People say you are what you eat, but you also smell like what you eat. There are some obvious odor-causing foods most people think of, such as their breath after coffee or the bathroom after beans. But smells also come through sweat and compounds on the skin. Keep in mind, body odor isn’t necessarily a...
Gabapentin is an FDA-approved prescription anticonvulsant that is primarily used to treat nerve pain and control epileptic seizures. But it is also prescribed “off-label” as a painkiller or treatment for fibromyalgia, sciatica, insomnia, anxiety, hot flashes, and lower back pain. It’s a popular choice since it’s not as addictive as opioids. Like all medications, gabapentin has...
Experts are predicting a historical celestial show for August 2027: a total solar eclipse that can span up to six minutes and 23 seconds. Keep in mind, these events usually last up to three minutes and only show a glimpse of the sun’s corona. But in two years, the skies over North Africa, the Middle...
For a long time, glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, was the most infamous herbicide. It is widely used around the world and believed to be harmless. That is, until animal studies linked long-term exposure to digestive issues, and liver and kidney damage. In fact, the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified glyphosate as...
In April, many Americans lost confidence in the economy. The cost of living has been rising for years, but President Donald Trump’s tariffs are creating a new form of financial anxiety. Some believe the country is heading into a recession, and many are seeing proof in the form of higher prices on clothes, furniture, appliances,...
The diagnosis of autism can be confusing. People tend to have a specific idea of what autism looks like from shows like The Good Doctor’s Dr. Shaun Murphy or The Big Bang Theory’s Sheldon Cooper. But autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is just that. A spectrum. As Stephen Shore, an autistic professor at Adelphi University, famously...
Good news for people looking for new sources of plant-based protein: There’s a tropical fruit gaining popularity in the U.S. Jackfruit is native to Southeast Asia but farmers began growing it in Africa, Australia, Brazil, and other parts of the world. Sometimes called “jak fruit” or “jak,” it is the largest tree fruit on record....
Turmeric is a staple in many cuisines, including Indian, Middle Eastern, North African, and Caribbean. You may not have turmeric in your spice cabinet, but you’ve likely already eaten it in curries, baked goods, mustards, hummus, soups, spice rubs, and more. It’s also featured in traditional Chinese medicine, and modern research is uncovering why. Here’s...
Fifty years ago, Kim Phuc Phan Thi appeared in a Pulitzer Prize-winning photo. She was nine years old at the time, running naked after a napalm attack in Vietnam on June 8, 1972. The photo was titled “The Terror of War” but it had become better known as “Napalm Girl.” It became a symbol of...
Humans tend to view killer whales as majestic creatures to be feared and admired. They are popular performers at amusement parks for a reason. And people rally for their freedom from these parks. But while we love orcas, what do they think of humans? Researchers have documented cases when wild orcas approached humans to try...
Water is essential for health and survival. It plays a critical role in almost all bodily functions, including digestion, kidney detoxification, joint lubrication, body temperature regulation, brain function, and so much more. However, it may not be the best beverage for hydration, according to a study from St. Andrews University in Scotland. In it, the...
The camu-camu berry is not a mainstay in most grocery stores. Also known as Myrciaria dubia, the species is native to the Amazon, and it’s similar to a cherry but with a more sour taste. It’s also regarded as a superfood, which has led to it appearing in supplement and powder form in health food...
