This egg-shaped abode is powered by solar and wind energy, includes rainwater collection and filtration, and even has a kitchenette that can be used to prepare a hot meal. Ambition to live off-grid does not come without its difficulties. First, th…
Grilled food is undeniably delicious, let it be burgers, chicken, corn on the cob, steak, or something more inventive. During warm weather, it’s an enjoyable time to connect with family, neighbors, friends, and old acquaintances. Unfortunately, o…
The old saying goes “an elephant never forgets.” But elephants not only have incredible memories, as new research has now revealed a surprising depth to the elephant psyche. Proving they are closer to humans psychologically than we ever previously thou…
Don’t drink water from plastic bottles left in a hot place for a long time. Chemicals in plastics, mainly antimony (Sb) and Bisphenol A (BPA) can leach into any liquid in a plastic bottle according to new research, and those chemicals can potentia…
Antibiotics are widely used to treat bacterial infections and are often considered lifesaving medications. However, a recent study suggests that some commonly used antibiotics may have unintended consequences, particularly in the sickest patients. The …
If your entire community was at risk of breathing in cancer-causing chemicals every day, you’d think that your government would do something to stop it – and also tell you about it. This is not what has been happening in Texas. Recent findings re…
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease is a problem seemingly on the rise in North America. Learning more about how we can prevent its onset are crucial, as there is still no cure. Recent warnings from neuroscientists highlight a concerning revelation –…
Most people fear death and prefer not to think about how they might die. But some people are forced to live while staring death in the face. Take, for instance, people in hospice care (or end-of-life care) who are suffering from advanced incurable illn…
Any day where a new study shows a potential cure for cancer is a good day, and scientists in Europe may have found a breakthrough for breast cancer. The most common cancer in women, around 1 in 8 American women will develop it in their lifetime; the cl…
All cells need glucose, aka sugar, to survive – including cancer cells, right? That’s what scientists used to think, that is until they took a deep dive into how cancer cells really spread throughout the body so easily. Our understanding of cance…
Castoreum is a natural flavoring that can be used in vanilla or strawberry-flavored foods. But it’s not a lab-made creation, neither is it a unique-sounding plant. It’s the name of an excretion from the anal castor sacs of beavers. This substance has b…
A teenager from Oklahoma was electrocuted and nearly killed by his phone charger. Sixteen-year-old Rayce Ogdahl was lying in bed wearing his cross necklace when it grazed an exposed prong of a plug. The metal chain seared in his neck and caused second,…
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, just ask 90-year old Anežka (Agnes) Kašpárková. After stories came out about a small village in Poland that was covered in painted flowers, this Czech grandma decided to spread the same kind of joy and beaut…
Starbucks was once the epitome of coffee culture in cities across the world, but it’s now facing a crisis as millions of customers are looking elsewhere for their caffeine fix.1 The decline in customer base has prompted questions about the chain’…
From our view on Earth, outer space is a vast but serene place. However, it has weather that can be as dramatic as hurricanes or tsunamis. A solar radiation storm occurs when the sun emits flares that create a wave of magnetic fields and electrical cha…
The concept of therapeutic fasting is not new, yet only recently have its profound immune boosting benefits been discovered. Fasting works because the body has the capacity to heal when the obstacles to healing are removed. Fasting promotes accelerated…
We knew that a healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals can help stave off dementia and Alzheimer’s. New research, however, shows that one vitamin in particular, Vitamin D, may be especially beneficial. A recent study conducted by the University of C…
Chemotherapy as a treatment for cancer has saved millions of lives, but it is notorious for its horrendous side effects. While the method that you choose to fight cancer is a highly personal decision, it’s interesting to note that most doctors choose n…
In your conversations, on television and while you’re surfing the web, it’s rare to hear about forgetfulness in a positive context. Usually, people attribute memory loss – long-term or short-term – to early-onset dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. …
Near-death experiences have long been a point of intrigue, both medically and to the general public. The idea that there may be life after death plays into the mysteries of what happens after our time here. Dr. Jeffrey Long, a radiation oncologist and …
The eyes are the window to the soul, but this study indicates they may also be a window to the brain, more specifically, the aging brain. Dementia is an umbrella term to describe symptoms of memory loss and other cognitive disabilities. The effects wor…
Blood pressure is a crucial indicator of a person’s overall health and is often used to assess the risk of various cardiovascular conditions. In recent years, the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC), and oth…
It was like every other day when Jamie Quinlan went to this friend’s place, to have some fun on the trampoline. He couldn’t have known that a few hours later, he’d up in the emergency room. The 12-year-old had been bouncing on the trampoline when one o…
In a cancer-conscious world like ours, a new video circling the internet should bring some joy. A recent video has surfaced capturing the moment the immune system confronts and conquers a cancer cell. The video, which has gone viral, offers a rare glim…
You may or may not have seen the American Heart Association’s (AHA) report, but I’m sure you’ve probably seen the social media frenzy that followed their statements on coconut oil. An article by USA Today with the headline “Coconut Oil Isn’t …
When discussing sources of “hidden sugars” with my patients I find that they are often very surprised at my position on orange juice. Essentially, I have taken it off the table. Frequently, the response I get is, “But what about the vitamin C?” The rea…
24-year-old William Brown from Fort Worth, Texas died in a fatal accident. His vaporizer pen/e-cigarette was reported to have exploded as he was trying to make use of it. A splintered piece reportedly lodged in his throat, which severed an artery in hi…
What would you do for access to the latest tech products? Hopefully not as far as the teenager who sold his kidney on the black market in order to buy the latest Apple products. When Wang Shangkun was 17 years old he made a fateful decision to take par…
Things are not always as perfect as they seem…So says this number puzzle. At first glance, you’d immediately think of it as a 1, 2, three count-up, but it’s not. The human brain is a fantastic work of art. It can adapt itself to sights and thoughts tha…
A physicist exploring the mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has apparently discovered a groundbreaking theory proposing the existence of a brand new law of physics, which has been termed the “second law of Infodynamics.” This new law suggests tha…
In a culture where the daily shower has been regarded as a hallmark of cleanliness, recent discussions among experts have called into question its necessity for overall health. Dubbed “perfume-ative hygiene,” this emerging perspective chall…
So much for health: A study published in the Journal of Hepatology found dietary and herbal supplements lead to liver damage 20 percent of the time. “While many Americans believe supplements to be safe, government regulations …
Americans eat more than 7 pounds of peanuts per person each year – more than 4 times as much as any other nut. With its versatility as a spread on toast, an ingredient in many recipes for desserts and baked goods it’s no surprise that it is found in mo…
A craft beer company and an ad agency brewed up a brilliant idea to save marine life if six-pack rings end up in the ocean. Are you aware that 80% of the plastic humans throw away ends up in the oceans? The sad reality is made worse when one learns tha…
You should be peeing in your shower – not just for the liberating, rebellious adrenaline rush that you may or may not get from it, but because you could save the planet, just a little bit, by doing so. Peeing In The Shower Is Good For The Pla…
There are so many stereotypes when it comes to the idea of intelligence. For instance if you have a dirty room, a dirtier mouth, or can never seem to get up from bed in “good time” because of your late nights, there have probably been those…
Right now, 4,186 people are waiting for a heart transplant in the U.S., but with a huge donor shortage not all of these patients are likely to survive. Growing transplantable hearts in a laboratory has been a long-standing dream of the medical com…
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is making headlines in the United Kingdom as there has been a surge in cases by 40%. This highly contagious respiratory illness is causing concern not only in the UK, but in other countries, as well. Across the …
Tilapia is a popular fish worldwide known for its mild flavor, affordability, and nutritional value. It is high in protein and contains several important nutrients, such as vitamin B12 and vitamin D. However, the safety and ethical concerns related to …
A recent report has shed light on a concerning discovery – popular band-aid brands, including the household name “Band-Aid,” contain cancer-linked ‘forever chemicals.’ The report, conducted by Mamavation, an organization d…