Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, affecting around 6.9 million people in the United States aged 65 and older. Alzheimer’s disease causes significant memory loss and affects the afflicted person’s ability to perform everyday activities. In advanced stages, the disease can result in loss of brain function and even death, yet there is...
Mental Wellness
Social media’s spheres have been abuzz with new research that reveals a decline in testosterone in men. The worry of men becoming more effeminate has been around in written media for decades. Some people target face creams, juice boxes or electronics as culprits of “feminizing” men. Even prominent figures like Health and Human Services Secretary...
Micro-retirement is quickly becoming Gen Z’s bold response to the traditional 9-to-5 lifestyle. Instead of working nonstop until their sixties, many young professionals are choosing to take regular breaks throughout their careers. These breaks can last weeks or even months and are used to travel, rest, explore side projects, or focus on personal goals. Gen...
It’s a common assumption: spend some time in the sun and your vitamin D levels will take care of themselves. However, despite abundant sunlight in many parts of the world, vitamin D deficiency remains prevalent across diverse populations and latitudes. Even in populations living in warm, sunny climates. Why is this deficiency so common, and...
Dave Mullen was just 17 years old when he first snorted cocaine. It happened during what should have been a celebratory moment on his birthday. Offered a line of the Class A drug in a pub, he naively accepted. Completely unaware of the storm he was inviting into his life. What began as a single...
Saving for retirement can feel overwhelming. However, setting clear savings goals by age makes it more manageable. Experts like Fidelity offer a retirement age savings guide based on income multiples. These milestones aren’t one-size-fits-all, but they help you stay focused. Whether you’re starting early or playing catch-up, knowing how much to save for retirement gives...
Fewer hangovers, clearer skin and better sleep are all the benefits one would expect when quitting alcohol. However, depending on how deep down the bottle you went, quitting alcohol after prolonged heavy drinking may lead to withdrawal symptoms. This happens because alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. Your nervous system adapts by working harder...
Most of us have done it. Some of us love it. Others find it awkward or even repulsive. But this intimate behavior remains one of the most puzzling human actions. But why do we kiss in the first place? And what exactly happens in our brains and bodies when we do it? Scientists have been fascinated by these questions for...
The best books for difficult times can provide much-needed comfort when life feels overwhelming. Whether caused by personal struggles, global unrest, or unexpected disruptions, everyone faces moments when stability and peace are shaken. During these turbulent periods, books become a powerful refuge. They offer wisdom, perspective, and emotional healing. Stories and ideas uniquely comfort us,...
Grounding, also known as earthing, connects your body directly to Earth’s natural electrical charge. This practice occurs through skin contact with the ground or specialized indoor equipment. This ancient practice is purported to transfer electrons from the Earth’s surface into your body to restore electrical balance. It’s claimed that grounding can reduce inflammation, improve sleep...
Pavel Durov, the Russian-born CEO of Telegram, has announced what may be one of the most unusual inheritance plans in recent memory. He says he wants to split his fortune among more than 100 children he claims to have fathered. They must, however, wait thirty years before accessing any of the money. He is currently facing serious criminal charges in France....
It is easy to overlook the subtle ways we get in our own way. Many people want to grow, succeed, and reach their potential, but they unknowingly hold themselves back. These patterns are rarely obvious at first. In fact, many are learned behaviors that feel normal. If you want to improve your mindset and reach...