Dr Michael Breus, a well-known sleep specialist and clinical psychologist, has earned the title of the ‘Sleep Doctor’ for his involvement in the field of sleep medicine. With years of experience under his belt, Dr Breus has developed a number of techniques to help his clients achieve better sleep and live healthier lives. He also...

In the realm of rare and debilitating illnesses, one disease stands out as particularly sinister: Kuru. This devastating condition is also known as a brain-eating disease. Though it does sound very scary, it is incredibly rare. This is everything you should know about Kuru disease. Kuru: The World’s Deadliest Disease with a Near 100% Fatality...

The latest report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Experts, reveals there has been an increase in vector-borne diseases such as tick bites in the United States. According to the report, in 2004 there were approximately 27,388 cases of insect bites reported. Now, flash forward to 20 years and the number of cases...

Do you ever have those days where you leave home only to be hit by a reality you haven’t noticed in a while? Everyone’s walking around with raccoon eyes and blank stares on their faces, looking unkempt and sluggish, seeming like they’ve kind of given up… It’s not just you who has been noticing. Just...

Alzheimer’s is a devastating disease for anyone who experiences it. Mothers, fathers, grandparents, all of whom seemed strong and invincible, are suddenly struggling to function. They can’t remember appointments, the last time their family visited, and, at later stages, even their children’s names. It’s painful for those who endure this disease, and heartbreaking for their...

Have you ever heard of tonsil stones or had one yourself? While not dangerous to your health, they aren’t exactly something you want tickling the back of your throat. This is everything you need to know about tonsil stones, how to get rid of them, and how to prevent them from growing in the first...

Remember that Dr. Scholl’s TV commercial where all those supposedly cool people were asking everyone else: “Are you gellin’?” Well, years later (and years younger), kids are asking a very similar question sounding question… Are you JUULing? What Is JUULing? According to JUUL, it’s “the satisfying alternative to cigarettes.” If you’re familiar with vaping, JUULing...

This article was originally published on June 26, 2019, and has since been updated. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has released its ‘Dirty Dozen’ report and Kale has ranked third only behind strawberries and spinach when it comes to pesticide contamination [1]. Each year, the EWG analyzes Department of Agriculture test data to identify which...

Anyone who uses the internet knows that there is always a risk that people might speak poorly of you online. No one knows this more than people who are even moderately famous. People who don’t know them say nasty things on social media, often hiding behind a fake account so that no one knows who...

Breelynn was born a healthy baby. However, 2 weeks later, she began suffering from a condition called  HSV encephalitis. Now, her mom has issued a warning to other parents regarding kissing newborns.  HSV Encephalitis Causes Seizures and Brain Damage When newborn Breelynn was only two days old, someone kissed her on the mouth, but she had...

Nothing beats a good night’s sleep. Rest is vital for people’s health and well-being, and they can feel a difference after an adequate slumber and a subpar one. Sleep contributes to productivity and concentration levels, lowers the risk of weight gain and heart disease, and strengthens the immune system, among many other benefits. [1] People...

We’ve all heard claims about “drinking water first thing in the morning” or “drinking it on an empty stomach,” but is there any truth to the claims surrounding these? While we could go on and on about the benefits of hydration—and we will—we want to focus on one particular claim: that drinking water on an...