Cannabis has many research-based health benefits. But it’s not without its fair share of controversy. Strains with high THC potency have been linked to psychosis in younger populations (1), rare addictions (2), and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome among frequent users (3), for example. Reefer Madness propaganda aside, there are some legitimate concerns about safe cannabis use,...

Here at The Hearty Soul, we are always trying to deliver the best health and wellness advice with a prime focus on nutrition and lifestyle. However, we are going to deviate, but only slightly. The technology we have is becoming more and more connected, and while this is convenient, it is presenting us with some...

Vaginal steaming is a popular but controversial trend that has gained in popularity over recent years. So much so that gynecologists are now urging people to stop after a woman in Canada burned herself while trying it. The 62-year-old Canadian patient had been suffering from a prolapsed vagina, which is when the vagina stretches and...

This case report appeared in the most recent edition of the Urology Case Reports [1]. An unidentified 63-year-old checked himself into the A&E at the Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in Bronx, New York. He’d suffered a fall and had landed on his buttocks. At his age, he could have easily broken something or...

Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating effectively, leading to a loss of blood flow to the brain and other vital organs. It is often considered a near-death experience, as the chances of survival are extremely slim. However, recent research conducted by NYU Grossman School of Medicine has...

Having bright and white teeth is often associated with good oral hygiene and a healthy smile. However, despite our best efforts, many of us struggle with maintaining the natural whiteness of our teeth. According to dental experts, there is one common mistake that can lead to yellow teeth, and it’s a mistake that many people...

For most, pets become well-loved, if not spoiled, family members. Therefore, it’s hard to imagine a life without them. Sadly, there may be some news for cat lovers. A new study has found a possible correlation between owning a cat and developing schizophrenia. But the reason may not be what you think. Cats may Increase...

In a cancer-conscious world like ours, a new video circling the internet should bring some joy. A recent video has surfaced capturing the moment the immune system confronts and conquers a cancer cell. The video, which has gone viral, offers a rare glimpse of the interaction between our body’s immune system and one of the...

Global security and aerospace company Lockheed Martin recently made a pretty big claim: That they have made a breakthrough with nuclear fusion energy production. The company says they have successfully created a compact nuclear fusion reactor that could essentially solve the world’s sustainable energy problem. The question is, is this actually viable? Some scientists have...

The internet is up in arms over an unexpected feud: a seemingly simple math equation. We’ve seen these types of internet feuds before, think “the dress” debate in February 2015. People argued whether the lace was blue and black or white and gold. The original dress was later confirmed to be blue and black, but...

Being a parent is not an easy job, even full-time employment does not require you to put in the amount of time, effort and patience as being a parent. Being a parent means leading, guiding, inspiring, cooking, cleaning, driving, explaining, cheering, worrying, and hoping. It also involves a lot of teaching: no playing sports in...

Our feminine hygiene industry is undoubtedly lead by fear, but who created the fear? Was it a woman’s fear that her natural cycle was a disturbance to a functioning society, or was this fear forced onto women by the marketing and advertising of ‘fresh feeling’ feminine products.  Language shared by the feminine hygiene industry suggests...