‘Humidifier lung’ is the sneaky cold-weather condition that can actually worsen the symptoms you’re trying to treat

‘Humidifier lung’ is the sneaky cold-weather condition that can actually worsen the symptoms you’re trying to treat

If you’re not careful, combating dry winter air could put a whole new problem on your plate this winter. When temperatures drop and cold and flu season kicks in, many turn to humidifiers to soothe symptoms like sore throats, chapped lips and sinus dryness. Humidifiers also offer relief to those suffering from chronic conditions like … Read more

Here are the small things that are causing your anxiety to skyrocket — and your health to worsen

Here are the small things that are causing your anxiety to skyrocket — and your health to worsen

Simply spotting a nemesis, loud chewing and heavy breathing are some of the smallest things that will push Americans over the edge, according to new research. A survey asked 2,000 adults about their lowest common denominator of stress and revealed that the smallest sounds or acts are enough to send their anxiety skyrocketing. Lagging WiFi … Read more

These types of alcoholic drinks can worsen your ‘hangxiety’: experts

These types of alcoholic drinks can worsen your ‘hangxiety’: experts

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

Sleep problems worsen during the winter for the majority of Americans: survey

Sleep problems worsen during the winter for the majority of Americans: survey

Six in 10 Americans say their sleep routines feel different during the winter than in other seasons. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, commissioned by Mattress Firm and conducted by OnePoll between Sept. 26 and Sept. 29, as reported by SWNS. Respondents are also more willing to make sacrifices for better sleep. Nearly half of … Read more