Ricezempic Is Trending on TikTok, But Does the ‘Ozempic Alternative’ Really Work?

TikTokers are drinking Ricezempic – a drink made from discarded rice water – to aid weight loss. They claim that the drink is full of resistant starches that suppress appetite…

Kratom Use Rising Despite Warnings of Cardiac Arrest, Seizures: What to Know

Kratom is an herbal leaf from a tropical evergreen tree that is used as a stimulant, mood enhancer, or sedative. As kratom use increases in young people, physicians should routinely…

CDC Updates Recommendations for IUD Pain Management

Several women on TikTok have spoken about how painful IUD insertion can be. However, research shows that doctors often underestimate women’s pain. The CDC is seeking to remedy this problem…

Mediterranean Diet May Help You Feel Less Stressed and Improve Your Mood

The Mediterranean diet is associated with decreased feelings of stress and mental distress, according to new research. Conversely, components of the Western diet, which include fast food and sugary (high-glycemic…

Heavy Cannabis Use Linked to High Risk of Head, Neck Cancers

Cannabis use is associated with greater risk of developing head and neck cancer, according to a new study. Participants had to meet criteria for cannabis use disorder, but the study…

More Men Are Dying From Cancer. A New Study Helps Explain Why

Information about the global cancer incidence in males is currently limited. A new study investigates 30 cancer types in males and makes projected prevalence and mortality estimates for 2050. The…

A Common Low-Calorie Sweetener May Raise Blood Clotting Risk

A recent study found a connection between the artificial sweetener erythritol and an increased risk of blood clots. After consuming erythritol, participants showed a sharp spike in platelet activity, indicating…

Ozempic Coverage May be Less Likely If You Have This Type of Insurance

The majority of prescriptions in the United States for GLP-1 drug semaglutide were paid with commercial insurance. Semaglutide is the active ingredient in anti-diabetes drugs Ozempic and Rybelsus, and the…

Ozempic’s Effects on Pregnancy and Fertility: Experts Answer 4 Common Questions

Losing weight can increase the chance of pregnancy for those with overweight or obesity. GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can help people lose weight and, in turn, increase their…

Risk of Cancer Higher for People Who Drink Alcohol, Even Moderately

A new study found that light to moderate drinking is associated with increased cancer- and disease-related mortality in older adults. The findings corroborate mounting evidence showing the harmful effects of…