Swish, Spit, Repeat: Is Oil Pulling Good for Your Teeth?
It has been said to reduce cavities, whiten teeth and minimize bad breath. Here’s what the research suggests.
A Blood Test Accurately Diagnosed Alzheimer’s 90% of the Time, Study Finds
It was much more accurate than primary care doctors using cognitive tests and CT scans. The findings could speed the quest for an affordable and accessible way to diagnose patients with memory problems.
How Our Bodies Can Adapt to Heat
It’s possible to train your body to better handle high temperatures in just a few weeks.
To Uber, With Love
This is a happy story about a corporation you probably hate. Stick with me here. You’ve got to get through some tough stuff. First, there were the tears — just two. My son Gus, 22, is autistic and preternaturally cheerful; I hadn’t seen him cry since he was a baby. Even when he held his…
What to Know About Shark Season: Risks, Attacks and More
Attacks are rare, but they do happen. Here’s what you need to know.
PSA: Some of the Most Comfortable Walking Shoes Are Sold on Amazon
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For Epidemics to Cross Oceans, Viruses on Ships Had to Beat the Odds
In the era when people traveled by sailing ship and steamer, illnesses usually burned themselves out before boats reached shore, a new study finds.
Zendaya, Mick Jagger and Snoop Dogg Step Out in Paris for the Olympics
Athletes, actors and fashion designers celebrated on Thursday before the opening of the Games in Paris.
Is It Safe to Exercise Outdoors When the Air Is Smoky from Wildfires?
The answer depends on your overall health, along with the length and intensity of your workout.
Kendall Jenner Is a Street Style Icon—Here Are 12 of Her Best Looks to Shop Now
People always confuse me with Kendall Jenner. I constantly have to say, “No, I swear I’m not Kendall; stop taking pictures of me!” It’s so exhausting. Obviously, I’m joking. I don’t look a thing like a 5’11” Victoria’s Secret angel (sadly), but how can you resist trying to emulate her effortless style? Every time she…