Walking down the oil aisle at the grocery store can feel dizzying. There are many types of cooking oils, from all sorts of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Many home chefs want to choose the healthiest oil for their food; unfortunately, the answer isn’t simple. There is no one perfect, healthy oil since they all...

In the desolate expanse of Siberia, a colossal crater known as the Batagay megaslump is expanding at an alarming rate. Locals have christened it the “Siberian Gateway to Hell,” and scientists are increasingly concerned about its growth and the implications it holds for the planet’s future. Unveiling the Siberian Gateway to Hell First discovered in...

Concrete, the most commonly used building material in the world, could soon power our homes. Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a type of cement that functions as a supercapacitor, storing and releasing electrical energy. This innovation promises to revolutionize energy storage and distribution, making homes and other structures not only...

People have vowed never to go caving again after seeing an agonizing video of a guy squeezing through a small cave. Jake Sanders and Calvin Sanders, who are uncle and nephew, run the YouTube program Caveman Hikes. Of course, there are a lot of heart-racing videos of people caving on the web, but the Sanders...

Few foods have sparked as much debate as butter and its health attributes. Since the 1960s, the American Heart Association has recommended limiting foods high in saturated fats, like butter. But in 2024, with new research and insights, we have a more nuanced understanding of butter, saturated fat, and heart disease. Is Butter Bad for...

Much like antibiotic resistant bacteria in recent years, “super bugs” of another type have adapted to survive common treatments. Chemical-resistant head lice has been a growing problem, with news stories covering the “super lice” since 2015. (1, 2) Unfortunately, just like antibiotic resistant bacteria, “super lice” also seem like they’re here to stay. At least...

Gatorade is a popular sports drink that offers various beverage lines, each with its own unique characteristics. However, the ingredients found in Gatorade, such as sugars, dyes, and other additives, raise concerns about potential harm to health. Let’s explore the composition of Gatorade, its drawbacks, and alternative options that promote better health. Understanding Gatorade’s Ingredients...

Did you know that studies have found that foods high in calcium or calcium supplements directly or indirectly compete with magnesium for absorption (Dai et al., 2007), and they should not be taken together if possible? One study found that adding 300 to 1000 mg of calcium to the diet significantly decreased magnesium absorption in...

Many of our most important bodily activities require a regular supply of iron. Lean meat, shellfish, and leafy greens are ideal iron sources, but fruits can also help you fulfill your daily intake. Just so you know, adult men under 50 should consume 8 mg of iron, while for women, it is 18 mg. If...

When it comes to choosing a dog breed, there’s a plethora of options available, each with its own unique traits and characteristics. As a professional dog groomer, The Canoodler on TikTok has had the chance to interact with numerous breeds and speak up about her interactions with them. She says while most dogs are delightful...

A recent picture of a parking lot filled with unsold Teslas has cast a spotlight on the electric vehicle (EV) market, revealing a less-than-ideal situation for manufacturers. This image, which you will see near the end of the article, highlights a series of challenges facing the EV sector, from declining sales to price cuts and...

A young couple who vanished almost 12 years ago has been discovered dead in the Volga River in central Russia. Ilya Zhirnov, 25, and his girlfriend Kira Cherkasova, 22, disappeared in December 2005 without a trace. Over a decade later, their remains were found in a car at the bottom of the Volga River in...