Scars – we’ve all got them, particularly scars on our legs. Whether they’re from the rough-and-tumble nature of childhood, playing sports, or simply being clumsy, chances are you’ve got one or two (or more) on your lower limbs. The worst part is that they don’t ever seem to go away. If you’re sick of looking...

Alcohol is so commonplace that many people don’t realize how many activities and events involve drinking. Beer at sports games, wine at dinner parties, champagne at weddings, cocktails at business events, or any type of booze to ‘take the edge off’ after a hard day. Therefore, it might be no surprise that most people don’t...

We have long been taught about the benefits of nature. Children who play outside have better immune systems, are more imaginative or creative and may have more muscle mass than children who play inside all day. Similarly, scientists have found another benefit from exposure to nature, improved mental health. Recently a study has been published...

Nutrition is full of all kinds of nonsense. The worst examples are listed here, but unfortunately, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Here are the top 13 nutrition lies that have made the world both sick and fat. 1. Eggs Are Bad for Your Health Eggs are so incredibly nutritious that they’re often...

It’s hard to imagine the moment of a heart attack. You’re just going about your day, and then suddenly you’re on the ground, unable to breathe or move. That’s exactly what happened to one man who survived the attack–and he caught it all on camera. He posted the video on YouTube back in 2015 and...

Vitamin D has long been recognized for its role in supporting bone and immune system health. Recent research has shown intriguing new insights into the additional benefits vitamin D has in older adults, particularly when it comes to cardiovascular health. Let’s look at the latest findings from clinical trials and explore the impact of vitamin...

What comes to mind when you think of intelligence? Some may think book smarts, some may think street smarts, and others will argue it’s a combination of both. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “intelligence” as the: Clearly, intelligence is not something that we can shove into a single box or fit underneath one umbrella People can...

The concept of dying alone versus being surrounded by loved ones is one that requires deep emotional thought and complex considerations. Often shown in media as a simple, black-and-white difference of a good or bad death, the reality is actually far more nuanced. While many see dying with family and friends around you as the...

In today’s health-conscious world, many individuals turn to supplements to boost their overall well-being. While certain supplements can be beneficial, it’s important to recognize that not all of them are created equal. In fact, some supplements may even cause more harm than good, particularly when used improperly or in excessive amounts. So before you take...

Marijuana, its been in use for centuries for both recreational and medicinal purposes. Modern medicine, however, is only just starting to really look into the medicinal use of cannabis to treat certain conditions and diseases. The study of medical marijuana has been difficult, not just for legal reasons, but also because cannabis effects vary depending...

Have you ever stopped to think about how fear affects you? How often do you make decisions based on fear rather than rational thought? Philosopher Bertrand Russell once said: “Neither a man nor a crowd nor a nation can be trusted to act humanely or to think sanely under the influence of great fear” [1]....

Whether they’re inhaling it, baking it, or using it in oil form, more and more older adults are using marijuana! For some reason getting high is associated with younger audiences and there is a lot of research that has been carried out on the health effects on younger people. However, research into the consequences of marijuana...