There are foods out there that aren’t good for you and yet we continue to eat them every day. Junk food, sweets, and highly processed packaged foods are in nearly every kitchen cupboard and fridge in America. Did you know, however, that there are some foods or ingredients that are so bad, they’re actually banned...
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Trish Webster’s desire to shed a few kilograms for her daughter’s wedding took a devastating turn. The 56-year-old Australian woman, utilizing Ozempic injections, tragically passed away.1 Her husband, Roy, firmly believes that the Ozempic side effects played a role in her death.2 Like countless individuals, Trish Webster aspired to...
Colon cancer is a serious disease and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. However, studies suggest that adopting certain lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk of developing this type of cancer. A recent study claims that almost 50% of colon cancer cases could be prevented by implementing these ten strategies. By incorporating these habits...
There are a ton of food preservatives out there, but a popular one, a group dubbed “lantibiotics,” has a few tricks up its sleeve. These compounds, part of the “bacteriocin” family, are used in the food industry for their ability to fight off bacteria and keep our food fresh for longer.1 Ingredients-wise, these guys are...
How do you take your coffee? If you skip the cream and sugar, your preference may align with psychopathic with sadistic tendencies. A 2015 study from the University of Innsbruck in Austria found that a preference for black coffee and other bitter tastes is a common trait and trend for both sadistic and psychopathic personality...
A rather peculiar story about Walmart ice cream bars not melting went viral, sparking widespread curiosity and raising questions about the nature of store-bought ice cream sandwiches. While the story may have originated several years ago, you can still find influencers, health bloggers, and experts discussing this phenomenon online. The question remains: Do WalMart ice...
This article was originally published in December 2018 and has since been updated. A 16-year-old boy from Rembau, Malaysia was electrocuted to death while using headphones that were plugged into his charging mobile phone. (1) The victim, identified as Mohd Aidi Azzhar Zahrin, was found by his mother when she got home from work at...
Solar power as a method of electricity generation has many advantages. It is a renewable and highly abundant resource, and it is sustainable, meaning it meets the needs of present populations without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Harnessing solar energy also does not, in general, produce any pollution (though the...
American actor Josh Charles once said, “My dad said to me growing up: ‘When all is said and done, if you can count all your true friends on one hand, you’re a lucky man.’” Some people may find counting their true friends a brutal exercise. It’s easy to list every likable acquaintance as a friend,...
Since William Adams and Richard Day first harnessed solar power in 1876, it’s been regarded as a major scientific breakthrough ever since. The first material that produced usable electricity from solar power was the metalloid compound selenium. It converted energy from the sun to electricity at about 1 to 2 percent efficiency [1]. Photovoltaic cells...
In today’s fast-paced and busy world, finding time to relax and recharge often takes a backseat to our numerous responsibilities. However, research indicates that incorporating a ‘lazy day’ into our weekly routine can have significant positive impacts on our mental and physical well-being. Taking a down day, in fact, can actually help you get ahead...
New York Times’ bestselling author, Elena Amsterdam was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2006, but was able to manage her condition and live well for a number of years- that is, until she moved into a newly renovated house in 2014. Within a year of moving, Elena’s autoimmune condition came back with a vengeance; she...
