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Potato Bed Sleep: Cozy Trend, Cautious Wake-Up Call
wellness1 month ago

Potato Bed Sleep: Cozy Trend, Cautious Wake-Up Call

A HuffPost piece explains the TikTok ‘potato bed’ trend—flipping a fitted sheet and stuffing the bed with pillows/blankets to cocoon like a baked potato—promising a comforting sense of safety and potentially better sleep, but sleep experts warn it may not be suitable for everyone (young children, pets, mobility issues), can trap heat or strain the back, and should be approached with moderation; consider room temperature (60–68°F), explore safer alternatives (weighted blankets, sensory-friendly bedding), and use a simple morning check-in to judge sleep quality rather than pursuing an obsessive “perfect” sleep.

via HuffPost|
#bedroom-temperature#sleep#tiktok
US COVID Cases Rise Amid Variant Concerns and Regional Surges
health6 months ago

US COVID Cases Rise Amid Variant Concerns and Regional Surges

COVID-19 markers in the US are rising, with increased test positivity, emergency visits, and hospitalizations, especially among young children, while death rates remain low. Meanwhile, measles outbreaks are ending in Kansas but growing in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, and other infectious diseases like flu, chikungunya, and polio are also spreading in various regions.

via CIDRAP|
#cdc#covid-19#health
"The Truth About Oatzempic: Can the Oat Drink Really Help You Lose Weight?"
health-and-wellness1 year ago

"The Truth About Oatzempic: Can the Oat Drink Really Help You Lose Weight?"

The "oatzempic" trend, a drink made from oats, water, and lime juice, has gained attention for its potential to aid in rapid weight loss, but experts caution against its use as a sustainable weight loss solution. While oats offer health benefits such as antioxidants and fiber, substituting a meal with oatzempic primarily leads to weight loss through calorie restriction rather than unique properties of its ingredients. Nutritionists warn that extreme measures like oatzempic can result in health complications, nutrient deficiencies, and disordered eating habits, emphasizing the importance of sustainable lifestyle changes for overall health and wellness.

via Yahoo Life|
#dietitian#health-and-wellness#nutrition
"The Oatzempic Craze: Can Oat Drink Really Help You Lose Weight?"
health-and-wellness1 year ago

"The Oatzempic Craze: Can Oat Drink Really Help You Lose Weight?"

The viral "oatzempic" trend involves consuming a drink made from oats, water, and lime juice, with claims of rapid weight loss. While oats offer health benefits, experts caution that oatzempic's weight loss is primarily due to calorie restriction and fiber-induced fullness, rather than unique properties of its ingredients. They warn against unsustainable and restrictive approaches to weight loss, emphasizing the importance of balanced and sustainable lifestyle changes for overall health and wellness.

via Yahoo Life|
#dietitian#health-and-wellness#nutrition
"The Rise of Oversharing: How the 'Things I'm Ashamed to Admit' TikTok Trend is Redefining Social Media Transparency"
social-media1 year ago

"The Rise of Oversharing: How the 'Things I'm Ashamed to Admit' TikTok Trend is Redefining Social Media Transparency"

A new TikTok trend called "social media is fake, here are things I’m ashamed to admit" is encouraging users, particularly women, to share their deepest insecurities and struggles, with over 26,000 posts since March. While some see it as a safe space for honest expression, mental health experts warn of potential pitfalls, such as oversimplifying complex issues and fostering unhealthy comparisons. The trend's creator, Rikke Drue, started it to express her own feelings of loneliness and insecurity, and it has since gained widespread participation. Experts emphasize the importance of seeking professional help for long-term mental health improvement, while TikTok stresses its commitment to providing a supportive space and wellbeing resources for its community.

via The Guardian|
#gen-z#mental-health#oversharing
"Beyoncé's Western Fashion Statement: From Assless Chaps to Cowboy Hats"
fashion-and-music1 year ago

"Beyoncé's Western Fashion Statement: From Assless Chaps to Cowboy Hats"

Beyonce's release of "Cowboy Carter" has sparked a surge in interest for western fashion, with cowboy hats poised to be the hottest accessory for the summer. The trend towards cowboy couture has been growing, fueled by celebrities and high-profile fashion shows, and Beyonce's album has only amplified this. Searches for cowboy hats, boots, and bolo ties have skyrocketed, indicating a broader western revival in fashion. Despite the trend's recent popularity, some argue that western wear is not just a passing fad but an iconic part of American culture.

via New York Post |
#beyonce#country-music#cowboy-hats
"Dirty Soda Trend: The Unlikely Collaboration of Coffee Mate and Dr Pepper"
food-and-beverage2 years ago

"Dirty Soda Trend: The Unlikely Collaboration of Coffee Mate and Dr Pepper"

The new viral "Dirty Soda" trend has soda drinkers mixing carbonated soda with creamer, flavored syrups, and fruit, and now Texas-born Dr Pepper has teamed up with Coffee mate creamer to offer a new Dirty Soda Coconut Lime Flavored Creamer. This unconventional fizzy sipper is available for a limited time and has gained popularity for its unique combination of flavors, with fans describing it as a creamy treat with a twist.

via Southern Living|
#coffeemate#dirtysoda#drpepper
"Dutch Ex-PM and Wife Choose Duo Euthanasia, Die Hand in Hand"
world-news2 years ago

"Dutch Ex-PM and Wife Choose Duo Euthanasia, Die Hand in Hand"

Former Dutch prime minister Dries van Agt and his wife Eugenie, both 93, died by euthanasia together, reflecting a growing trend of "duo euthanasia" in the Netherlands. Van Agt, a Catholic, and his wife, who had been married for 70 years, passed away hand in hand, with Van Agt never fully recovering from a 2019 brain haemorrhage. Euthanasia and assisted suicide have been legal in the Netherlands since 2002, and while duo euthanasia remains rare, interest in it is growing, although it is subject to strict individual requirements.

via The Guardian|
#dries-van-agt#duo-euthanasia#euthanasia
"Rise in 'Manic Cleaning' Videos Sparks Concern Among Experts"
mental-health2 years ago

"Rise in 'Manic Cleaning' Videos Sparks Concern Among Experts"

An online trend of labeling impulsive cleaning as "manic cleaning" has sparked concerns from those with actual manic experiences, who feel the casual use of mental health terms diminishes the severity of conditions like bipolar disorder. Experts warn that using serious psychiatric terms to describe relatively ordinary behavior can contribute to misinformation about mania and bipolar disorder. They emphasize that true episodes of mania are disruptive and painful, lasting much longer than a couple of hours and often accompanied by severe depression. The trend has raised worries about the trivialization of mental health issues and the potential for exacerbating shame and stigma for those living with mental illness.

via Bored Panda|
#bipolardisorder#maniccleaning#mental-health