Health

A new wellness fad is raking in business in the Miami area: paying someone to lightly scratch your back, scalp and arms for pure relaxation. "I think it's a very weird thing," Tomi Lahren said on "Outnumbered" on Aug. 29 in response to the trend."I guess good for them for making a business out of it, but why am I not surprised that something like this has gone viral on TikTok?"ELITE […]

There are numerous paths to living a longer, healthier life, mostly through physical activity, diet and other lifestyle factors.But according to board-certified cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Jeremy London, the key to longevity could come down to two main metrics.In a video posted to his more than 1 million followers on social media, London broke down how two factors – VO2 max and muscle mass – can help increase health span and […]

Gel manicures are a beauty staple for millions, lasting weeks without chips and staying glossy through work, workouts and everything in between. But as of Sept. 1, 2025, the European Union has banned a chemical used in many gel polishes, sparking safety concerns and uncertainty for nail salons, according to a press release.The ingredient in question is Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO). This compound reacts under UV light to make the polish […]

A new brainwave test could detect early signs of Alzheimer’s years before diagnosis — in just three minutes.That’s according to researchers at the University of Bath and the University of Bristol, who recently tested the new technology — called Fastball EEG — in patients’ homes.The three-minute test records electrical activity in the brain as the person looks at a series of images. It is designed to pick up on signs […]

GLP-1 agonists — including semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy and tirzepatides like Mounjaro and Zepbound — were originally intended to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.But in recent months, studies have shown that these popular medications can have numerous other health benefits.Some have even claimed that GLP-1s could eventually become the new "everything drug."MEDITERRANEAN DIET PAIRED WITH OTHER LIFESTYLE CHANGES SLASHES DIABETES RISKDr. Angela Fitch, co-founder and chief medical officer […]

Beetroot juice, which is rich in nitrates, has been linked to changing the community of bacteria living in the mouth.Now, a new study has found that drinking this juice could reduce older adults’ blood pressure.Researchers at the University of Exeter compared the response of both younger and older participants to the juice and published the study in Free Radical Biology and Medicine.COMMON DAILY VITAMIN SHOWN TO SLOW AGING PROCESS OVER 4-YEAR […]

Addressing hearing loss early on may significantly reduce the risk of dementia, a recent study found. Adults with hearing loss who reported wearing hearing aids before they were 70 years old cut their risk of dementia by more than half, compared to those with hearing loss who did not wear hearing devices, according to research recently published in JAMA Neurology.Participants with hearing loss  who wore hearing aids had a 61% lower […]

A new trend has emerged that is taking self-care to the next level – for those who can afford it. "Boat-tox" has people ordering Botox injectables and other personal care services and treatments directly to their locations aboard yachts or private boats. New York-based Dr. Alexander Golberg, who specializes in functional and aesthetic medicine, told Fox News Digital that "boat-tox" is part of a larger concierge aesthetic trend. NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER FLOODS […]

You may think your spouse’s "selective hearing" is a choice — but science argues otherwise.The phenomenon of selective hearing is more than choosing when or when not to listen, according to a recent article by Dr. Stella Fulman at Audiology Island in New York."Selective hearing is the brain’s ability to prioritize and process certain auditory stimuli over others," she wrote. "It enables individuals to concentrate on particular sounds while ignoring […]