Health Awareness

Cannabis is often used for its stress-relieving effects, but recent studies suggest that the dose is crucial. While low doses of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the active ingredient in cannabis, can reduce stress, higher doses may actually increase anxiety and tension.1 So, how much do you really need to relieve stress effectively? The Science Behind Stress and...

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Wellness Journalist

Take a walk around any major city in the world and you’ll see a growing number of people, particularly younger generations, vaping instead of smoking. The allure of vaping as a supposed “safer” alternative to smoking has captivated many individuals, leading to a rise in its popularity. However, the story of Jordan Brielle challenges the...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Health & Wellness Journalist

The term ‘frontotemporal dementia’ refers to a group of brain disorders that result from brain cell loss in the frontal and temporal lobes. As a result, these lobes start to shrink in size. This can cause major challenges as these areas of the brain are linked to language, behavior, and personality. [1] Frontotemporal dementia has...

Bruce Abrahamse

Bruce Abrahamse

Health & Wellness Journalist

If you are fit and live an active lifestyle, you may think that this excludes you from having to worry about heart problems. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Even the fittest people can have high blood pressure—just ask retired professional soccer player Graeme Souness. In a first-person recount, Graeme tells his story on Metro.co.uk about how...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

Health & Wellness Journalist

Christopher Capper has become seriously ill after drinking unfiltered spring water. The 33-year-old Australian was visiting friends near Mount Elliot when he consumed natural spring water, and he has been ill ever since. However, doctors couldn’t give a diagnosis until July 2023, when they realized he was suffering from a waterborne illness that had spread...

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Food Journalist

In recent years, experts have made massive strides in the field of Alzheimer’s research. Recent advancements have provided insights into how the disease develops and potential methods of prevention. Recently, researchers began sharing their understanding of the connection between gut health and Alzheimer’s disease. They have revealed that gut inflammation is linked to a higher...

Bruce Abrahamse

Bruce Abrahamse

Health & Wellness Journalist