3 soup recipes that are just like salads, as shared by chefs and authors
A warm soup is often the perfect match for cold days around this time of year. While a variety of soups can offer great flavor and texture, many are also quite nutritious – almost like a salad. Boston-based registered dietitian Meagan Curtell, MS, RD, LDN (@nutrition_by_meagan), even started a viral series on TikTok called "soups that are basically salads" — featuring soup recipes that are delicious and healthy.
The carnivore diet saved my life after decades of anorexia
Prior to switching to animal foods, Smith tried a myriad of other treatments for her anorexia and other disorders. "I was actively in treatment for my entire life," she said during an interview. "I was seen by hospitals and medical doctors. I had over a dozen psychiatrists. I was on a cocktail of different psychotic medications over the course of three or four decades." "I spent a lifetime under traditional treatment and never got better."
Dangerous ‘gateway drug’ can lead to other substance use, addiction experts warn
A vast majority of American adults say they have consumed alcohol at some point — yet experts warn that alcoholic beverages could be a "gateway drug" to more harmful substances. More than 84% of adults in the U.S. report having drunk alcohol in their lifetime, according to the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). That same survey found that among underage Americans (12 to 17 years of age), more than 21% had consumed alcohol.
Measles vaccines given long ago could be less effective now, doctors say
For those who were vaccinated for measles many decades ago, there’s a chance the protection has worn off by now. Amid the current measles outbreak in West Texas — and with cases also reported in New Mexico, New Jersey and several other states — some doctors are warning about the possibility of legacy vaccines becoming less effective over time. Measles is a highly contagious virus for those who have not previously been infected or vaccinated, with up to a 90% chance of transmission.
What you need to know about the measles outbreak
Measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico, which have already seen one death, have many Americans wondering whether they are at risk and how cautious they should be. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning that global measles outbreaks increase the likelihood of cases among unvaccinated travelers. This is something the center saw on Feb. 19 with a patient in California who returned from Asia. So far, according to the CDC, there have been 165 reported cases of measles in 2025, 93% of which have been described as "outbreak-associated." The CDC defines an "outbreak" as three or more related cases of the illness.
‘I vaped for one year and almost died'
A Pennsylvania woman, 26, says she only vaped for one year before her lungs collapsed. Petrea Mckeithen was 21 when she took up the habit, she told Fox News Digital during an on-camera interview. (See the video at the top of this article.) "Everybody warned me about it, but I didn't listen — I wish that I did," she said. SMOKING AND VAPING CAN HAVE THESE DETRIMENTAL EFFECTS ON FERTILITY, DOCTORS WARN Mckeithen quickly became addicted to vaping, primarily due to the flavor. "It’s really, seriously addicting," she said. "You get addicted to the vape clouds and the flavors — it's themed, it's cool. It's like a rebel type of thing, I guess you could say."
Woman, age 107, has a few big secrets of living a long, happy life
Family, faith and a love of dressing up are all a major part of one centenarian's life — but her years on this Earth have produced a few surprises as well. A great-great-great-grandmother whose life has been described as "a testament to resilience, adaptability and love" recently celebrated her 107th birthday surrounded by her family and friends. Mary Thomas, born on Feb. 14, 1918 — while World War I was still raging — celebrated her birthday at home recently in Stonebridge, in the London borough of Brent.
Can red light therapy improve your skin? Dermatologists share benefits and tips
Social media posts showcasing the use of red light therapy devices at home are sparking interest in this trendy skin treatment — but does it deliver on its promises? While some studies have shown that the practice can have some health benefits, experts agree that more research is needed. Dermatologists shared their expert perspectives about red light therapy with Fox News Digital.
American Airlines passenger claims to witness 'gate lice' crackdown ahead of boarding
American Airlines appears to be keeping its promise of not letting pesky "gate lice" passengers board a plane before it's their turn. A flight passenger and Reddit user took to the social media platform to share a recent airport story about an American Airlines gate agent who held up the airline's strong crackdown against "gate lice." The recent flyer, writing on the subreddit thread r/americanairlines, applauds a gate agent at the Pensacola, Florida, airport who strongly enforced the correct boarding zone.
Is protein making you fat? Health experts weigh in on today's food focus
Many Americans are hooked on protein these days, with some 60% of people "actively trying" to increase their intake of protein, according to the Hartman Group, a consumer research firm based in Bellevue, Washington. From protein shakes and bars to protein pizzas and carnivore diets, Americans seemingly cannot get enough of the macronutrient. Yet is this too much of a good thing? And could today's obsession with protein-packed food result in added pounds?