For decades, scientists around the world have been attempting to uncover the root causes of Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that slowly steals memory, independence, and identity. Despite countless studies and billions of dollars invested, a true breakthrough has remained elusive. However, a recent discovery from researchers at Harvard Medical School is now turning heads. At...
Is feng shui real or just superstition? Science shows that some practices actually work, though not always for the reasons tradition claims. This ancient Chinese system aims to improve health by arranging spaces to guide energy flow. Critics call it a myth, but research keeps finding real effects behind certain ideas. The bedroom offers a...
After 10 years without sight, Gail Lane, a 75-year-old woman from Victoria, B.C., has regained her vision. She can now see again thanks to a tooth surgically placed into her eye socket. Lane underwent osteo-odonto keratoprosthesis, a rare “tooth-in-eye” surgery, at Mount Saint Joseph Hospital in Vancouver. She was 1 of 3 Canadians to receive...
Recent studies have redefined our understanding of what causes Parkinson’s disease. This disease is typically associated with neurological damage caused by a drop in dopamine production. However, a new study has indicated that it may actually start in one of the last places you would think of looking: your kidneys. The Chinese team of researchers...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants Walmart shoppers to throw away certain frozen shrimp that might be contaminated with radioactive material. The warning affects Great Value brand shrimp sold in 13 states and comes after contamination was found at an Indonesian processing facility. The FDA warned shoppers on August 19, 2025, after discovering Cesium-137...
A growing number of Americans are beginning to use a new trending supplement called kratom. According to the FDA kratom is derived from a leaf of the same name from a tree native to Southeast Asia. If you have ever navigated through wellness social media circles or visited supplement stores, you may have come across...
An adult died from listeriosis after eating contaminated food during a listeria outbreak. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) confirmed nine cases due to ready-made meals sold in Tesco, Centra, Aldi, and SuperValu. Officials reviewed the manufacturer, Ballymaguire Foods, and detected Listeria at one of their production plants. After recalling the prepared meals and...
Scientific research is usually executed to find or test specific results; however, surprises do occur, leading to unintended discoveries. This accidental discovery happened when scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder were studying atmospheric particles over the field of Oklahoma. The team originally aimed to study aerosol particle formation and growth in agricultural regions. Instead,...
If you’ve ever sneezed your way through spring or fall, you’ve felt histamine in action. It’s a natural chemical your body releases when it thinks something, like pollen, is harmful. But histamine isn’t just triggered by allergens in the air; it’s also present in many common foods. For most people, this isn’t an issue. The...
When we think of the world’s deadliest substances, we imagine industrial-grade substances like lead or arsenic. We assume the only way to face exposure is through actively coming into contact with it. Moreover, obtaining these deadly substances would most likely require considerable effort and legal oversight. However, your favorite snack at the cinema could contain...
Have you ever heard a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in your ears when everything around you is completely quiet? That sound, when it has no outside source, is called tinnitus. It is not a disease by itself, but rather a symptom of something else affecting your hearing or brain. Around 10 to 25 percent...
In recent years, more people have started reaching for brightly colored bottles of electrolyte drinks instead of plain water. Whether it’s in the gym, on social media, or lining the shelves at your local store, these drinks are marketed as essential for better hydration, energy, and even mental focus. Originally developed for athletes to quickly...
