Month: September 2021

The following story contains spoilers for Nine Perfect Strangers, Episode 8. After seven episodes—and a pretty massive cliffhanger—those loyally tuning in to watch Hulu’s Nine Perfect Strangers had to be eager to see how this would all wrap up. What should have, in theory for our characters, been a week+ retreat of calming serenity had…

With vaccine and masking mandates constantly changing, how do you know just how risky the average social situation is when it comes to getting Covid-19? Enter Covid risk calculators, research-inspired tools meant to help the average person determine their Covid risk level in varying situations from crowded parties of vaccinated people to half empty airplanes…

Imagine, for a moment, that you’ve been dealing with knee soreness (and if you’re like plenty of gym-goers who play basketball or hit the weights hard, you’re almost certain to deal with this at some point). To combat the problem, you might put a messy ice bag on your knee to dull the pain. Or…

Courtesy of retailers If you plan to hit the slopes this winter, you’ll need more than steady skis or solid accessories (like ski goggles) for a killer performance. A comfortable and functional men’s ski jacket is a must-have for even the most casual skiers. But don’t jump the gun yet—there’s a lot to consider when…

If you’re of the opinion that all camping trailers look the same, you’ve obviously never seen a Bruder. The Australian-based company makes rugged military-like camping vehicles that can take on the toughest terrain in all seasons. Simply put, Bruders are pure beasts.In true Bruder fashion, the brand’s newest model—the Bruder EXP-8 Off-Road Camper—is tough on…

By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Sept. 23, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Parents and their children often share numerous traits — including a dislike for broccoli and other veggies in the same family. Noxious enzymes from bacteria in saliva may be the reason why, a new study suggests. Levels of these compounds are similar in…

By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Sept. 22, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Infants may show early signs of autism, but a diagnosis usually isn’t made until age 3. Now, a new study suggests that jumpstarting therapy might stave off that diagnosis altogether.Researchers say their preemptive, parent-led intervention could have a significant impact on children’s social development…

By Steven ReinbergHealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, Sept. 23, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Deaths from methamphetamine overdoses in the United States nearly tripled between 2015 and 2019, health officials report in a new study. While the number of methamphetamine users did not increase as steeply, researchers said frequent use of methamphetamine, and using other drugs at the same…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Plant-based burgers have soared in popularity over the past couple of years. Are these meat alternatives healthier for you than the real thing? Introducing more plant-based foods in your diet is a good thing, says Katherine Zeratsky, a Mayo Clinic registered dietitian nutritionist, but pay attention to the ingredients. It looks…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain University of Minnesota researchers are finding that prior exposure to conflicting health information reduces receptivity to messages about widely-recommended health behaviors. Today’s public information environment is characterized by conflicting information about a wide range of health topics, including nutrition, cancer screening, e-cigarettes, and most recently, COVID-19. Research has shown exposure to…