Spell Check-Up: Ready to Play a Spelling Game?
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Sneaky Ways Your Nails Could Show Signs Of A Potential Health Issue
Anna Efetova via Getty Images Did you know that your nails can reveal a lot about your health? Visual cues from your nails may be able to signal vitamin deficiencies or illness — and, in serious cases, even melanoma or heart issues. Nail technicians aren’t able to diagnose conditions, but they can help you spot […]
7 Sneaky Phone Habits That Could Be Signs Of Anxiety
Tim Robberts via Getty Images Your cellphone can not only fuel your anxiety, but certain cellphone habits could be a manifestation of your anxiety. Your cellphone can tell you a lot — the weather, your plans for the weekend, the latest news. Therapists say it can also clue you into how you’re feeling. Specifically, certain […]
5 Things You Should Know About How Alcohol Affects Your Body
Alcohol can affect your body quickly. Getty Within 20 minutes, your liver starts to process the alcohol consumed. However, varying factors like body composition, sex and rate of consumption can determine how quickly you start to feel the effects. In the early stages of drinking, reaction times may be slower and the brain increases production […]
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 […]
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% […]
Calorie restriction in humans builds strong muscle and stimulates healthy aging genes
Reducing overall calorie intake may rejuvenate your muscles and activate biological pathways important for good health, according to researchers at the National Institutes of Health and their colleagues. Decreasing calories without depriving the body of essential vitamins and minerals, known as calorie restriction, has long been known to delay the progression of age-related diseases in […]
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 […]
Is It Bad To Drink Coffee When You’re Sick? Here’s What Experts Really Think
visualspace via Getty Images Coffee disrupts your sleep, which is not helpful for someone fighting a cold or flu. A warm beverage is often considered a remedy for a respiratory illness like a cold or the flu. In fact, studies show that hot drinks can help temporarily relieve symptoms like runny noses and sore throats. […]