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New York Post
11 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- New York Post
What does ‘green living' look like in the summer?
Most Americans want to reduce their environmental impact, and many are taking it a step further by practicing green living this summer, according to a recent survey. In the poll of 2,000 American adults, three-quarters (75%) said they want to reduce the negative effects of their lifestyle and purchases on Mother Earth. Seasonality may have some influence here, as 64% of those admitted it's easier to be eco-friendly during the summertime. 4 Most Americans want to reduce their environmental impact, and many are taking it a step further by practicing green living this summer, according to a recent survey. Drobot Dean – But even still, almost seven in 10 (69%) are adopting green living this season and shaping their habits and routines to be as sustainable and eco-conscious as possible. For many, green living just looks like recycling (78%) and creating less trash (66%). Sixty-four percent are also working to conserve water, and 58% are using less electricity. Conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by the study also found that most (87%) feel it's important to be environmentally responsible during the summer to reduce waste and pollution, given the number of events, holidays, and parties during the season. And based on respondents' tips for green living, the survey found that sustainability isn't complicated. Many shared advice that centered on conscious consumption and taking a 'less is more' approach to shopping. A number of respondents make a point to compost their food waste and avoid plastic packaging when shopping. Other eco-friendly tips include 'Carry a reusable kit — a water bottle, shopping bag, and utensil set everywhere you go,' 'Incorporate new habits into your lifestyle and they become normal,' and 'Turn the water off when you brush your teeth.' Respondents summarized how easy it is to live green by saying, 'Just be conscious of every little thing you do. You never know when you will be able to do something in a more sustainable manner' and simply 'Buy produce that is not packed in a bag of plastic.' 4 Seasonality may have some influence here, as 64% of those admitted it's easier to be eco-friendly during the summertime. Syda Productions – And this summer, many (29%) are grocery shopping for items with minimal packaging, along with foods that are quick and easy to prepare (64%). Nutrient-density (44%) is also important to people when grocery shopping, along with taking home hydrating foods (35%). Top summer grocery haul items from the survey include high-protein selections like chicken (74%) and eggs (68%), along with hydration-rich foods like watermelon (68%), greens (66%), and tomatoes (63%). 'There's a handful of considerations people have when grocery shopping during the summertime and, at times, it can feel overwhelming,' said Stephanie Barlow, senior director of communications at 'Many people are balancing rising grocery prices and their needs for healthy, sustainable, and hydrating foods. Eating watermelon can check all these boxes since it's affordable, nutrient-dense, hydrating, and uses minimal or no plastic packaging.' In the survey, respondents were asked about their health goals, and the study found that consuming more healthy foods (78%) and drinking more water (76%) are adults' top wellness priorities. And for respondents with kids (61%), their biggest health goals for their kids are also improving their hydration (50%) and healthy food intake (47%). So it's no surprise that nearly a third of adults (31%) confessed they're typically dehydrated on any given summer day, and more than a fifth of parents (22%) admitted they struggle to get their kids to drink enough water. To help with this, the majority of parents surveyed (66%) divulged that they feed their kids water-rich foods during the summertime to 'sneak' some hydration in. And the most popular hydrating foods respondents enjoy on summer days are watermelon (74%), strawberries (54%), oranges (46%), and cucumber (46%). This corresponds nicely with both survey respondents and their kids' favorite summertime fruit being watermelon (60% and 51% respectively). 'If you're struggling to stay hydrated during the heat of the summer, try eating some watermelon,' said Barlow. 'Or if you just want a cool, refreshing snack, watermelon is perfect for that too.' 4 Many respondents make a point to compost their food waste and avoid plastic packaging when shopping. Kitreel – TOP GREEN LIVING SUMMER HABITS Recycling (78%) Creating less trash and waste (66%) Conserving water (64%) Using less electricity (58%) Driving less in general (56%) Walking whenever possible (56%) Buying locally made/grown products (51%) Shopping less in general (44%) Buying secondhand products (36%) Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters GREEN LIVING TIPS 'Build a compost pile out of anything organic that you would otherwise throw away.' 'I buy fewer things but choose high-quality, sustainable options.' 'Carry a reusable kit — a water bottle, shopping bag, and utensil set everywhere you go.' 'Just be conscious of every little thing you do. You never know when you will be able to do something in a more sustainable manner.' 'Incorporate new habits into your lifestyle, and they become normal. We compost, recycle, buy secondhand, and conserve resources. Turn the water off when you brush your teeth!' 'I try my best to buy produce that is not packed or sacked in a bag of plastic.' 'Turn off the lights, take shorter showers, recycle whenever possible, and buy items at thrift stores.' 'Going paperless with bills.' 4 'Build a compost pile out of anything organic that you would otherwise throw away,' is a tip experts say to follow for green living.' Daisy Daisy – FAVORITE HYDRATING SUMMER FOODS Watermelon (74%) Strawberries (54%) Oranges (46%) Cucumber (46%) Pineapple (42%) Cantaloupe (42%) Peaches (41%) Lettuce (37%) Tomatoes (37%) Honeydew melon (30%) Celery (22%) Bell peppers (20%) Zucchini (14%) Survey methodology: Talker Research surveyed 2,000 general population Americans; the survey was commissioned by and administered and conducted online by Talker Research between June 17 and June 23, 2025.
New York Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
American mom shocked by one striking difference in European parenting style: ‘This is how kids learn'
While enjoying a vacation in Portugal with her husband, momfluencer Erin Monroe (@ ) pointed out how different European children are from American children. In the TikTok video, Monroe — who has three kids of her own — noticed that 'The culture around kids here is so different than it is in the States. The kids are just everywhere, they're part of everything.' Advertisement The mom explained that while she was dining at a restaurant in Cascais, Portugal, she noticed a large group of kids, ranging in age, playing soccer in an open area next to the establishment, and said that she heard what sounded like at least four different languages being spoken. 'There was one older kid who was actively translating for the other kids,' she recalled. 'It's so interesting to me because the language barrier isn't even really a barrier. Especially for kids, they don't care.' 3 Portuguese citizens are complaining of overtourism in cities like Lisbon and Porto. NurPhoto via Getty Images Advertisement Monroe also said the parents were just enjoying wine and bread inside the restaurant, and appeared to be leaving the kids to their own fun. Meanwhile, in America — parents often shove screens in front of kids' faces to keep them occupied and quiet. Of course, anytime there's a Europe versus the US comparison — people online love to chime in with their opinions. 3 The surprised mom said that if a large group of kids were playing in an American restaurant, patrons would get 'grumpy.' Syda Productions – Advertisement 'Love how Americans discover the world,' one snarky commenter wrote. 'This is how kids learn to socialize. How do they learn it in the States?' asked someone else. 'American living in Greece here… kids are everywhere and with the family all the time. Kids sleep at the tavernas on the chairs till 1 am …. Life is so different than being in the states,' a comment explained. 'I don't feel, as a parent in the U.S., that my kids are as welcomed in public spaces as I observed them being welcomed in Portugal,' the mom said, agreeing with many commenters in a follow-up video. Advertisement This video is the latest in a string of anti-tourist sentiments from European locals. 3 Locals of destinations in countries like Spain, Greece, Italy and Croatia have warned tourists that their cities are already crowded enough. Anna Polishchuk – However, a recent poll of European tourism experts revealed that while people from different European countries generally tend to perceive Americans as annoying, rude and entitled, there are some things they can appreciate about travelers from across the pond. Experts from several countries, like Italy and Greece, noted that their countrymen especially appreciate generous American tipping culture — there's a first. In France, they appreciate Americans' eagerness for their country. 'Even after two hours, they [Americans] remain enthusiastic and eager for more,' Marie-Cécile Ruault-Marmande of the National Museum of Pre-History in the Dordogne gushed. 'They appreciate very detailed explanations, exhibiting a great capacity for amazement.'
New York Post
04-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Gen Z turns to ‘old-school' money hack to curb spending: ‘Helps create awareness'
Cold hard cash is making a comeback — at least on weekends. Swipe, sip, splurge, repeat — that's the usual weekend drill for many debit-card-happy spenders. One latte turns into a shopping spree, a boozy brunch and suddenly your bank account's begging for mercy. Advertisement Enter the latest TikTok-approved money hack: the 'cash-only weekend.' The idea? Hit the ATM on Friday, pull out a set amount of cash, and make it stretch through Sunday. @ how using cash has helped me grow my savings 💰💵💸 granted, this might not apply to everyone and all of our financial situations are different but this is what has helped me this year and I wanted to share! it has truly changed EVERYTHING when it comes to my money and in my opinion we SHOULD be purchasing conciously!!!! if you have any tips feel free to leave them in the comments 🖤🧚🥰 #cashisking #savingmoney #moneytips #cash #financialliteracy ♬ original sound – Alright Hey 🇦🇺🍉 No cards. No Apple Pay. No exceptions. When the cash runs out, so does the fun. Advertisement With tap-to-pay making it way too easy to blow through your budget, this analog approach is catching on fast. As Nadia Vanderhall, a financial planner and founder of The Brands and Bands, told Bustle in a recent interview, 'Most people are used to tapping with Apple Pay or Google Pay — you're not even pulling out your wallet anymore.' She continued, 'You just tap and keep it moving. But that's the issue: when the money leaves that fast, you're not tracking what you're truly spending.' 3 Cash is king again — at least 'til Monday. For weekend warriors with swipe-happy fingers, it's all too easy: one latte, one brunch, one 'treat yourself' spree — and boom, your bank account's in cardiac arrest. Syda Productions – Advertisement This old-school hack isn't just about saving bucks — she explained — it's about spending with purpose. A 'cash-only' weekend doesn't just curb your impulse buys — it forces you to slow your roll and put some thought behind every dollar that leaves your wallet. 'You decide how much you want to spend for the weekend, pull that amount in cash on Friday, and that's all you allow yourself to use through Sunday,' she added. When you're forking over cold, hard cash and watching it vanish faster than your willpower at a sample sale, you're way less likely to blow your budget on impulse buys. Advertisement The paper-in-hand panic? That's the point — it forces you to think twice before splurging on that extra oat milk latte or random checkout-line trinket. Vanderhall stressed, 'If you swipe without thinking or tend to overspend on food, convenience, or random little things, this can help create real awareness.' 3 'You decide how much you want to spend for the weekend, pull that amount in cash on Friday, and that's all you allow yourself to use through Sunday,' she added. .tiktok/@yellerwelle If you want to give a 'cash-only' weekend a whirl, first, check your bank balance, eyeball your plans — birthdays, brunches, booze runs — then hit the ATM and take out just enough to cover it all without raiding your savings or skipping the rent. Stash the cash in an envelope and swear off your swipe — though Vanderhall says it's smart to keep a backup card buried so deep in your bag you'll need a search party to find it. As previously reported by The Post, Gen Z-ers are also trying the 'treat yourself tax' hack and '1% rule' to save money and prevent overspending. Earlier this spring, the 'treat yourself tax' hack had spenders doing double takes — one at the price tag, and one at their savings app. The rule? For every impulse buy — whether it's a $7 iced coffee, a $30 plumping gloss, or a $250 'emotional support' purse — you match it with a deposit into savings. Advertisement 3 This old-school money hack is making a comeback. Pixel-Shot – Splurge now, save now. Guilt optional. As for the '1% rule,' over the past few months, this has been making waves with wallet-watchers — and it's so simple even your shopaholic BFF could pull it off. Advertisement Thinking about blowing big bucks on front-row concert seats, a bougie espresso machine, or a luxe weekend getaway? If the price tag is more than 1% of your annual income, pump the brakes. Make $50K? Anything over $500 means it's time for a 24-hour cooling-off period. Still craving it tomorrow? Fine. But if not, congrats — you just saved a chunk of change (and your credit score).
New York Post
02-07-2025
- Health
- New York Post
People who go to bed at this time get the most exercise — it's not about how much they sleep but when
The early bird gets the workout. It's bad enough that night owls are more at risk for dementia, depression and diabetes. Now, a new study — published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) — suggests they can also forget about that sunrise jog they keep promising to take. Advertisement A new study clearly suggests your bedtime — not your sleep duration — significantly impacts how much moderate-to-vigorous physical activity you get the next day. Syda Productions – Researchers assessed the sleep habits and exercise levels of almost 20,000 people who wore the health and fitness tracker WHOOP for one year, taking into account how long they slept and when they went to bed. You might assume that sleep duration matters more than bedtime since getting those six to eight hours of quality rest increases your probability of feeling motivated and energized enough to hit the ground running when you wake up. Advertisement But, surprisingly, researchers found that wasn't the case. People who went to bed around 9 p.m. did about 30 more minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity the following day than those who hit the hay at 1 a.m. The early birds pumped out 15 more workout minutes compared to those who tucked in at 11 p.m. — the average bedtime for participants — even when the total sleep duration was the same. Why? Experts believe societal norms can put night owls at a disadvantage when it comes to mental — and, as it turns out, physical — health. Advertisement 9 p.m. seems to be the sweet spot if you're looking to work out longer the next day, the study revealed. Drazen – 'Standard 9-to-5 routines can clash with the natural sleep preferences of evening types, leading to social jetlag, poorer sleep quality and increased daytime sleepiness — which can all reduce motivation and opportunity for physical activity the next day,' Josh Leota, a research fellow at Monash University's School of Psychological Sciences, said in a statement. Sleep specialist Dr. Dylan Petkus previously told The Post that 'although early birds do better with societal norms like traditional 9-to-5 jobs, health-wise, both can be equally healthy as long as they get enough sleep and stick to a consistent schedule.' Advertisement That being said, he noted that people who go to bed between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. tend to have the best sleep quality. If that's not you — experts recommend gradually dragging up your bedtime by 15 minutes until you hit your sweet spot. Meanwhile, Leota believes the study's findings have 'meaningful implications for public health.' 'Rather than just promoting sleep and physical activity independently, health campaigns could encourage earlier bedtimes to naturally foster more active lifestyles,' he said. 'A holistic approach that recognizes how these two essential behaviors interact may lead to better outcomes for individual and community health.' And don't forget that while doing a few quick exercises before bed can help you sleep longer, working out within four hours of bedtime can mess with your sleep.
New York Post
20-06-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Dentist reveals the toothbrushing mistake nearly everyone is making
Brushing your teeth is an act we do daily, but it seems many of us may have been doing it wrong this whole time. Functional dentist Dr. Victoria Sampson has made some bold claims about the proper way to brush your teeth, and it's sent the internet into a spiral. Dr. Sampson appeared on Steven Bartlett's The Diary of a CEO podcast and claimed that you should never rinse your mouth after brushing your teeth. In a clip shared on social media, Dr. Sampson says, 'Brush, brush, brush, spit into the basin, and that's it.' 4 A dentist reveals the proper way to brush your teeth. wertinio – 'Reason being, going back to my sunscreen analogy, imagine you spend two minutes putting all this lovely sunscreen all over your skin to just go and then have a shower right before you go into the sun,' she said. 'So with the toothpaste, you spend two minutes putting all of that on your teeth, and then if you rinse it, you're actually removing all of that goodness from your teeth and gums, and it's kind of like you haven't done anything.' The reactions online were mixed, from people insisting this was the only way to being surprised that others were not aware of this. 4 In a clip shared on social media, Dr. Sampson says, 'Brush, brush, brush, spit into the basin, and that's it.' New Africa – 'I thought everybody did this,' one person commented. 'Look, I'm 34 y'all. Used to rinse. I had horrible cavities for years. Haven't had a single one since I started flossing and spitting only. Go do it now, before you go to bed, and thank me in 10 years,' another said. 'My life has been a lie,' one person said. However, it seems the majority of people online have disagreed with her sentiment. 4 'So with the toothpaste, you spend two minutes putting all of that on your teeth, and then if you rinse it, you're actually removing all of that goodness from your teeth and gums, and it's kind of like you haven't done anything,' she continued. milanmarkovic78 – 'But the toothpaste instruction says you should rinse thoroughly,' one person argued. 'They rinse at the dentist though,' another pointed out. 'Disagree completely,' someone else weighed in. According to NSW Health, people should brush their teeth twice daily with a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. 4 The reactions online were mixed, from people insisting this was the only way to being surprised that others were not aware of this. Syda Productions – After brushing, spit out the toothpaste and do not rinse with water. Leaving a small amount of fluoride toothpaste around your teeth will help strengthen them. Fluoride enhances the tooth's outer surface, making it more resistant to acid attacks and sugars. It can also reduce tooth decay, as well as prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. NSW Health also recommends using dental floss between your teeth daily.
