Melatonin is a hormone made by your body’s pineal gland that helps regulate your sleep cycle. The main reason why it is so popular as a supplement is because, for many, it helps them fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more refreshed—all while possibly helping with other aspects of their health....
We work so hard, so why shouldn’t we get to indulge a little? Coffee, wine, sweets, or salty snacks, we all deserve to enjoy our favorite things. However, all of these should be enjoyed in moderation to protect our health—for example, the salty deliciousness of soy sauce. Health experts warn that too much can become...
Most people don’t think about their uric acid levels. It’s rare for them to become too low, but high levels could cause gout, kidney disease, inflammation, and other health issues. Uric acid is a natural waste product the body makes while digesting foods with a chemical called purines. Purine-rich foods include red meat, sardines, and...
Minors in Alberta, Canada, accidentally uncovered a fossilized dinosaur that was 110 million years old. This dinosaur was so well-preserved that instead of calling it a fossil, paleontologists are referring to it as a “dinosaur mummy”. Researchers spent over seven thousand hours of painstaking work to uncover the remarkable find. Finally, the public got to...
While we would hope that there is enough human decency in this world that companies producing products that are designed for infants, would be safe enough for infants. Of course, sometimes this is not the case, as we’ve seen recently with baby food. Johnson & Johnson, the infamous pharmaceutical, who is known for Aveeno moisturizers,...
The ‘sober’ cousin of marijuana deserves some more time in the spotlight. While it’s not going to give you a buzz, it is capable of an even higher power. Hemp is already known to produce vital resources such as rope, clothing, and paper, however this humble plant will likely serve an even greater purpose in...
Someone who enjoys soft drinks but is concerned with caloric and carbohydrate intake would likely be inclined to order calorie-free or ‘diet’ sodas, when available. If there’s no sugar, and no calories, it should be a healthier and guilt-free option. Right? A new population-based cohort study has been published in the JAMA Internal Medicine Journal,...
While we hear most of the healing benefits associated with the cannabinoid compounds in marijuana, such as THC and CBD, not everyone experiences the same side effects and benefits when using this substance. Marijuana is thought of as having only positive benefits, however, there are many people who have experienced negative side effects and a...
The ocean is full of things that are beneficial to the human body. One of them is astaxanthin, a carotenoid pigment found in many sea creatures including trout, shrimp, lobster, microalgaie, and most famously, Pacific salmon. It’s the compound that gives the fish its signature pink hue. Here are some of the potential benefits of...
Einstein once said, “Now Besso has departed from this strange world a little ahead of me. That means nothing. People like us…know that the distinction between past, present and future is only a stubbornly persistent illusion.” This statement reflects a perspective that has gained traction with new evidence suggesting that death, as we understand it,...
Abi Phillips’ story is a testament to the power of trusting one’s own instincts. At 28, she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer—a condition that was only detected because she insisted on getting a deeper medical investigation despite reassurances from healthcare professionals that it wasn’t anything serious. Here is Abi’s journey, the symptoms to watch for,...
The Mediterranean diet has won the title of being the best overall diet according to 2023 rankings for the U.S. News and World Report. It’s won the previous five years as well. And for good reason. It’s based on natural foods but with enough flexibility to work for people with various food restrictions and needs....
