Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. People drink it to help them wake up in the morning, warm them up during the day, and even before bed to help them sleep at night. Typically, all you ever hear about are the many health benefits of tea – but it may...

Julie Hambleton
Health & Wellness Journalist
Julie Hambleton has a BSc in Food and Nutrition from the Western University, Canada, is a former certified personal trainer and a competitive runner. Julie loves food, culture, and health, and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others make positive changes and live healthier lives.
Calcium is a mineral that your body needs to function properly. It’s found in all of your bones, teeth, and muscles. It helps your heartbeat and keeps blood pressure normal. It’s one of the most important nutrients in the body. But what if you’re not getting enough calcium? Not consuming enough calcium can lead to...
Low or no-calorie sweeteners are everywhere these days, and it’s easy to see why. People want to be able to enjoy the same candies, baked goods, sodas, and other sugary treats without using calorically dense sweeteners like sugar. While they might seem like a health food miracle, some research suggests they could be too good...
You know that pain under your left breast that’s keeping you up at night? It might not be your heart. There are a bunch of other things it could be. Breast pain can be a sign of several medical conditions. Some are serious, while others are less serious. Why You Might Have Pain Under Your...
B12 is a vitamin that’s crucial for your body to function properly. It’s found in animal foods, including meat and fish. People who don’t eat animal products are often advised to take vitamin B12 supplements or use fortified foods to make up for the lack of B12 in their diets. However, there are some common...
Strokes are very scary. Sometimes it can seem like you’re fine one minute, and the next things just stop working right. If you know the symptoms of stroke, however, you can actually often see signs before things get really bad. Researchers say that stroke patients report having a mini-stroke one week before. In fact, a...
Abandoned places are creepy – houses, buildings, theme parks – all could be the setting of a horror film. What’s potentially even creepier, however, are abandoned islands. As eerie as they are, however, these ruins of twelve deserted islands have some pretty interesting backstories. The Ruins of 12 Abandoned Islands These islands all have long...
Copper is a heavy metal that’s perfectly safe to consume at low levels. In fact, a certain amount of it is actually important for your health. What happens, however, if you have too much copper in your body? Copper toxicity is dangerous for your health and longevity. These are the signs you might have it,...
Gatorade is a popular sports drink that offers various beverage lines, each with its own unique characteristics. However, the ingredients found in Gatorade, such as sugars, dyes, and other additives, raise concerns about potential harm to health. Let’s explore the composition of Gatorade, its drawbacks, and alternative options that promote better health. Understanding Gatorade’s Ingredients...
Semaglutide is a medication that is used to treat type 2 diabetes. It is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that helps to regulate blood sugar levels. It is also sometimes used as a weight loss drug. While semaglutide can be an effective treatment for diabetes and weight loss, like any medication, it can also...
Have you ever heard of the glymphatic system? Moreover, did you know that it has the potential to impact the health of your brain? So much so, in fact, that it may even affect your risk of developing Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s disease, in addition to ALS and chronic traumatic encephalopathy. This is everything you...
Everyone knows that excessive alcohol consumption can have negative effects on our health and well-being. But did you know that there are also numerous unexpected benefits of not drinking alcohol? Whether it’s a temporary break or a permanent choice, here are some surprising advantages of giving up alcohol. The Unexpected Benefits of Not Drinking Alcohol...