In 2014, a series of strange-looking knee X-rays made their rounds on social media. The x-rays, which revealed hundreds of tiny lines around the knees, have recently reappeared online. The x-rays belonged to a South Korean woman who was 65 years of age at the time. She had previously been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, a condition...
According to the CDC’s statistics in 2024, around 98 million American adults have prediabetes. That is a very large number of the population, accounting for around 1 out of 3 adults in the United States. This condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels, but not yet to a degree that leads to a type...
Can you reverse biological age? Many people want to feel and look younger for longer, but not all are willing to do what it takes to achieve this goal. Yet, it is possible – and worthwhile. Take, for example, Dr. Kurt Hong, a 52-year-old nutrition researcher and professor of medicine and aging. His most recent...
Almost 800,000 American adults have a stroke every year, with around 610,000 of those cases being the first time. Globally, it was the second leading cause of mortality in 2019. As significant as these stats are, many people don’t know how serious the issue is due to various stroke myths. People are often unaware of...
Glyphosate is a herbicide used to kill weeds, particularly those that compete with crops. While it may be highly effective for weed control, its impact on our environment and health has been the source of much debate and study over the years. A recent review analyzed the data of more than 40 studies published over...
During a recent excavation in the United Arab Emirates, archeologists unearthed a 1,400-year-old plaster cross. This exciting discovery has helped to prove the long-held theory that the dwellings that were found in the 1990s were once part of a Christian monastery. Maria Gajewska from Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism is encouraged by this...
Many adults over the age of 50 start to notice that they have increasing difficulty climbing stairs or carrying their groceries as they grow older. While people typically dismiss this as simply a part of getting older, it could be a sign that your muscles are beginning to weaken. As we age, our muscle mass...
Around one out of every three adults in the United States is affected by prediabetes. Yet, effective diet-based interventions are currently few and far between. In studies, pistachios have been shown to improve the markers that determine a quality diet. However, not much is known about how they affect the gut microbiome, which plays an...
There is nothing like exploring a new city in a far-flung country for the first time. When we think of travelling, it is the moments spent watching sunsets on exotic beaches, meandering down cobblestone pathways in a little village, or walking around a bustling metropolitan city that come to mind. However, a large part of...
Cases of fatty liver are rising worldwide. However, what you put in your body can make all the difference. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist and hepatology specialist, has outlined four snack combinations that will help improve your liver health. These snacks can help, but work best when combined with regular movement, a realistic weight loss...
A rarely spoken about type of cancer is on the rise in younger generations. According to a new study, this rare cancer mainly affects those within the Gen X and Millennial generations. Compared to those born in the 1940s, the number of cases has tripled among Gen X’ers and quadrupled in Millennials. According to the...
Tick season is currently peaking, and emergency department visits for tick bites in the United States are the highest they have been since 2019. It is estimated that more than 31 million people will be bitten by a tick every year. That is nearly one in every ten Americans, not a small number by any...
