Fun fact: Honey has an indefinite shelf life when stored properly. In fact, modern archeologists have found pots of thousand-year-old honey in ancient Egyptian tombs, all perfectly edible. (Yes, they tasted it to be sure.) So the honey jar that got pushed to the back of your cupboard should also be good to eat. Although,...
Disulfiram is a drug commonly used to treat alcohol use disorder. It works by deterring people from consuming booze. Also known as the brand name Antabuse, disulfiram blocks an enzyme in the liver that breaks down alcohol. When the alcohol lingers in the body, the person begins to feel sick. For some recovering alcoholics, the...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America and in the world. According to the World Health Organization, ischaemic heart disease showed the largest increase in deaths since 2000, when the death toll was 2.7 million. By 2021, that toll rose to 9.1 million. Ischaemic heart disease is one of many cardiovascular disorders,...
The COVID-19 pandemic began over five years ago, but it’s still fresh in everybody’s mind. People still face its after effects, like lingering symptoms from the disease. Some have yet to regain their energy levels, sense of taste and smell, memorization abilities, and overall respiratory health. Children may struggle with development and learning because of...
A couple turned an abandoned land into a thriving rainforest. Pamela and Anil Malhotra were active environmentalists who wanted to protect and preserve wildlife. They founded the SAI (Save Animals Initiative) Sanctuary in 1993, the only private reserve in India. Their journey began in 1991 when they bought unused farmland that used to grow coffee...
Modern liquid nail polish was launched in the 1920s and has continued to evolve ever since. However, the latest iterations seem to boast about being “nontoxic” and “natural” compared to traditional brands. Moreover, the European Union recently banned trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide (TPO), a common ingredient in gel nail polishes. This may leave people concerned about...
A groundbreaking new procedure has restored the vision of 14 people with blinding cornea injuries in one eye. To treat this, the researchers and surgeons transplanted corneal cells from the healthy eye onto a damaged eye. The treatment, called cultivated autologous limbal epithelial cell (CALEC) transplantation, was developed by a team of experts from Harvard...
Female love dolls have been around since 1968. They’ve evolved from crude figures to increasingly realistic specimens. Then a new version came on the scene: male love robots for women. This concept was revolutionized by Synthetic, a company in the United States. They create surprisingly human-like silicon dolls that could be custom-made to look however...
Fiber is a recurring topic when it comes to digestive health. In a nutshell, it’s a type of plant-based carbohydrate that cannot be fully absorbed into the body. It may be famous for treating constipation, but its benefits go beyond that. Fiber is an essential part of a healthy diet, and it aids the function...
Everyone goes through periods of sleeplessness. Work or school could be especially stressful, or you have terrible jet lag, or you’re excited about an upcoming vacation. But if the sleep deprivation doesn’t go away, you may want to examine your diet. Different foods can help you sleep, while others keep you restless. So change up...
Contrary to popular belief, Coca-Cola is not sterile. Pathogens can still grow and thrive despite the carbonation and acidity. Canned or bottled soda might have a long shelf life, but not after you open them and take a sip. This exposes the beverage to oxygen and oral bacteria, creating the perfect petri dish for all...
Just because a supplement is “natural” doesn’t mean it won’t cause negative side effects. If it has the potential to help, it has the potential to harm. This is especially true if it’s used improperly, such as at high doses, alongside other substances, or without relevant knowledge or guidance. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs, supplements are not...
