When we think about organic farming, we often think of the impact on our personal health when we eat the products grown organically. Organic farming, however, isn’t only good for the health of our bodies, but also for the health of the planet. A new study has revealed the incredible impact that organic farming has...
Everything you eat has either a positive or negative effect on your health. While it is okay to indulge sometimes and enjoy your life, if we’re being honest, most of us indulge more often than we should. What’s more, there are plenty of foods that we are eating that we think are healthy that actually...
In an extraordinary breakthrough, astronomers using the James Webb Telescope detected a molecule that, at least on Earth, comes only from living organisms. This 2023 discovery, made while studying a distant exoplanet, has sparked excitement across the scientific community and renewed the search for life beyond Earth. The James Webb Telescope, known for its groundbreaking...
According to a new study, if your cannabis use has ever resulted in an ER visit or hospitalization, you were at greater risk of developing dementia within five years. This was compared to those who had been hospitalized for other reasons or compared to the general population. Heavy long-term cannabis use has been associated with...
Most of us are aware of the ABO blood group system, which identifies whether your blood has A, B, both, or neither antigens. However, this is not the only blood group system , with some of them being incredibly complex and rare. In fact, there are actually more than 43 known blood group systems that...
When those cravings kick in, there’s often nothing better than digging into a cheesy pizza and greasy fries. However, the inevitable heartburn and acid reflux that follows is anything but enjoyable. This is why so many people around the world rely on certain heartburn medications to deal with this issue when it arises. But can...
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of children, approximately 5% of children globally. It presents itself with persistent symptoms of attention deficits, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. While medication and behavioral therapies remain the primary forms of treatment, many parents and clinicians seek natural, dietary and supportive strategies to help children manage symptoms more effectively. Among these, medical...
Sweet potatoes have for a very long time been a prized carbohydrate in the nutrition world. Packed with nutrients and fiber, these tasty tubers are a fan favorite. They are so often praised for their health benefits that no one ever mentions what the down sides are, or if there is anyone who really shouldn’t...
The Great Pyramid of Giza might hide more than just Egyptian secrets. Now, Computer engineer Dr. Konstantin Borisov claims this famous structure marks the spot of the biblical Garden of Eden. For centuries, experts placed the Garden of Eden in Iraq near the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. However, Borisov’s study challenges this long-held view and points...
If you’re planning an international trip anytime soon, take note. A new travel warning from the U.S. State Department urges Americans to avoid Colombia and Burkina Faso. These once-popular destinations now face serious threats that make them unsafe for tourism. The warning cites rising violence, terrorism, and political instability as key concerns. Officials placed both...
Every so often, the night sky offers more than stars and distant planets. It gives us a moment of pure wonder. This week, that wonder comes in the form of a smiley face moon. On the predawn morning of April 25, 2025, three well-known celestial bodies, Saturn, Venus, and the Moon, will align perfectly. At...
Rebecca Young, a 12-year-old from Kelvinside Academy in Glasgow, recently won the top prize of the MacRobert Commendation Medal. So, what was her innovative invention that won her first place out of 70,000 participants? Rebecca designed a solar blanket that could help address the homeless crisis many people are currently impacted by. After seeing so...