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Breast Cancer is Striking Young Women, and Scientists Think a ‘Concerning Trend’ May Be Fueling It

Pierre Van Zyl18th December 2025Cancer, Heal, News + Discoveries, Women’s Health

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For decades, the narrative around breast cancer has been clearly defined: it is primarily a disease of older age, something to be vigilant about after age 50. While crucial, this narrative is rapidly being rewritten by unsettling scientific data. A dan…

12 Early Warning Signs of Cognitive Decline You Should Know

Pierre Van Zyl17th December 2025Energy & Sleep, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging

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There are a few health-related things that are generally inevitable as we age. We might move a little slower, require more recovery time between activities, and many of us will eventually need glasses, at least for reading. What has been normalized, bu…

The Word That Can Turn Your Voice Into a Weapon for AI Fraud

Pierre Van Zyl16th December 2025Technology

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People are growing wise to pyramid schemes and emails from Nigerian princes, so scammers are getting crafty. Nowadays, artificial intelligence seems to be everywhere. Generative AI platforms make it easy to procure images, text, videos, music, and othe…

Severe Flu Surge Hits Children Hardest, Worst Since 2010

Pierre Van Zyl16th December 2025ai-assisted, Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, News + Discoveries, parenting

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Every start of the school year, particularly as the weather turns cool, cases of pediatric flu, aka flu in children, rise. This year, however, the influenza surge sweeping through communities is not just any bad flu season. It is the most severe pediat…

Podcast Ep. 518 | All Black Everything

Pierre Van Zyl15th December 2025Minimalism, Podcast

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If you dress in all black, people can still find the color in your personality.

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Bats May Hold a Key to Future Diabetes Therapies, Scientists Say

Pierre Van Zyl14th December 2025Learn, News + Discoveries

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Human beings are not the only ones with a sweet tooth. Fruit bats are named after their love of sugary fruits. In fact, they can eat double their body weight in fruit, which is their main source of food. Unfortunately, a similarly sugar-rich diet is un…

Bats May Hold a Key to Future Diabetes Therapies, Scientists Say

Pierre Van Zyl14th December 2025Learn, News + Discoveries

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Human beings are not the only ones with a sweet tooth. Fruit bats are named after their love of sugary fruits. In fact, they can eat double their body weight in fruit, which is their main source of food. Unfortunately, a similarly sugar-rich diet is un…

Baggage Handler Warns About Tying Ribbons Onto Luggage

Pierre Van Zyl12th December 2025Learn

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Trying to get your luggage together after a long exhausting day of travel is frustrating. Especially because many suitcases look the same, people often risk grabbing the wrong bag. As such, Many people have learned a great hack for recognizing their lu…

Top 3 Gut Un-Friendly Foods According to a Gastroenterologist

Pierre Van Zyl12th December 2025Chronic Illness & Alternatives, Digestion, eat, Functional Nutrition, Health Awareness

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The concept of ‘gut health’ has long since moved from a niche topic into a mainstream priority, and for good reason. A healthy gut is not just about avoiding bloating; it’s a critical component of overall well-being. The health of your gut will influen…

Leading Risk Factor For Cancer Revealed: It’s Not What We Think

Pierre Van Zyl12th December 2025Cancer, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging

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When we think of cancer risk, factors like smoking, sun exposure, or family history often spring to mind, while these are certainly important, the single most significant risk factor for developing cancer is something none of us can avoid: aging. The i…

Creamy Cajun Chicken Sausage Orzo

Pierre Van Zyl12th December 2025All Recipes, Chicken, Dairy-free, Diet, dinner, Gluten-free, Meal, pasta, quick

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If you’ve been craving something cozy, creamy and a little spicy, this Cajun chicken sausage orzo is the kind of comfort food that feels incredible…

20 Minute Shrimp Burrito Bowls

Pierre Van Zyl12th December 202520 minute meal, All Recipes, Dairy-free, Diet, dinner, Gluten-free, Meal, quick, Seafood

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Shrimp burrito bowls are one of my favorite low-effort ways to bring that big, bold, Chipotle-style flavor home without the price tag or the drive….

20 Minute Shrimp Burrito Bowls

Pierre Van Zyl12th December 202520 minute meal, All Recipes, Dairy-free, Diet, dinner, Gluten-free, Meal, quick, Seafood

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Shrimp burrito bowls are one of my favorite low-effort ways to bring that big, bold, Chipotle-style flavor home without the price tag or the drive….

The Hollywood sign mistake you can’t unsee

Pierre Van Zyl11th December 2025Learn

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Have you ever looked at the Hollywood sign and realized there is something completely off with one of the letters? Well, you wouldn’t be alone there! This article will help those who haven’t spotted this mistake to see what they’ve be…

If You See a Painted Purple Fence, This Is What It Means

Pierre Van Zyl11th December 2025Home + Garden, Learn

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Exploring the great outdoors can lead to fascinating discoveries, including a surprising sight: a painted purple fence. But what does this vibrant hue signify? From property boundaries to legal implications, here’s a comprehensive guide to unders…

Decluttering When You’re Stressed Out

Pierre Van Zyl11th December 2025Minimalism

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The Minimalists speak with Judah Smith about minimizing under pressure.

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70-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Egg Found Intact—May Contain Ancient DNA

Pierre Van Zyl11th December 2025Learn, News + Discoveries

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Paleontologists have made a discovery that can change how we understand dinosaurs. Despite centuries of research into ancient times, there’s so much more to uncover. A few months ago, a team of Argentinian scientists found an intact dinosaur egg, which…

U.S. May Require Visa Waiver Travelers to Share Five Years of Social Media Activity

Pierre Van Zyl10th December 2025ai-assisted, Learn, News + Discoveries

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The Trump administration is considering a significant expansion of the information required from international travelers entering the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. According to a notice released this week by the Department of Homeland Se…

Natural Laxatives: 15 Foods That Help Keep Your Digestive System Moving

Pierre Van Zyl10th December 2025Digestion, eat, Functional Nutrition

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Do you find yourself often feeling heavy and lethargic, despite generally sleeping well? The secret to feeling light, energized, and healthy often starts in your gut. A smooth-running digestive system is essential for nutrient absorption, immune functi…

The Minimalists Show Judah Smith Why More Is Not Better

Pierre Van Zyl9th December 2025Minimalism

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The Minimalists speak with Judah Smith about what it takes to recognize enough and walk away from the rest.

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Could Solar Trees Protect Forests and Produce as Much Energy as Solar Farms?

Pierre Van Zyl9th December 2025Planet

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Solar energy is often praised for being cleaner and more sustainable than other power sources. For example, fossil fuels are finite, their sources are depleting, and they cause air pollution. Meanwhile, solar energy uses sunrays, which are unlimited an…

Money-saving expert warns people about using air fryers instead of ovens to cook food

Pierre Van Zyl8th December 2025eat, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Home + Garden

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Martin Lewis is back again with another interesting opinion on a common commodity. You may remember him warning against debit cards, but this time around, it’s the air fryer. Unfortunately, it is not very much in support of the convenient electronic ki…

Podcast Ep. 517 | Bad Thoughts

Pierre Van Zyl8th December 2025Minimalism, Podcast

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No one has the power to upset you, unless you give them the keys to your heart.

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Podcast Ep. 517 | Bad Thoughts

Pierre Van Zyl8th December 2025Minimalism, Podcast

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No one has the power to upset you, unless you give them the keys to your heart.

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How to Survive the Holidays

Pierre Van Zyl6th December 2025Minimalism

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T.K. Coleman talks about three commons sources of emotional clutter during the holiday. What do you struggle with most during the holidays? Let us know in the YouTube comments.

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Cooking Burnout Club: Your Quick + Stress-Free Weekly Meal Plan

Pierre Van Zyl5th December 2025Resources

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If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed and just plain tired of figuring out what to make for dinner every night, you’re in the right place. The Cooking…

Quick Sweet Chili Chicken and Rice

Pierre Van Zyl5th December 2025All Recipes, Chicken, Dairy-free, Diet, dinner, Gluten-free, Meal, quick

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Sweet chili chicken and rice is one of those meals that tastes like your favorite takeout order but comes together with almost no effort at…

Quick Black Bean and Rice Soup

Pierre Van Zyl4th December 2025All Recipes, Dairy-free, Diet, dinner, Gluten-free, lunch, Meal, quick, soup, Vegan

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Black bean rice soup is one of those rare meals that tastes like it took all afternoon, even though it comes together in about 10…

Gifts That Loved Ones Don’t Actually Enjoy

Pierre Van Zyl4th December 2025Minimalism

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The Minimalists talk about why people buy so many gifts that their loved ones don’t actually enjoy.

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There Are Fluffy Blacknose Sheep You Can Own As A Pet and They Are Adorable

Pierre Van Zyl3rd December 2025ai-assisted, Pets, Relationship

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Sure, most people think of puppies, kittens, or hamsters when they imagine a pet. But there’s a lesser-known animal that might steal your heart: the Valais Blacknose sheep. With soft, curly white wool and striking black faces, they look like animated s…

5 Sneaky Ways Stores Get You to Spend Money on Stuff You Don’t Need

Pierre Van Zyl3rd December 2025Minimalism

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The Minimalists discuss sneaky tricks retail stores use to get people to spend money.

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Easy Chickpea Shakshuka Recipe

Pierre Van Zyl3rd December 2025All Recipes, Breakfast, dinner, Gluten-free, Meal

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Shakshuka is one of those meals that feels cozy and impressive without asking much of you, which is exactly why I turn to it when…

YouTube started putting ads on our videos without permission…

Pierre Van Zyl2nd December 2025Minimalism

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The Minimalists were shocked to find out that YouTube put ads on their channel.

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Podcast Ep. 516 | Hoarder Moms

Pierre Van Zyl1st December 2025Minimalism

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If the cost of admission is misery, the price is too high.

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How a Common Spice Could Support Mental Health and Libido

Pierre Van Zyl30th November 2025Heal, Health Awareness, News + Discoveries

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For centuries, saffron – the delicate, crimson threads harvested from the Crocus sativus flower – has reigned supreme in kitchens. It is prized for its ability to transform dishes with its rich color, aroma, and flavor. It is, by weight, on…

Turns Out People With This Quality Might Actually Be the Most Intelligent

Pierre Van Zyl30th November 2025Learn, News + Discoveries

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The joke may be on academics, philosophers, and other intellectuals. The smartest people may be comedians and clowns. Or they can be both scholar and jokester. Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking are examples of geniuses who also had a quick-witted sen…

Cheap Supplements Show Early Promise Against Aggressive Brain Tumors

Pierre Van Zyl30th November 2025Cancer, Heal, Learn, News + Discoveries

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Imagine a cancer so aggressive that even after intensive surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, nearly 90 percent of patients see it return within two years. This is the terrifying reality of Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), the deadliest form of brain ca…

Creamy Cottage Cheese Alfredo Pasta (with Shrimp)

Pierre Van Zyl28th November 202520 minute meal, All Recipes, Diet, dinner, Gluten-free, pasta, quick, Seafood

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Cottage cheese alfredo is one of those weeknight miracles that feels indulgent without asking much of you. This version gives you all the creamy, cozy…

How to Decrystallize Honey: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

Pierre Van Zyl28th November 2025Breakfast, eat, Kitchen Hacks

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Fun fact: Honey has an indefinite shelf life when stored properly. In fact, modern archeologists have found pots of thousand-year-old honey in ancient Egyptian tombs, all perfectly edible. (Yes, they tasted it to be sure.) So the honey jar that got pus…

Woman Claims Unproven Natural Supplement Cured Husband’s Terminal Cancer

Pierre Van Zyl27th November 2025Cancer, Heal, Learn, News + Discoveries

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When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, for that person and their family, their world shrinks – especially when that diagnosis is terminal. Regular life gets put on hold while a desperate search begins for anything that might offer a chance. A…