When people think of tea, they the first thing they think of more common teas like English breakfast or green tea. However, hibiscus tea is a tasty red-colored tea beverage derived from the hibiscus plant. Beyond its great flavor and beautiful color, it is also known for its potential health benefits. These benefits range from...

Rats and cockroaches have an important role in many of our cities and ecosystems. That being said, we usually aren’t very welcoming of them in our homes – and with good reason. They can carry disease, chew through walls, wires, and other home furnishings, and can generally create an unclean environment for living in. For...

Magnesium is a crucial mineral that plays a role in over 300 chemical processes within the human body. It has a huge impact on your body’s neurotransmitters that help regulate critical bodily functions, including muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure. Without magnesium, we wouldn’t be able to function. For this reason...

Aging can be hard for many reasons. Often, however, some of the hardest reasons why we find aging difficult is because of the changes we see to our appearance, despite not feeling old on the outside. Add that to the societal pressure to not look like we’re aging, especially for women, and these visible signs...

How often do you think about your ears? Chances are, unless they’re bothering you in some way, the answer is probably never. Like all parts of our bodies, your ears can actually give you hints as to things going on in your body that you might want to pay attention to. This is what your...

You may not really know what it is or be able to point to where in the body it is, but the thyroid gland is a very important, albeit small, part of the body. It plays a crucial role in regulating many bodily functions, including metabolism, energy levels, and mood. Ensuring its proper functioning is...

You likely have read about full-blown strokes, but did you know that mini strokes can happen, too, and are actually quite common? The problem is that they can go unnoticed, preventing the victim from getting the medical attention that they need. Not only that, but they are also at an even higher risk for a...

When you think of a typical stroke patient, who do you think of? Chances are, you are picturing an older person, maybe even your own grandparents. Recently, however, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have shown a disturbing increase in stroke cases among younger individuals. Between 2020 and 2022, there was a...

Cancer is a disease that is responsible for nearly one in six deaths globally. It is a disease that can sometimes grow over years completely unnoticed, or come on suddenly and grow at a deadly rate. The key to effective treatment and positive outcomes for cancer patients is early detection. A blood test developed in...

In the last five years, platforms like OnlyFans have gone from fringe to mainstream, from users making some side cash to hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. As these platforms have risen in popularity, however, so has the debate as to whether or not using them constitutes cheating in a relationship. A recent incident...

Have you ever finished a long workout in really hot weather and felt weak and dizzy? Or how about after being quite sick? What you were likely experiencing is an electrolyte imbalance. Normally, a healthy, balanced diet including staying hydrated is all you need to keep your electrolytes in check. Sometimes, however, this isn’t enough....

In recent years, scientists have discovered so much about vitamin D. Before it was simply thought of as the accompaniment to calcium for strong, healthy bones. Now we know it is so much more than that, with new information being discovered every day. Despite its importance, deficiency is more common than you think and can...