Pool noodles are not only great fun to use in the pool (my kids love them!) but they’re surprisingly useful around the house too. I have used them in different ways for many DIY projects, as well as activities to keep the kids having fun this summer! These are some of my favorite pool noodle...

When you’ve got a nagging headache or your neck hurts after a wonky night’s sleep, what’s the first thing you do? For many of us, it’s to go to the medicine cabinet for something such as an ibuprofen. Unfortunately, this might not be our best choice. Anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids, commonly used to alleviate pain,...

Here’s the thing: Pawdicures are a thing. Yep, that’s pedicures—for your dog. A dog pedicure. But we aren’t just talking about a French tips or bedazzled flower decals that you can get at a pet nail salon—we’re talking about actual health. Pawdicures 101 If your dog isn’t the type that gets groomed regularly, you probably haven’t given...

When you sit down and make a list of the most important things in your life, your friends and family will likely have top priority. It is said that social relationships have a direct impact on our health and wellness and that strong relationships will lead to better overall health[1]. This may not be surprising...

Tapeworms are a type of intestinal parasite that can cause mild symptoms or sometimes no symptoms at all. These parasites can lead to various complications if left untreated. In this article, we will explore what tapeworms are, how one can get infected, common symptoms of tapeworm infestation, rare complications associated with tapeworms, available treatment options,...

Muscle cramps or spasms can be a painful and uncomfortable experience. These involuntary contractions can happen to any muscle in the body, but are most commonly experienced in the legs, feet, and abdomen. While there are various medications available to alleviate muscle cramps, there are also natural muscle relaxers that can provide relief without any...

Jaguar populations are declining so researchers turned to artificial insemination to try to help the species. They chose five healthy jaguars for this experiment, including one named Bianca. In November 2018, the scientists inseminated her with the AI Embryo Transfer technique created by the experts at the Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW). In...

Junk food has long been associated with various health problems, including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. But does it also cause cancer? The recent death of Morgan Spurlock, the maker of “Super Size Me,” from an undisclosed type of cancer at the age of 53 has raised concerns about the potential link between junk food...

The film “Oppenheimer” has brought widespread attention to the creation of the world’s first atomic bomb. It involved a team of researchers and scientists called the Manhattan Project during World War II. But after the war, the U.S. scientists used a leftover spherical piece of plutonium to figure out “the tipping point” that would lead...

This year is full of treats for skywatchers. It began with a rare solar eclipse and a solar storm spreading the northern lights. The next celestial show is an alignment of planets, also known as a “planetary parade.” Beginning in June, multiple planets will appear in the night sky. The 2024 Planet Parade On June...

My ears are really sensitive, so earwax drives me crazy. It’s itchy and unpleasant and always makes me feel like my ears are greasy. I know I’m not the only one who feels that way. So I do a bad thing, I clean them with Q-tips. There are a lot of problems with that, only...

Gardening enthusiasts adamantly tout the long list of benefits include stress reduction and mood improvement. But, why stop there? Could tending to a garden, breathing in fresh air and exposure to Vitamin D sunshine rays help those suffering from depression? The votes are in and experts say “yes.” The answer lies in the actual antidepressant...