Teddy Amenabar

Washington, D.C.

General assignment reporter

Education: University of Maryland, BA in journalism

Teddy Amenabar is a general assignment reporter for the Well+Being team covering health news, including environmental health risks, social media trends and fitness. Before that, he was a contributing writer to Launcher, The Post's gaming and esports vertical, and worked on the newsroom's audience team. He joined The Post in 2015.
Latest from Teddy Amenabar

    Is beef tallow good for your skin? Here's what we found.

    Companies pitch beef tallow as a solution to a variety of skin concerns, but dermatologists are skeptical about some of these claims.

    November 27, 2024

    Are you good at building friendships? Here’s how to tell.

    Experts say that building close friendships takes effort and intentionality, and that it's essential for a healthy life.

    November 26, 2024

    What experts say about tap water amid new concerns

    Despite the identification of a new chemical and the presence of an old chemical, fluoride, in drinking water, experts said most tap water is safe to drink

    November 22, 2024

    RFK Jr. says he drinks raw milk. How safe is unpasteurized milk?

    Raw milk can pose a serious health risk, especially for children and older adults.

    November 21, 2024
    Bottles of raw milk are displayed for sale at a store in Temecula, California, on May 8.

    Why kettlebells are so popular for quick, at-home workouts

    Dads on social media are raving about the versatile weights, which can help you get a quick, full-body workout.

    November 20, 2024

    The latest skincare trend: Beef fat. Yes, beef fat.

    Beef tallow, or rendered beef fat, is lauded on TikTok as a natural skincare treatment. Dermatologists say it’s no better than conventional moisturizers.

    November 15, 2024

    A pizzeria mistakenly sold pizza laced with THC. Here’s how it happened.

    A pizzeria in Wisconsin accidentally served THC-laced pizza, causing symptoms in customers.

    October 30, 2024
    Pizza shop. (iStock)

    How long can you stand on one foot? The answer may predict your fall risk.

    “If you can’t stand on your leg for five seconds, you’re at risk of falls,” said Kenton Kaufman, the senior author of the Mayo Clinic study.

    October 23, 2024

    Carbo-loading before a big run? Here’s what experts suggest.

    Before a marathon, runners should consume carbohydrates that are low in fiber and easy to digest, experts say.

    October 23, 2024

    TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg died of Addison’s disease. What is it?

    The sudden death of TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg highlights the dangers of Addison's disease.

    October 11, 2024
    Taylor Rousseau Grigg attends an event in 2022 in West Hollywood.