This pain-free device, called the Earigator, uses body-temperature water to extract earwax in as little as 30 seconds.
In advance of her new book "The Menopause Manifesto," Dr. Jen Gunter spoke to Insider on the most overlooked aspect of women's health.
39% of Australians used digital platforms to exercise during the national lockdown last year, according to a new study by Deakin University. Experts believe the increase in the use of digital platforms will continue, as Australians invest further in wearable fitness tech, at-home fitness equipment, and apps. “It’s likely that […]
Three ways you can control the quality of your bowel movements are how you sit, what you eat, and exercise. Making changes to your life in these categories can improve your digestive health. But always consult with your doctor before any significant changes to your diet or lifestyle. Visit Business […]
Stacey Haluka, a former essential-oil distributor, developed a full-body, oozing rash after ingesting essential oils several times a day for three weeks. She appeared on an episode of “(Un)well,” a series on Netflix looking at the possible dangers of the wellness industry. “It felt like someone had locked me in […]
A now-deleted TikTok video of a nurse promoting abstinence outside of marriage to prevent STDs went viral this weekend. The post prompted Twitter users to talk about other prejudices and racism that they have felt from medical professionals, both in person and on social media. Some responded with videos of […]
Apple interviewed people who have used the health features on the Apple Watch on camera to see how it improved their lives. The video premiered at Tuesday’s Apple event, where the company debuted a new Apple Watch, a new iPad, and three new iPhones. The Apple Watch monitors your heart […]
Fitness has boomed into a $US100 billion global industry, and a key aspect of that is its influencers, the names and faces that people associate with health and wellness. Many of these influencers started out as personal trainers and amateur athletes before Instagram and social media gave them a place […]
Our lifestyles are changing, and so are the ways that we stay fit. People are always coming up with new ways to get better, faster, and stronger. In five days, I tried five of the most unusual fitness trends out there, including an urban sweat lodge, circus-inspired aerial yoga, a […]
A new INSIDER poll found that 34% of American adults believe in the health benefits of essential oils. Similarly, 31% believe in the health benefits of aromatherapy. But the actual science behind essential oils is shaky and many studies on them are poorly conducted. Essential oils are a billion-dollar industry […]
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the no. 1 cause of death in the world. A new study found that workplace stress might increase factors for CVD. The study comes at a time when experts are paying close attention to workplace stress, especially burnout. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Your […]
Boutique fitness brand Orangetheory Fitness is likely coming out with an Apple partnership later this year. Kevin Keith, the brand’s chief brand officer, teased an upcoming partnership with Apple at the Association of National Advertisers’ Brand Masters conference on Friday. “We are actually rolling out, later this year, some new […]
Giving up alcohol can benefit your skin, liver, and other parts of your body. You won’t see changes immediately. When you stop drinking for a brief period, you’re more likely to make more informed eating choices and drink less in the long term. If you’ve ever given up drinking alcohol, […]
Melissa Hanna is the co-founder of Mahmee, a Los Angeles-based prenatal and postpartum care management platform that looks to increase positive health outcomes for mums and babies. In 2015, Mahmee participated in the early-stage venture fund and seed accelerator 500 Startups, and Hanna soon found herself in fundraising talks with […]
Drinking too much water can be unhealthy and even lead to death in extreme cases. When you drink more water than your kidneys can handle, you can upset the balance of sodium levels in your blood – this is called water intoxication. Check out the video above to find how […]
Retail price prescription medication is prohibitively expensive. If you have insurance, your policy still doesn’t always cover as much as you’d like. Blink Health is a no-commitment, no-fee service that offers access to over 15,000 medications for a fraction of their retail price. Here’s the quick and easy process: search […]
Activated charcoal is having a moment in food, beauty, and supplement industries right now. But how does it work? And is it even good for you? Following is a transcript of the video. Instagram is blowing up with black-looking food and beauty products. Thanks to this stuff. It’s called activated […]
