In essence, the researchers are trying to tell the world that music is not just food for the soul, but also food for the brain. Music is a beautiful thing. It has been used since the dawn of time as an ardent form of self-expression and an outlet for emotions. Music has a lot of...
Bladder cancer is not one of the cancers that get very much press time. It is often overshadowed by the “big” cancers like breast, ovarian, prostate, lung, and skin cancer, and not without reason: Breast cancer makes up 12% of cancer diagnoses, 1 in 4 Americans will have lung cancer in their lifetime, and 40-50%...
When we hear people discussing high blood sugar levels, the first thing most of us think of is diabetes. Diabetes is an extremely serious condition but long before someone is diagnosed with it, their body will show signs that their blood sugar levels are too high. By educating ourselves on these signs of high blood...
A car isn’t the only place people and animals can suffer from heat-related illness and even death. Jennifer Amba, a single mom in Canada, says her three-year-old daughter developed heatstroke while taking a nap right in her own bedroom. Amba says she called an ambulance and while waiting for help, it took her 20 minutes...
The flu, also known as influenza, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can lead to mild to severe symptoms that can make you feel miserable and disrupt your daily routine. While medical treatment is often required, there are several practical tips and home remedies that can help relieve the symptoms and...
Mucus is a sticky, gel-like substance that our bodies produce naturally. It plays a crucial role in protecting our respiratory system from harmful particles, such as dust, smoke or bacteria, by trapping them in the airways. However, when mucus builds up in the throat and chest, it can cause discomfort, coughing, and difficulty breathing. To...
Cancer is one of the scariest diagnoses one can receive. This is likely because most of us associate cancer with death – or at least a very high risk of it. While cancer is very serious, it is actually the second leading cause of death in the United States. That’s right, there is a disease...
Cancer is a leading cause of death all over the world, causing almost 10 million deaths in 2020. [1] Although there is no exact way to prevent cancer, research has investigated different ways to reduce one’s risk. However, there is a lot of misinformation surrounding cancer prevention and treatment, especially when it comes to nutrition....
Early diagnosis of dementia is crucial for providing effective care and treatment to individuals. While memory loss and cognitive decline are commonly associated with dementia, there are other signs to be aware of. One such sign is a decreased loss of smell, which can be observed during everyday activities like taking a shower. According to...
Excessive thirst, also known as polydipsia, may seem a common occurrence that we brush off without concern. However, it can be a subtle sign of a more significant health issue – diabetes. Let’s explore the reasons why untreated diabetes can cause excessive thirst, as well as other subtle symptoms of diabetes that you should be...
The health of your heart and cardiovascular system is an extremely important thing to keep your eye on. As heart disease is the number one cause of death in North America, your life literally depends on your ability to monitor and correctly interpret the early signs of heart trouble. If you are repeatedly experiencing any...
A toxic person is someone who damages your self-worth. They are selfish, and manipulative and don’t take responsibility for their actions. Using subtle words and phrases they will do their best to hurt your self-esteem in order to bring you down. Here are 8 phrases to look out for to help you identify if there...
