Health & Wellness

  • An AI-generated illustration of a woman sitting in a chair suffering from symptoms such as congestion and fever. She's wrapped in a blanket and sipping from a steaming cup of tea. The expression on her face tells you that she's feeling slightly better.

    10 Teas That Help Your Immune System Fight Cold and Flu Symptoms

    The flu or a common cold is picking a fight with your immune system, and you can almost hear your mother’s voice in your head: “Drink plenty of fluids!” While it’s true that fluids can help keep you hydrated and…

  • An AI-generated image of a man with curly hair, glasses and a beard is surrounded by cans of Poppi prebiotic soda in many flavors.

    Got Gut Health? I Tried 10 Poppi Prebiotic Soda Flavors and Ranked Them From Best to Worst

    At this point, you’ve probably been somewhat curious about prebiotic soda. Turns out, horrifyingly enough, that there are trillions of microorganisms in your digestive tract, and they need to be nourished. A soda company from Texas is here to help…

  • An image of cannabis prescription, an older woman buying cannabis, and cannabis gummies

    Is Marijuana Use Among Boomers on the Rise?

    When we picture people dazed and confused, surrounded by suspiciously smelling clouds, we typically imagine a Millennial playing video games while licking Hot Cheeto residue off their fingers. In other words, our mental picture of Grandma crocheting in her rocking…

  • Safe Things That Could Be Lethal When Used Incorrectly

    The reality is that danger in some form or another is always going to be out there, and what’s really wild, is that there are all kinds of “safe” products that if used just a bit differently can evolve to…

  • A colorful computer generated image showing the concept of healthy fast food. The image includes a version of an Egg McMuffin, a veggie wrap sandwich, and a yogurt parfait.

    13 Healthy Fast-Food Breakfast Items From McDonald’s, Panera, and More

    In This Article: 1. Starbucks: Kale and Mushroom Egg Bites 2. McDonald’s: Egg McMuffin 3. Chick-fil-A: Egg White Grill 4. Panera: Avocado, Egg White, Spinach & Cheese Sandwich 5. Chick-fil-A: Greek Yogurt Parfait with Cookie Crumbs 6. Starbucks: Spinach, Feta, &…

  • Patient in waiting room at doctor's office

    5 Cheapest Ways To See a Doctor Without Insurance

    Healthcare is broken in the United States. The costs are exorbitant, millions remain uninsured, and tens of thousands of Americans die every year because they can’t afford medical attention. That said, there are ways to survive in the U.S. healthcare…