Health

Surviving the summer heat is all about hydration, hydration, hydration.Water will usually do the trick – but some "hydration multipliers," or electrolyte supplements, are gaining in popularity for boosting hydration in just one drink.These drink mixes offer a blend of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium to enhance water absorption.THE HEAT HAS A SURPRISING EFFECT ON THE BRAIN – HERE'S WHAT DOCTORS WANT YOU TO KNOWBut are these boosters […]

Office workers have something new to worry about, according to a warning that’s gone viral on social media."Office chair butt" is trending as a side effect of sitting for too many hours, leaving the appearance of a flatter behind.Alissa Mosca, a certified fitness trainer with Planet Fitness in New York, confirmed that "office chair butt" refers to muscle loss due to sitting stagnant in one position and not activating the […]

Two individuals at the center of recent high-profile murder cases may have the same rare and concerning health condition.Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to the murder of four University of Idaho students, and Luigi Mangione, accused of stalking and ambushing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, apparently have the same neurological condition known as visual snow syndrome.The rare disorder impairs vision, as if the person is looking through snow or static on […]

Olivia Munn, who previously claimed that a breast cancer risk assessment test saved her life, announced on social media this week that it also saved her mother’s life."My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer," the actress, 45, wrote in her caption."You may know that when I talk about my own battle with cancer, I bring up the Lifetime Risk Assessment test that saved my life. I never would’ve predicted it […]

Americans are getting hooked on an alternative to fish oil that's packed with omega-3s and is easier for the body to absorb.Krill oil, which comes from tiny, shrimp-like crustaceans abundant in the Antarctic Ocean, boasts omega-3 fatty acids that may help improve heart health, fight inflammation and support brain and nervous system health, according to medical experts.The global krill market is expected to grow substantially over the next 10 years […]

While some people may be skeptical of hypnosis, experts say it’s a legitimate therapy that can help with a range of physical and mental challenges — including, possibly, alcohol use disorder.Clinical hypnosis has shown to be effective in the treatment of pain, anxiety, stress, cancer treatment side effects, phobias and habit control problems, such as smoking and weight control, according to past randomized controlled trials."Hypnosis is the oldest Western form […]

The current number of measles cases in the U.S. is at its highest level in more than 30 years, according to new data released Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC said 1,288 confirmed cases have been recorded as of Tuesday throughout 38 states. Texas leads the nation with more than 700 cases. Last year, the CDC reported only 285 measles cases. In 2019, there were 1,274 recorded, […]

Lighting a campfire and watching as the flames grow and flicker can feel therapeutic — for good reason.Between the light, heat and crackling sound, sitting around a campfire can be a relaxing experience — and experts agree that it can even benefit your mental health.Research published in the journal Evolutionary Psychology has noted "significant reductions" in blood pressure associated with exposure to a crackling fire.BEACH DAYS BENEFIT MENTAL HEALTH AND […]

Research developments in Alzheimer’s disease, including newly approved blood tests for early detection, have helped patients get diagnosed sooner.With dementia on the rise among younger individuals, the spotlight is on ways to prevent or slow the disease.Dr. Daniel Amen, a psychiatrist, brain imaging doctor and founder of Amen Clinics in California, spoke with Fox News Digital in an interview about Alzheimer’s risk and management. (See the video at the top […]