About 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. over age 65 had dementia, and 22% experienced cognitive impairment, according to a 2022 published study. That staggering statistic means more than 55 million people worldwide experience memory problems and emphasizes the need for…
Whoever came up with the “you are what you eat” motto probably ate too many carrots and turned orange — which is basically what happens when you overdo it. No matter how healthy your diet is, some common foods have…
The idea that the foods you eat can fire up desire has been around for centuries. Unfortunately, there isn’t much evidence to back that up. Regular exercise and a good night’s sleep are more likely to get you in the…
When kids start a new school year, they also start sharing bacteria and viruses, which the pandemic made painfully clear. But there are ways to stop at least some germs from making your family miserable and complicating its schedule with…
Noticing a foul odor on yourself isn’t the best feeling. But hey, you are human, you have sweat glands, it happens. Your body’s got two main sweat glands: eccrine and apocrine. Eccrine glands are the all-over, keep-you-cool type, while apocrine glands…
There’s a common misconception that you need to drink at least eight glasses of water to stay hydrated. But the truth is, you don’t have to force yourself to gulp down water while keeping track of the number of glasses. Many…
We all die eventually — that’s the brutal truth we learn from childhood. But instead of drowning in existential dread, we can focus on staying on this planet as long…
Summer is a time for outdoor fun like campfires, grilling, and fireworks. While most people have no problem pulling off these activities safely, fire has inherent risks that occasionally bring…
A wise person once said, “Don’t believe everything you hear” — and that’s especially true when it comes to questionable health information you hear on the internet and social media.…
It’s getting trickier to eat healthy these days. One minute, nutritionists swear by soy; the next, they’re convinced it’ll kill you. (It’s like they’re running a food-themed soap opera.) Meanwhile,…
We all know the benefits of a good night’s sleep: improved memory, better mood, increased productivity, and even a stronger immune system. Yet, according to the CDC, nearly 70 million…
Tired of eating dry and tasteless chicken? We are, too. But what if we told you that fish is the way to go? Before you shake your head in disagreement,…
With their fizzy mouthfeel and refreshing taste, sodas can be extremely satisfying (and seemingly thirst-quenching). But the reality is that most of these beverages are laden with sugar and caffeine,…
These days, folks are becoming a lot more in-tune with how taking care of their gut can benefit their overall health. But beyond those probiotic sodas that are taking the…
Reducing one’s sodium (salt) intake can be highly beneficial for individuals with conditions such as high blood pressure, kidney disease, or liver problems in managing and reducing the risk of…
You might think you’re doing everything right to stay fit, but some “healthy” habits can be counterproductive. As you age, your body becomes more rigid and less flexible, and if…
I am admittedly a fan of the weighted hula hoop trend — though I’m not a fan of the $75+ price tag on the official Infinity Hoop version. The good news…
You’ve heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? Easier said than done. But while you might not be eating a minimum of 365 apples every year,…