Everyone wants to eat healthily, but that is much harder than we think, especially when these 17 junk foods taste so good. But you need to resist! These are some of the worst food choices in the whole country. You need to avoid them as much as possible, your body will thank you for it!...
People on gluten and dairy-free diets often hear the same question: “What can you eat?!” The answer is: quite a lot! In fact, most foods are acceptable on this diet. Yes, you have to avoid the grocery store snack aisle of pretzels, cookies, and granola bars (although gluten-free versions are becoming increasingly available) and think...
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) affects millions around the world, including about half a million people in the UK alone. Recent research has shed new light on the genetic mechanisms driving IBD, particularly Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Scientists from the Francis Crick Institute, University College London, and Imperial College London have identified a crucial genetic...
When it comes to Earth’s history, certain events stand out for their more profound impact on the development of life. One of these events occurred over a billion years ago; the merging of a marine bacteria with an algae host, eventually giving rise to plant life. Remarkably, scientists have now observed a similar event, one...
In a tragic turn of events, three friends were seen embracing each other moments before being swept away by a devastating flash flood in northern Italy. This poignant scene highlights the human toll of the recent severe weather that has plagued the region. Severe Weather and Widespread Flash Floods Storms and heavy rainfall have inundated...
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the number one cause of death worldwide, with atherosclerosis—a buildup of plaque in the arteries—being a primary contributor. Recent research has uncovered a new way to prevent clogged arteries from ever happening. This is done by enhancing a cellular process known as chaperone-mediated autophagy (CMA). Here are the findings, their implications,...
In November 1985, a natural disaster struck the small town of Armero, Colombia. The eruption of the Nevado del Ruiz volcano triggered a massive mudflow, claiming the lives of over 25,000 people. Among the victims, the tragic story of Omayra Sánchez stands out as a symbol of the horror the catastrophe brought. This is the...
A mystery surrounding disappearances in U.S. national parks has taken a chilling turn as an old legend has returned: the existence of feral cannibals. This theory, fueled by popular media and platforms like TikTok, suggests that wild people are responsible for a number of unexplained vanishings. Despite lacking concrete evidence, the fear persists, especially in...
The decision to take medication is not one that should be taken lightly. In fact, it’s an important decision that should be made with the advice of a healthcare professional. However, if you are taking multiple medications or supplements, it’s important to be aware of the potentially dangerous interactions between them—and the even more serious...
Cancer is one of the number one causes of death around the world. Researchers are constantly working to understand the disease more so we can better treat it, avoid it, and hopefully, one day, cure it. Could taking your phone to bed increase your risk of certain cancers? Studies have shown that people with more...
A study from the University of Michigan has linked air pollution to an increased risk of dementia, suggesting that nearly 188,000 new cases of dementia annually may be from exposure to polluted air.1 This finding adds to a growing body of evidence that environmental factors, particularly pollution, play a significant role in cognitive decline. The...
As pet owners, we do our best to choose the right foods for our furry friends – focusing on a blend of nutritional value and flavor. But have we ever considered these foods as a potential health hazards? Recent findings have revealed that most US pet food packaging contains PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals’, known for...