Call it a reason to never share your earbuds ― or anything else that goes in your ears. A doctor in Vietnam told Newsflare he found dozens of tiny mushroom-like growths around the eardrums of a patient who had complained of itchy, painful ears. The likely reason? The unnamed patient had been sharing “ear hygiene equipment” […]
It’s time to talk toaster ovens, because they’re good for way more than just toast. The best toaster ovens can roast a tray of veggies, chicken or fish, reheat everything from frozen pizzas to burritos, and even bake quick breads and cakes—without having to wait for the full-size oven to heat up or wash full-size […]
This article is by Esther Choo, M.D., M.P.H.; Andrea Ciaranello, M.D., M.P.H.; Jesper Ke; and Mai Tuyet Pho, M.D., M.P.H. As health professionals, we have been asked by many of our patients, friends, and family members how to safely celebrate the holidays during the pandemic. These questions are especially important as the U.S. continues to […]
One of the worst parts of writing about mental health for a living is how often therapists tell me I need to cut back on social media. Because frankly, I’m not going to cut back on social media anytime soon. Like, yes, I know social media and mental health have a contentious relationship and I […]
Though artichokes are undeniably intimidating (the spiky leaves!), don’t let their unwelcoming appearance scare you off. There are so many great artichoke recipes that prove that the veggie is totally worth the extra effort it takes to prep. Beneath that rough exterior lies a tender heart that’s just begging to be put in dips, on […]
Nuthawut Somsuk via Getty Images People struggling with long-term symptoms of COVID-19 ― dubbed long COVID ― have spoken about the challenges they’ve faced since contracting the coronavirus earlier in the year. Their testimonies have been shared as part of a new study, published in the British Journal of General Practice Open (BJGP Open). The […]
Republicans are outraged ― outraged! ― that anyone would believe they don’t support protecting people with preexisting conditions from health insurance discrimination. They feel so strongly about this that they are doing absolutely nothing about it. Tears are flowing heavily on Capitol Hill and the campaign trail as Republicans try to distance themselves from a […]
People are pretty devoted to their Instant Pots—rightfully so, considering it’ll cook almost anything beautifully. And because of its popularity, there’s a plethora of healthy Instant Pot recipes out there just begging to be made—from creamy soups, to flavorful veggie sides, to fall-off-the-bone tender meat. The Instant Pot can function as a pressure cooker or […]
President Donald Trump once again defended his actions during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic and said he wanted to show Americans “calmness” and be a “cheerleader.” Trump made the comments in a lengthy interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity on Wednesday, his latest effort to distance himself from revelations published in excerpts from […]
Rubbing, either of the skin-on-skin variety or from clothing, can exacerbate the itchiness and soreness. Robin B., 61, who has had psoriasis for over 15 years, says that before she got on an effective treatment, she had to be careful about the clothing she wore. “There were certain undergarments I couldn’t wear because it would […]
Chocolate zucchini cake with coconut frosting Grated zucchini makes this cake really moist, and the topping adds a nice crunch. When zucchini is in season, I shred, measure, and freeze it in two-cup amounts for this favorite recipe. —Lois M Holben, Creal Springs, Illinois. While we’re on the subject of coconuts…is a coconut a nut? […]
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Summer is great for many reasons, but one of my favorite parts of the season is the food. Hands down. Tomatoes, watermelon, berries, peaches, and corn are abundant and ripe, making it so easy and satisfying to throw together healthy summer recipes. The weather is finally nice enough to stand outside and grill everything instead […]