Butter has been a staple in our diets for centuries. It is a rich source of flavor and adds a creamy texture to our favorite dishes. However, there has been ongoing debate about whether butter is good or bad for our health. Some say it should be avoided because of its saturated fat content. Others...
If you already have the best husband ever, keep reading anyway… This advice could help the hopeless romantic friend in your life who thinks they will never find love. Because according to 54-year-old singer, dancer and actress, Jennifer Lopez, that friend may just need to look for someone over a certain age. Tinder is a...
Have you have ever questioned whether you really need insurance? How about ditching an insurance plan that’s costing too much? If you have, chances are that the person you were talking to probably said, “You don’t need it until you need it.” And that kind of how we felt when we read this excerpt from...
When it comes to Alzheimer’s, most people probably assume that one of the first symptoms of this brain disease is memory loss. Although Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are typically characterized by a gradual (and sometimes rapid) decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning skills, researchers from Washington University in St. Louis may have found...
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), also known as Idiopathic Environmental Intolerance (IEI), is a controversial disorder characterized by an individual’s heightened sensitivity to various chemicals and environmental triggers. While some scientists and health professionals dispute the reality of MCS, it is essential to acknowledge the experiences of those who suffer from it and address their symptoms,...
Vaping has become increasingly popular, particularly among young people. Originally thought to be better for you than smoking cigarettes, many teens and young adults turned to vape pens. Unfortunately, it turns out that vaping is not better for you than cigarettes, it just has different consequences. This young 22-year-old vaping addict is the most recent...
The idea that social media can be dangerous is not new. I think on some level we all know that it can cause us stress and anxiety. We fret about how we look in pictures and how our comments sound. We worry that other people are having more fun and doing more things. We wish...
For the last decade or so, eggs have been on a bit of a nutritional rollercoaster ride. One day they are good for you, the next they’re saying they are contributing to heart disease, and the next they’re back to being “the perfect protein”. The question remains: Are eggs good for you or not? We’re...
Over the last few years, anxiety disorders have risen to the top of America’s most common mental illnesses. Every single year, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), they affect 40,000,000 people aged 18 and older. [1] That’s almost 1 in every 5 people! The silver lining in all of this is...
Moms have known it forever, but now there’s research to prove that kids who fall asleep by 8:30 p.m. are more likely to be happier and healthier. The BONUS part of this? When the kids hit the sack on time, mom’s mental health is better too! Early bedtime works for kids, because their melatonin levels peak around 8 p.m. Melatonin is a...
Kids are cute, but kids are stressful! Whether you’re a parent, educator, caregiver or even camp counselor, you are no stranger to the stresses of taking care of children. Even though this stress is shared by people around the world, for some weird reason, they still find themselves comparing who is more stressed or who...
Vaping has gained immense popularity in recent years as an alternative to smoking, with many people turning to e-cigarettes to quit their tobacco habit. While vaping may be perceived as a safer option, concerns have been raised about the rising number of children and young adults becoming addicted to nicotine through vaping. Doctors and Psychologists...