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Here’s something to chew on. Brains require nutrients from a variety of foods like fruits, vegetables, fatty fish, whole grains, nuts and seeds to function properly. Even if you’re consuming these foods regularly, occasionally enjoying a cheat-day treat can still take a toll on the brain. Popular foods full of sodium, refined sugars and cholesterol-spiking…

It sends us to sleep and wakes us in the night, excites us and depresses us, gives us confidence one moment, anxiety the next. How does this messy drug wield so much power? Whatever you think of alcohol, you have to admit that it’s versatile. Ever since the first humans started smashing up fruit and…

This family-friendly March 17 showcase features world-class Irish musicians, step dancers, storytellers and Ukrainian performers in a sold-out celebration In New York, the 15th annual alcohol-free celebration takes over a landmark Gilded Age mansion with a lineup of acclaimed Irish musicians and award-winning step dancers. Organizers say the cross-cultural event pairs Irish tradition with Ukrainian…

People are using weight loss drugs to cut back on drinking. We already have a prescription for that. To some extent, Americans are talking about alcohol more than ever. We’re having open conversations about the negative health impacts of drinking. People are consuming less booze overall and examining strategies to moderate, even as each drink…

The holidays can be a fun time of joy and celebration, but for those in recovery, constant social events might elicit feelings of stress, temptation, triggers, and peer pressure. For many, maintaining sobriety during the holidays might make celebrating a dreaded experience. Xavier Aguayo, Clinical Therapist at Loma Linda University Behavioral Health, explains that for…

Non-alcoholic beer is often presented as a safe alternative to alcohol, but it is important to be aware of the risks before trying it. It may seem like a great choice if you are trying to limit your alcohol use since non-alcoholic beer often smells and tastes similar to alcoholic beers. However, there are dangers…

America’s seniors aren’t immune to the ongoing opioid epidemic. Among adults 65 and older, overdose deaths from fentanyl mixed with stimulants — like cocaine and methamphetamines — have surged 9,000% in the last eight years, which matches rates among younger adults. That’s according to research from the American Society of Anesthesiologists, which was presented at…

And getting started is easier than you might think. Most people know which lifestyle choices promote good health. Think regular exercise, a balanced diet and sufficient sleep. Yet, despite all the hacks, trackers and motivational quotes, many of us still struggle to stick with our health goals, according to a review of 29 trials.  

Mayor Eric Adams wants to make it easier to take drug addicts off the streets — and into treatment against their will. Adams unveiled the “Compassionate Interventions Act,” a proposed state law that would expand involuntary commitment for people suffering from substance abuse disorders, on Wednesday during an address at the New York Hilton Midtown. “Today I’m putting forward our…

There’s growing concern about the safety of consuming a supplement known as kratom, derived from the leaves of a tree native to Southeast Asia that has exploded in popularity in recent years. Used in a variety of products — including drinks, pills, powders and brewed tea leaves — kratom is marketed as an energy booster, relaxant and…