Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) are a class of drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes and, in some cases, obesity. GLP-1s are effective but expensive and not always covered by insurance. Plus, they require a prescription from your doctor. While some online retailers and compounding pharmacies offer cheaper compounded versions of GLP-1s, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expressed concerns over the safety of these products. As...

Social media is full of copycat recipes that promise to be as good or better than popular restaurant dishes, from famous cheesecakes to zesty chicken wings. Some social media influencers have taken this DIY revolution further by posting videos detailing how to make homemade antibiotics. Recently, homemade versions of Gatorade, a popular sports drink, have popped up in social media news feeds. While the ingredients vary among influencers, 'Nature's Gatorade' recipes typically include lemon...

Healthspan — the latest buzzword in the anti-aging and longevity space — is about living healthier longer by remaining in good health and free from chronic diseases and significant disabilities that may impact quality of life. Genetics can play a role in living healthier longer, but so can lifestyle factors such as diet and physical activity levels. However, with so much information — and sometimes misinformation — about how to increase longevity, it can be challenging to figure out which...

The sheer amount of dietary advice scattered across social media is hard to ignore. Thanks to social media and popular health and wellness influencers, consumers are fed a constant diet of nutrition-related tips and trends. Social media influencers often make bold claims about specific supplements or fad diets, and some even post detailed recipes for DIY detox smoothies and natural antibiotics. Once a new health trend goes viral, changing public opinion is challenging, even when following the...

Zebra striping and damp drinking can reduce short-term health risks associated with alcohol. Still, it's unclear whether these mindful drinking trends can lower long-term risks of health conditions linked to alcohol use, such as cancer. Whether it's hanging out with friends, club hopping, or pub crawling, social gatherings often involve drinking alcohol. While tipping a few back and having a good time is common practice in the social scene, recent data shows that Gen Z and Millennials are...