A Viral TikTok Is Making A Concerning Claim About Getting ‘Earworms’
d3sign via Getty Images A song getting stuck on loop in your head is quite a common experience. If you’ve spent any time on TikTok, you’ve likely come across a catchy song or two, typically paired with a fun dance move. And if you’ve spent more time on TikTok, you may see a recent viral […]
5 Sneaky Signs You’re Getting Sick
staticnak1983 via Getty Images There are some not-so-obvious warning signs your body is fighting off a virus, according to experts. Recently, respiratory viruses ― such as influenza, rhinoviruses and respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV ― have made a dramatic comeback. In 2022, for example, influenza activity swiftly returned to pre-COVID pandemic levels and […]
Have You Ever Experienced ‘Jamais Vu’? Here’s What It Is And Why It Happens.
Photo by Rafa Elias via Getty Images If something you’ve seen a million times, like a word or a celebrity, suddenly looks unfamiliar, jamais vu could explain why. Déjà vu is a transitory mental state that, according to one study, as much as 97% of the population have experienced at least once in their life. […]
The 1 Unexpected Health Benefit Of Playing Pickleball
RichLegg via Getty Images Pickleball is accessible, affordable and also good for your physical and mental health. By now, you’ve probably seen a headline or two (or 200) labeling pickleball the “fastest-growing sport in the country.” Pickleball courts, clubs and leagues have popped up all over the country, and nearly 50 million people, or 19% […]
Think You Have COVID? Here’s The Best Way To Test Yourself Now.
agrobacter via Getty Images Data shows we should be testing ourselves for COVID later than we might think. It’s that time of year again. Upper respiratory infections like respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza and COVID are rising — and we’re only just getting started. The signs and symptoms of these infections can be quite similar […]
How Much Cinnamon Is Too Much? Experts Reveal Some Surprising Pros And Cons
Cavan Images / Dorene Hookey via Getty Images Research shows that cinnamon can be good for your health. Like the latest love interest of Taylor Swift, who’s poised for superstardom, cinnamon is the standout spice of the fall. Rising above nutmeg, cloves and ginger in a pumpkin spice blend, it promises more than just great […]
Your Garlic Press Might Be The Reason You Have Garlic Breath
ZenShui/Laurence Mouton via Getty Images After years in the culinary backwaters, the garlic press could be due for a reconsideration. Once upon a time, garlic presses were a hot property. They were the perfect accessory for a cook who bought low-fat everything, loaded up on carbs and had a fresh pasta maker in the pantry. […]
The 5 Best Ways To Stop A Cold Before It Happens
AfricaImages via Getty Images Handwashing is an important way to keep viruses like the cold away. Between sleepless nights and a general feeling of lousiness, coming down with a cold is never pleasant. Plus, colds always seem to have a way of striking at the most inopportune time — like before a vacation, a birthday […]
This Healthy Food Is More Likely To Make You Sick Than Raw Meat
SimpleImages via Getty Images Sure, you wash your cutting board after cutting raw meat on it. But are you as careful with produce? When preparing raw meat, I’m careful; I wash my hands, use separate utensils and immediately put my cutting board in the dishwasher to prevent cross-contamination. But the same can’t be said for […]
Most People Can’t Afford A Full-Body MRI. Here’s What You Can Do Instead.
FS Productions via Getty Images Are full-body MRIs worth the hefty price tag? Experts have concerns. Full-body MRIs, or magnetic resonance imaging, are having a moment. The scans, which take about an hour to conduct, take detailed pictures of the inside of your body with the intention of detecting all kinds of medical conditions, including […]