Is It Better To Shower In The Morning Or At Night? Well, It Depends.
Getty Images Among the many strange things I noticed about my now-husband when we first moved in together was his habit of showering in the morning. Still drowsy with sleep, he’d stumble out of bed and into the bathroom with his eyes still closed but hop out of the shower with a sense of purpose: […]
Today Is Officially ‘Quitters Day.’ Here’s Why You Should Consider Quitting Too.
Pakin Songmor via Getty Images It’s Quitters Day — the second Friday in January, when around 80% of Americans who made New Year’s resolutions have reportedly abandoned them. If you’re one of the 20% or so who haven’t yet ditched their goals, maybe it’s time to join the quitters. I have. Here’s why. Experience better […]
These COVID Symptoms Are Red Flags That You Need Medical Attention
valentinrussanov via Getty Images We know the hallmark symptoms of COVID ― like coughing, fatigue, for example ― but there are some COVID-19 symptoms that aren’t normal and shouldn’t be treated as such. When you have a COVID-19 infection, you’re told to isolate and stay away from others until you’re better. But while many folks […]
4 Surprising Signs You Have Acid Reflux
10’000 Hours via Getty Images Throat burn and gas are common issues, but there are some other little-known signs of acid reflux. If you’ve experienced a sour taste in your mouth, lots of gas, heartburn or feeling like you just threw up a little in your mouth, you may have attributed it to acid reflux […]
Bad News — You’re Probably Wiping All Wrong. Here’s What You Should Be Doing.
Thomas Winz via Getty Images You’ve probably heard that few things in life are certain except death and taxes, but we’d like to add something else to the list: cleaning up in the bathroom. So, since we have to do it, what’s the best technique? The preferred method of wiping “is not wiping,” nationally renowned […]
Study Reveals The Biggest Risk Factors For Getting Early Dementia
The Good Brigade via Getty Images Researchers have identified some key risk factors for the early development of dementia. A recent study by the University of Exeter and Maastricht University published in JAMA Neurology has identified some of the factors that can lead to early cases of dementia ― some of which may surprise you. […]
The Best And Worst Types Of Underwear To Keep You Healthy Down There
Nick Dolding via Getty Images Briefs, bikinis, boxers, thongs — read on to find out when to wear which style. Underwear is often the most overlooked article of clothing, and many of us may never give a second thought to exactly what we wear down there. However, experts agree that the underwear you choose can […]
So THAT’S Why Drinking Alcohol Makes You Feel Worse As You Get Older
Yana Iskayeva via Getty Images At a certain decade in life, many of us lose the enzyme to metabolize alcohol (alcohol dehydrogenase). “Drink in moderation” is advice we hear often, but as most people can attest to after a booze-filled holiday season, it isn’t easy to stick to. When we can stick to moderate drinking, […]
The 1 Thing To Avoid If You Don’t Want Narcissistic Kids
skynesher via Getty Images There’s a Bluey episode you might’ve seen where Muffin (a young dog) is told she’s ‘special’ by her dad. When Bluey and Bingo want to play libraries, Muffin thinks she doesn’t have to follow the rules and ends up ruining the game for everybody else. When Muffin’s dad finds out about […]
This Beloved Beverage Has Gone Viral — But You Might Want To Think Twice Before Drinking It
DekiArt via Getty Images “The Real Reason You Should Drink Lemon Water!” “Lemon Water: Refreshing, Hydrating, And Health-Ful” “Lemon Water Is a Tasty Way to Hydrate — Das It” These are just a few of the titles of the thousands of TikTok videos touting the perks of lemon water. The beverage, which is just adding […]