US economy grows faster than expected last quarter
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The U.S. economy grew faster than expected at the end of 2023. Gross domestic product grew by 3.3% in the three-month period from October through December. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft spoke about the health of the economy with Peter C. Earle from AIER.

Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says

One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.

Eating snow 'not worth the risk,' expert says
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Actress Reese Witherspoon?s viral TikTok of her eating snow has sparked a heated debate: Is it safe to eat snow? Harriet Skevis, Nutritionist and Registered Dietician at Northwell Health, joins FOX Weather to educate us on the potential hazards of eating snow.

Concern of nicotine among young users
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Dr. Peter Chin-Hong with UCSF Health joined LiveNOW's Carel Lajara to discuss the rising level of concern for young people turning to nicotine products.

What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'

Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.

What you should order at McDonald's, according to nutritionists

By ordering carefully from the menu and not making the fast food chain a regular part of your routine, you can opt for better-for-you alternatives.

Cancer cases increasing in US, but overall deaths decreasing, new research shows

In 2024, over 611,000 deaths from cancer are projected for the US. That’s more than 1,600 deaths from cancer each day, according to the organization.

Comedian Pauly Shore channels fitness guru Richard Simmons in upcoming short film

Comedian and actor Pauly Shore has fulfilled his desire to portray the legendary fitness personality Richard Simmons in the upcoming short film, "The Court Jester."

Menthol cigarette ban in the US? Here's the latest on the proposed FDA rule

U.S. health regulators are considering banning menthol cigarettes, a long-awaited plan that advocates say could save hundreds of thousands of lives but faced an unexpected delay last year.

'Brave' teenager gets legs amputated while comatose after contracting infection on Christmas

A tragic incident involving a comatose Tennessee teenager, Anita Navas, has unfolded over the Christmas holiday. Navas, 13, had to undergo double leg amputation due to a severe infection.

Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?

Excessive sweating during sleep, or night sweats, occurs when there is a dysregulation of the body's natural reaction to excess heat.

What does it mean to be 'California sober?’

The term “California sober" has been popularized by celebrities like Demi Lovato and Willie Nelson. What does it mean and is it a healthy approach to sobriety?

Inflation climbs faster than expected in December
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The Labor Department said that the consumer price index, a broad measure of the price of everyday goods including gasoline, groceries and rent, rose 0.3% in December from the previous month, more than expected.