People often chase fancy diets, endless supplements, and strict exercise plans in the name of living longer. Experts say these tricks can backfire if taken to extremes, so it’s better to focus on simple habits that keep both body and mind healthy. The first mistake is going too far. Tracking ever
People are moving away from waiting rooms and long appointments to test their blood at home. A new company offers a kit that lets you check up to sixty different health markers right from your kitchen. The test starts at $99 and doesn’t need a needle or a lab visit; instead you use a special arm d
People celebrate the birthdays of several well‑known figures on May 1. Country star Tim McGraw, now 59, received a guitar honor on the Music City Walk of Fame in 2016. Film director Wes Anderson, aged 57, once studied at UT Austin. Actress Julie Benz, who is 54, nearly landed the role of Buffy but u
People who start learning a new language often see their brains change in surprising ways. In a year-long study, researchers followed learners to watch how the brain’s structure and function shifted as they improved. They also measured how much students wanted to succeed, their confidence, and the t
People who keep snacking after nine o’clock are more likely to have tummy troubles, a new study claims. The research will be shared at the Digestive Disease Week conference in Chicago. The lead scientist, Dr. Harika Dadigiri, explained that the problem isn’t only about what you eat but also when
People often wonder how to spend money now without hurting their future plans. Big purchases like vacations or home upgrades feel important today, but they can sneakily shrink savings for later. On the flip side, being too careful might mean missing out on experiences you can actually afford. Spend
Hospitals often guess which patients might end up back in care after leaving. They look at basic info like age or recent illnesses, but this way misses what really happens when people recover at home. A patient might seem fine on paper but struggle silently in daily life. This is where wearable gadg
People often picture someone at risk of suicide as deeply sad or shut off from the world. While that’s true for many, others show a surprising shift—suddenly appearing calm, almost cheerful. This isn’t a sign of recovery. Instead, it can mean they’ve reached a painful decision to end their pain. The
People often notice that when they reach their thirties, the group of friends they used to share lunch with in school feels smaller. Life changes: someone marries, moves far away, has kids, or starts to care a lot about politics. The easy way to bond—just sitting next to someone and joking about the
First responders in Arizona are exploring a controversial remedy as part of the state’s pioneering psilocybin study. Whole mushrooms, known for their hallucinogenic properties, are being examined for their potential to ease post‑traumatic stress. The research is backed by state funds and led by Dr.
