Brittany is a freelance writer and editor with a Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition and a writer’s certificate from the University of Western Ontario. She enjoyed a stint as a personal trainer and is an avid runner. Brittany loves to combine running and traveling, and has run numerous races across North America and Europe. She also loves chocolate more than anything else… the darker, the better!
What would you do with $1 139 000? Take a trip? Buy a house or a fancy car? One professor in the UK donated hers to charity. A Scientific Breakthrough, A New Charity A team of scientists at Newcastle University worked for thirty years to develop Rubraca, a drug that has been approved by the […]
Detox diets, or “cleanses”, have gained immense popularity over the last decade. Diets like these claim to clean your blood and eliminate toxins from your body, promising results like weight loss, increased energy, clearer skin, fewer digestive issues, decreased bloating, and lowered inflammation. Some even claim to help cure autoimmune diseases and allergies. Something that […]
The opioid crisis in America has been garnering a lot of attention in the media over the last few years, and rightfully so- according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of deaths from opioid overdose in 2021 was 106,699. [1]. Yes, this is a real problem that needs to be […]
Many people spend their lives waiting to be happy. You may think, “if only I had more money,” or “could lose weight,” or you fill in the blank, then I would be happy. Humans are always searching for the next thing, or next achievement, that will make us happy. The problem is, very shortly after […]
Swedish authorities arrested a seventy-year-old woman this week. Why? Apparently, she has been holding her son captive in their apartment for nearly thirty years. Man Locked in Apartment According to the Stockholm police, one of the man’s relatives discovered him in the apartment last month when his mother was in the hospital. The family member […]
Although they seem vastly different, the human brain and the universe actually have a surprising amount in common. Scientists have demonstrated this before, in an image that occasionally makes its rounds on the internet. The photo shows a human neuron and a simulated galaxy cluster. Side-by-side, the two look shockingly alike [1]. Two scientists from […]
When we talk about weight loss, the conversation often centers around food. What you drink, however, can have an impact on not only your weight but your overall health. Metabolism-boosting drinks can help you manage your weight, while also providing excellent health benefits. The Best Metabolism Boosting Drinks Before we begin, let’s clear the air […]
We have been sending both animals and humans alike into space for decades to help us discover and understand more about the fascinating solar system that surrounds us. But scientists want to learn about more than just the stars and planets. One of the most prominent questions scientists are asking is: “What happens to the […]
If you’ve ever picked up a brick or a piece of wood that’s been lying in the dirt for a while, you’re probably familiar with the tiny critters with the hard black shell you found attached to the bottom of it. These humble little creatures that curl up into a ball when prodded may seem […]
How do you measure success? How do you define happiness? From the time we are born, we are taught both overtly and subconsciously that the path to satisfaction and joy is through material gain.. You know you’ve “made it” when you have the big house, the expensive car, and the fancy clothes. We idolize the […]
Fish can be an excellent part of a healthy diet, providing important nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids which can lower your risk for diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and dementia, age-related macular degeneration, and rheumatoid arthritis, among others [1]. However, there are some fish you shouldn’t eat. Unfortunately, due to human industrial activity like […]
It’s a classic story: boy meets girl, sparks fly, they exchange phone numbers, and then he asks for some naked pics. Albeit, that last part doesn’t sound so classic. Some of you may not be familiar with this sequence of events. Others may find it both shocking and appalling. For teenagers growing up in the […]