The Red Flags You’re Actually Too Independent, According To Therapists
Thomas Barwick via Getty Images There is such a thing as too much independence, according to experts. There’s no shortage of bangers that celebrate being independent. Maybe you’ve thrown your hands up to Destiny’s Child’s “Independent Women Pt.1” or belted out Bon Jovi’s “It’s My Life” at the top of your lungs in the car. […]
Want Better Gut Health? Try Doing This 1 Surprisingly Simple Thing At Every Meal
RealPeopleGroup via Getty Images There are countless reasons to desire a healthy gut. Achieving and maintaining a robust microbiome — the trillions of beneficial bacteria and the useful chemicals they’re producing — in the lower section of our gastrointestinal tracts can aid our bodies with everything from battling pathogens to bettering our mental health. But […]
7 Things Dementia Experts Would Never, Ever Do
Jacobs Stock Photography Ltd via Getty Images There are habits you should and shouldn’t practice in order to keep your brain sharp. More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, making it the seventh leading cause of death globally. While myriad factors, including genetics and environment, can cause dementia, it can also […]
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 […]
5 Things Doctors Never, Ever Do During Cold And Flu Season
Edwin Tan via Getty Images There are a few habits you should avoid if you don’t want to get sick this year. Cold and flu season is approaching. As the months get colder and folks are indoors more often, these respiratory illnesses often spread in close quarters. Flu activity begins to increase in October and […]
5 Habits That Can Drastically Improve Your Brain Health
Cavan Images via Getty Images There are a few daily habits that can improve your cognitive function and lower your risk for Alzheimer’s. As crucial as our brains are to our ability to function, they don’t get nearly the attention that certain muscle groups (or even wrinkles) do. Unless we’re dealing with a serious condition, […]
So THAT’S Why You Feel Sleepy At The Same Time Every Day
Maskot via Getty Images There are a few explanations for why you could be hitting the same afternoon slump each day. Thankfully, there are also several solutions. Several days a week, when the evening comes around, I’m tired. My stomach is full from dinner, I’m relaxing with a good TV show and I could probably […]
This Is The Most Commonly Missed Warning Sign Of Dementia
SDI Productions via Getty Images There are a few subtle symptoms that can develop before the full onset of dementia. When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these are certainly symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s (the most common form of dementia), missing […]
Here’s Why You Need To Be Extra Careful Eating This Popular Seafood
Oscar Wong via Getty Images There are some risks associated with eating raw oysters. In a viral TikTok video with 2.2 million views, TikTok user @malamamaofficial opens a $1 Whole Foods bag of raw oysters, revealing a pea crab in one of the shells. “This is why it’s $1,” the TikTok user says as she […]