For decades, suffering from a spinal cord injury meant a very abrupt change in life. This is because there are very few therapies that address damaged “wiring”. For those with spinal cord injuries, everything from movement to sensation and independence can be lost in a second. A new breakthrough drug from Brazil called polylaminin is...
Most people don’t think about their kidneys until something goes wrong, yet these two bean-shaped organs quietly keep your body in balance every day. They filter out waste, regulate fluids, and even play a role in keeping blood pressure steady. When they’re healthy, you hardly notice them, but when they’re under strain, the effects show...
Tyson Foods made a big announcement that has a lot of people talking. By the end of 2025, the company says it will stop using high fructose corn syrup, sucralose, BHA, BHT, and titanium dioxide in its U.S. branded products. That means fan favorites like Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, and more will be changing....
People have consumed and enjoyed dates for thousands of years. The date palm’s fruits provide significant health, nutritional, and economic benefits. Most people eat the sticky, sweet, and soft flesh of the date. However, recent research shows that the lesser-exploited date pit could be the source of a caffeine-free alternative. For centuries, the date seeds...
Lack of empathy can strain relationships and create significant misunderstandings. Empathy is a key component of emotional intelligence, allowing us to connect with others on a deeper level. Understanding the signs of low empathy can help us navigate our relationships more effectively, whether we’re trying to improve our own empathic skills or dealing with someone...
It’s hard to deny the collective exhaustion settling over the United States. The past several years have felt like an emotional gauntlet: a relentless cycle of mass shootings, deep political unrest, crushing economic pressures, and increasingly stark social divides. For many, the constant weight of these crises has become more than simple stress; it’s a...
A 34-year-old Canadian man regained vision after a rare “tooth-in-eye” surgery. He joins fellow Canadian citizens, a 75-year-old British Columbia woman, Gail Lane, and 2 others who were the first successful recipients of the surgery. After experiencing a rare allergic reaction, Brent Chapman lost his vision at 13 years old. Now, thanks to a rare...
An epidemic of falls among older adults is a growing public health concern. This is especially given the tragic increase in fall-related deaths. While many factors contribute to this issue, a recent study in the JAMA Health Forum brought to light a significant and often overlooked cause: risky medication prescribing. Certain medications for many common...
Just because a supplement is “natural” doesn’t mean it won’t cause negative side effects. If it has the potential to help, it has the potential to harm. This is especially true if it’s used improperly, such as at high doses, alongside other substances, or without relevant knowledge or guidance. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs, supplements are not...
Our feet are a truly amazing part of our bodies. They contain 26 bones each, second only to our hands, which contain 27 each. Together, our two feet and our two hands account for 106 of the 206 in the adult human body. What our feet do for us each day is even more impressive....
In recent years we’ve begun to start understanding just how bad the overconsumption of sugar is for our health. Illnesses like obesity and diabetes were not problems until we created extremely high-sugar products that are now ubiquitous in society. Today, so many of our regular, every-day products are laden with sugar – and we’re not...
Since they arrived on the scene, Crocs have been a divisive footwear. Some people love them, others think they are the ugliest shoes they’ve ever seen. Beyond aesthetics and fashion, however, a question remains: are Crocs good for your feet? Podiatrists and experts have finally answered the question. Are Crocs Bad For Your Feet? Crocs...
