Death is a mysterious and often unsettling subject for many people. Throughout history, humans have tried to understand and anticipate the end of life. Surprisingly, there is some scientific research suggests that our sense of smell may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of approaching death. It turns out that our nose has the...
Have you ever heard of Tiết Canh, also known as Raw Blood Soup (or, in some cases, raw blood pudding)? This is a traditional soup eaten in Vietnam with a major health risk associated with it: Parasites. After narrowly escaping permanent disability and potentially even death, this Vietnamese woman learned this the hard way. What...
Research says that anxiety and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) are closely related disorders. Many individuals with IBS also experience symptoms of anxiety, and vice versa. While the connection between these two conditions has been observed, the underlying reasons have remained a mystery. However, recent groundbreaking research has shed light on this intricate relationship by delving...
One of the most crucial, though often overlooked, vitamins to our health is vitamin B-12. Without enough vitamin B-12 in our diets, we can feel tired, have trouble focusing, and so much more. Unfortunately, it is estimated that approximately 15% of the general population is deficient. These are the signs of vitamin B-12 deficiency and...
We all know that sex is good for you. It is a natural human act that, when done carefully and consensually, can be pleasurable and improve your health. But do you know why? How does it affect your body? And most importantly: What happens when you don’t have sex for a while? Here are some...
Almost everyone you know, whether it’s your grandparents, best friend, or boss, has complained of back pain. It’s one of the most common forms of pain; about 80 percent of Americans have or will get it at least once in their lives. The aches, spasms, and sensations you feel on your back can be triggered by...
No matter how you choose to do it, there’s one thing that no-one will debate you on: Childbirth is hard. After all, it is called labor for a reason. That being said, there are some people out there who criticize women who have c-sections, saying that these ladies “took the easy way out”. This Australian...
There’s no better way to make a house feel more relaxing, cheerful, and inviting than with houseplants. They are beautiful to look at and help to purify the air. They bring a sense of peace and tranquility to every space that they occupy. Growing houseplants and watching them thrive provides any plant parent, novice or...
Let’s be honest: the first reaction most humans have to a crisis is panic. History shows that no matter what kind of crisis we’re in – natural disaster or global pandemic – our priorities shift heavily to making sure our families and ourselves are taken care of. Many of us disregard other people altogether. One...
Root canals are a common dental procedure; in fact, dentists perform about 25 million of them a year. Have you ever wondered, however, if they’re safe? Or could they actually increase your risk of chronic disease? There is a lot of information out there, and it’s hard to know what to trust. To get the...
For many people, the term “wellness culture” is synonymous with the American health-obsessed culture, but the two are different. While it may seem like an overused buzzword, there is a difference between living a healthy and a wellness lifestyle. While the push for people to take charge of their health is amazing, this rhetoric has...
Food allergies are rising, and it’s not just because we’ve gotten better at detecting and diagnosing them. Many of us are left baffled as to why our grandparents didn’t seem to have issues with allergies, while every year now, more and more children and adults are suffering from them. Theories abound on how and why...
