Category: Health & Fitness
The easiest way to make craft cocktails at home
Written by: Emily OBrien
Sometimes making a cocktail can just feel like just a tad too much work, especially when certain recipes call for ingredients that you don’t typically have …
8 common signs you may be vitamin deficient
Written by: Darlena Cunha
With all the quick eats out there these days, it’s easy to slip into a diet with few nutrients to nourish your body. Everyone needs a …
This country consumes the most antidepressants
Written by: Martin Armstrong
According to the latest OECD data, Iceland continues to have one of the highest levels of antidepressant use in the world – with an average consumption …
Bill Nye the Science Guy calls out conservatives on climate change
Written by: Olivia Rosane
Bill Nye the Science Guy has a message for conservative lawmakers and television networks who continue to peddle climate denial in the wake of Hurricane Ian: “Cut it out.” …
How to choose the right food if your cat has kidney disease
Written by: Mary Grace Dela Cruz
Cats are great pets, but they do have some serious health issues. If you have a cat with kidney disease, there are a few things …
The little known ‘smart drug’ that could help you sleep better
Written by: Nikhita Mahtani
Let’s be real: We’re all just trying to sleep better…and even more so lately, given the stressful times we’re living in. From cryotherapy and infrared …
Your cat’s ears are telling you something
Written by: Mary Grace Dela Cruz
When you first get a cat, you may be wondering what their ears mean. Here’s what you need to know about the different positions your cat’s …
Are scented candles actually bad for you?
Written by: Linnea Harris
What is a spa day, romantic dinner, or cozy night in without a candle or two to set the mood? For over a decade, headlines …
This kind of debt has disappeared from most Americans’ credit reports
Written by: Austen Erblat
On July 1, your credit score might have gone up. If you have unpaid medical bills under $500, chances are those were removed from your credit …
Insomnia after surgery? Here’s how to deal with it
Written by: John-Manuel Andriote
A good night’s sleep is important for your health and wellbeing every day. It becomes more important than ever when your body is trying to …
Favorite American foods that are banned in other countries
Written by: Alex Andonovska
You are what you eat, they say. If that’s the case, a lot of folks in the United States are less than healthy based solely on …
People in this country have the most hangovers
Written by: Anna Fleck
Hangovers are most common amongst Brits, according to new data from Statista’s Global Consumer Survey, with around two out of every ten UK respondents saying they …
Here’s where people spend the most on prescription drugs
Written by: Katharina Buchholz
When it comes to the expenditure on pharmaceuticals across OECD countries, the United States spends much more than other industrialized nations that are part of the organization. …
How water can improve your sleep
Written by: Christina Heiser
We all know that drinking water is important. After all, our bodies are made up of nearly 60% water. However, sometimes it can be difficult …
US prescription prices are much higher than other countries
Written by: Katharina Buchholz
Depending on the country of comparison, U.S. residents are paying twice as much, three times as much or even more for their prescription drugs. Research by …
5 true & terrifying cases of medical identity fraud
Written by: Kira Bushman
All types of identity theft are a pain, but none more so than medical identity theft. If a criminal steals your personal information for their medical …
Health care is most expensive in these 20 US cities
Written by: Myles Ma
The U.S. spent an all-time high of $4.1 trillion on health care in 2020, representing almost 20% of the gross domestic product. Unlike other countries, the …
Feeling exhausted? Here’s what could be missing
Written by: Monica Johnson
Feeling tired may have nothing to do with not getting enough sleep. There are seven different kinds of rest that you need. Each one requires unique …
Does your health insurance cover abortion?
Written by: Myles Ma
The Supreme Court on Friday overturned Roe v. Wade, ending the constitutional right to abortion. Twenty-six states are likely to ban abortion care as a result. In …
Does your state have the worst healthcare in America?
Written by: Deb Gordon
Where you live may determine what kind of health care you can get — and how much you have to spend to get it. The cost of …
