It never hurts to check in on your eating and drinking habits. Have unhealthy options snuck into your regular diet? Keep reading for some of the most common culprits that can damage your health- many of these beverages are marketed as healthy! Red Flag #1: Sugar If you haven’t done this recently, take the time...
Warts aren’t fun to have around. They are completely harmless but can also be annoying, taking what seems like forever to go away on their own. Caused by the viruses in the human papillomavirus or HPV family (there are over 70 different strains!), warts are quite common especially with kids 1 in 3 children are...
This article was originally published on November 5th, 2019, and has since been updated. An internal law enforcement bulletin is being passed around law enforcement agencies, warning them of a dangerous trend: a deadly drug being sold as marijuana. This substance has been tested and shown to contain fentanyl, Tramadol, heroin, and traces of meth....
Are you someone who is naturally just never on time? Well, some evidence seems to suggest that poor time management skills may just be an indication of being an eternal optimist, something that can also come with health benefits. Even with good intentions, it can feel impossible for some people to make it to their...
The young man standing closest to the grave quickly retreated in fear, thinking that old man Shay had really come back to life. Even in death, he still managed to make his loved ones laugh when they were down and sad. Shay Bradley was a veteran in the Irish Defense Forces. He died after a...
This article was originally published on October 12, 2019, and has since been updated. Deandre Somerville from West Palm Beach, Florida, was sworn in as a juror and scheduled to appear in court for a civil rights case on August 21, 2019. The 21-year-old was absent in court that day, which he later explained was...
There’s no single secret to good health and longevity. Instead, it involves multiple factors, namely eating nutritious food, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and other overarching lifestyle habits. However, small details can lead to larger, seemingly unrelated outcomes. For example, consuming too much caffeine during the day can lead to poor rest and all the...
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 worsen over time, making daily functioning increasingly difficult. Although there is no...
Aging happens to everyone. As we get older, our bodies experience external and internal changes. While genetics do play a major role in how we age, lifestyle factors also play a significant part. Recent research has come forward on specific habits that can potentially slow down biological aging, giving people the chance to stay healthful...
Eating healthy doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. In fact, making nutritious choices can actually save you money in the long run. By incorporating affordable, healthy foods into your diet, you can improve your overall well-being while sticking to a budget. From antioxidant-rich fruits to protein-packed staples, these foods are not only reasonably...
A family in New Jersey was told that their son would not survive past birth. He was born with neural tube defect that caused the boy’s skull to stop developing in the womb. However, he’s beating the odds and will be celebrating 7-months on earth this month. A miracle to say the least. Lucas was...
There’s nothing a parent won’t do for their child.Some say that phrase, or some form of it, as a given fact. They believe a parent’s love is unconditional, but they don’t explore that concept further. On the flip side, those with harsh childhoods might dispute these claims. However, the story of this father’s fight for...
