Raise your hand if you were given Ginger Ale to drink when you were sick as a kid. Many of us have grown up believing that Ginger Ale is a magic elixir that can settle an upset stomach. However, according to experts, this popular notion may not be entirely accurate. In fact, it might be...
Artist Sam Van Aken is pushing the boundaries of traditional modes of art. He is a contemporary artist who interweaves genres of art, botany, agriculture, climatology and fine-tunes them with technology to create wonders. His latest being the Tree of 40 Fruit. The Tree of 40 Fruit has been likened by many people to something...
Psychopathy, a disorder characterized by callousness, lack of empathy, and manipulative behavior, is more common than many realize. Research suggests that a significant portion of the population exhibits psychopathic traits to some extent.1 While identifying a psychopath can be challenging, there are subtle behaviors to watch out for. Here are three key indicators to consider:...
Another week, another harrowing headline. Have you heard? According to, Ian Dunlop, a former fossil fuel executive, and David Spratt, a climate researcher, a new report suggests that human civilization may come to an end in the year 2050. In late May 2019, the independent climate-focused think tank Breakthrough National Centre for Climate Restoration in...
Do you remember that beautiful daffodil yellow Tupperware either your parents or grandparents had? It may bring back nostalgic memories of potato salad, baking cookies, or afternoon Tang, but there may be a reason to throw it out. As it turns out, they can be extremely high in heavy metals. According to Environmental Activist, Tamara...
21-year-old Vinnie Pyner from Margate, Southeast England claims energy drinks have changed his future, and it’s not for the better. His teeth have endured extreme decay, and its thought to be from excessive consumption of Monster Energy Drinks. He started taking the beverage in 2017 because it helped him stay up and alert to study....
Blackheads are never fun. They’re these annoying little clusters of black dots that clog your ‘invisible’ hair follicles. You have probably experienced them on your face, nose, or chin. But did you know you can get blackheads inside your ear? Everything You Need to Know About Blackheads According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 50...
Whether we hear about it in commercials, health facts, cooking shows, or the news, there’s just no escaping protein in the media. Given the crucial part it plays in the proper functioning of the human body – after all, if there is one molecule that best embodies the trite adage of “you are what you...
To this day, etiquette is unavoidable, it is a part of our everyday lives. Many of the basic etiquette rules are based on morals and keen judgment of social situations. According to Binghampton University etiquette is ‘practicing good manners, knowing how to behave in a given situation, knowing how to interact with people’. Why you...
Imagine going through two decades of unsuccessful doctor’s appointments and visits to specialists. It would be a miracle if you didn’t lose your mind trying to nail down what was ailing you. What would be worse is finding out years later that this mysterious problem of yours is actually an uncommon and dangerous type of...
H. Pylori is a bacterium that infects the stomach and the upper part of the small intestine. It is estimated that approximately half of the world’s population carries this bacterium in their gastrointestinal tract, often without experiencing any symptoms. However, for some individuals, H. Pylori infection can lead to several health problems, such as peptic...
There are over 40 neurotransmitters in the human nervous system, and dopamine (DA) is considered one of the top four significant neurotransmitters, next to acetylcholine, serotonin, and glutamate. What is dopamine, and what are its roles? DA is a well-known brain chemical (neurotransmitter); although it also acts as a compound that helps maintain homeostasis (state...
