6 Benefits of Baking Soda Water Trending on TikTok: What to Know
Baking soda is generating discussions on TikTok because of its reported health benefits, including weight loss, endurance, and cancer risk reduction. Experts say that many of these claims are not…
Eating 2 Slices of Ham a Day Could Increase Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes 15%
A large study has found a link between red and processed meats and type 2 diabetes. People who ate these meats had an increased risk of developing the disease. Several…
Why Cucumber Salad Is Going Viral on TikTok: 5 Simple Recipes to Try
Cucumber salads and recipes are going viral on TikTok thanks to creators like Logan Moffitt (a.k.a. “the Cucumber King”). Cucumbers contain a high water and fiber content that can help…
Mpox Is ‘Not the New COVID,’ WHO Official Says. Risk to U.S. Remains Low
The growing mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and surrounding African countries prompted the WHO to declare a global public health emergency. European health officials raised the…
‘Boy Meets World’ Star Danielle Fishel Diagnosed with Early Stage Breast Cancer: How to Assess Your Risk
Actor Danielle Fishel, who played Topanga Lawrence on “Boy Meets World,” revealed she was diagnosed with a very early stage of breast cancer known as DCIS. Nearly all females with…
‘Very Demure, Very Mindful’: 5 Ways TikTok’s New Trend Can Boost Your Health
The “very demure, very mindful” trend is taking over TikTok. This trend encourages people to take a mindful approach to living their lives. Experts say mindfulness can have numerous benefits.…
The placebo effect is real. Here’s how sugar pills can help relieve pain and improve IBS.
Recently, a team of researchers set out to study the antidepressant effects of ketamine — and stumbled upon a medical phenomenon. The double-blind study at Stanford’s School of Medicine recruited…
Is it safe to take Tylenol during pregnancy? What experts say amid lawsuits claiming a link to autism and ADHD.
Why might someone use acetaminophen during pregnancy? Because nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are not recommended for anyone who is pregnant, acetaminophen has long been a go-to over-the-counter drug for anyone…
Another Study Links Ozempic, Wegovy to Suicidal Thoughts. Debate Over Safety Continues
The authors of a new study identified a link between semaglutide use and suicidal ideation. They found that people who use semaglutide and medication for mental health conditions may face…
Mounjaro, Zepbound Lowers Diabetes Risk By 94%, Eli Lilly Trial Shows
In a new clinical trial, the GLP-1 drug tirzepatide was effective in helping people maintain weight loss over a 3-year period. Researchers reported the resulting weight loss also lowered participants’…