When Kevin Alter was 17 and in high school, he got mixed up with the wrong crowd and tossed into a life of self-destruction. He couldn’t stop himself after the first time he sniffed cocaine, and it became a habit that led him into the black hole he was to be in for many years...

Getting pregnant at 40 must be an exhilarating experience for all the moms out there. You are in a better place financially, mentally and emotionally to take on the responsibility of a baby. In your 20s and 30s, you are under the constant stress of working on your career while raising your children. But in...

In a twist of fate, a wildfire that caused so much destruction and pain in his homestead may have been what saved his life.  Tony Busset from Alberta, Canada, was deeply ashamed of all the weight he had gained when he required two seats on an evacuation flight from the Fort McMurray wildfire in 2016...

Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating neurodegenerative disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, researchers are constantly striving to understand the factors that contribute to its development. One emerging area of study is the impact of belly fat on Alzheimer’s risk. In this article, we will explore the...

The human brain is a remarkable organ that controls every aspect of our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It is constantly adapting and changing throughout our lives, influenced by various factors. Some conditions can have a significant impact on the brain, altering its structure and function in drastic ways. These are 14 conditions that actually alter...

The prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, has been steadily increasing in recent times. However, a new study suggests that this widespread dementia may be a consequence of modern environments and lifestyles. So what does this mean for you, someone who is living in this modern world? Let’s look at what...

Our skin is the largest organ of elimination and absorption; it is also an indicator of our overall health.  While acne, eczema, and psoriasis are all common skin conditions, they can also give you clues to what is happening within your body. Eczema, for example, can be caused by food sensitivities or even exposure to...

Here’s a riddle for you: what do human females have in common with killer whales, beluga whales, narwhals, and short-finned pilot whales? We all live for decades after our reproductive years end [1]. Menopause, defined as the end of the reproductive years, or, when a woman stops having her period and thus stops being fertile, happens...

“A woman with an opinion must develop a thick skin and a loud voice. Arrows will fly at you but they’ll never pierce through. Louder voices will try to drown yours out, but their pitches would never be high enough…” These words from my grandmother were going through my head that day in 12th grade...

How do you measure success? How do you define happiness? From the time we are born, we are taught both overtly and subconsciously that the path to satisfaction and joy is through material gain..  You know you’ve “made it” when you have the big house, the expensive car, and the fancy clothes. We idolize the...

An underwear company conducted a survey which found that nearly 45 percent of Americans have worn their underwear for two days in a row, or longer. Since underwear hygiene is typically something you keep to yourself, the company, Tommy John surveyed 2,000 men and women to see how long they wear their underwear for, and...

Avocados are one of the world’s favorite foods. This savory fruit (yes, it is technically a fruit!) from Latin America is used all over the world, from guacamole to tacos, sushi, burgers, salads, and more. Not only are avocados delicious, however, but they are also extremely good for you. In fact, a relatively new study...