Some influencers on social media are participating in the viral “Sharpie lip liner” trend — which is exactly what it sounds like. Users apply a standard Sharpie (typically in shades of red and coral) to the edges of their mouths before going over it again with lip gloss or lipstick, according to numerous videos. On these … Read more
Lung cancer, the second-most common cancer in the U.S., is often associated with smoking — but even those who have never had a cigarette could be at risk of the deadly disease. While it’s true that those who smoke face a much higher risk, up to 20% of lung cancers affect people who have never smoked or … Read more
The term “crashing out” has been circulating online for some time now. It’s a phrase to describe when a person is at their wits’ end — they’re having a breakdown, they’re stressed and maybe even throwing an adult tantrum over something. Social media has popularized the term with Gen Z using it regularly to express … Read more
The kids are not all right. While many things have changed over this years, one constant that has remained is parents needing to keep an eye on the friendship group of their impressionable teens. Of course, doing so is arguably more difficult than ever thanks to the rise of social media. New research out of … Read more
Don’t be a worrying helicopter parent. A new poll revealed that most U.S. parents are wary of letting their teenagers venture out on their own — despite it possibly being detrimental to their personal growth and development. The team at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor surveyed over 1,000 parents across the country with … Read more
WASHINGTON — Health officials want you to think twice before buying one of those brightly colored little bottles often sold at gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops. Sometimes called “gas station heroin,” the products are usually marketed as energy shots or cognitive supplements but actually contain tianeptine, an unapproved drug that can be addictive … Read more
What you do in the shower is your business, but there’s one specific thing experts wish people would stop doing while sudsing up: peeing. One healthcare expert shared in a now-viral TikTok with over 1 million views that emptying your bladder while standing in the shower can be damaging — especially for women. “Hot take … Read more