In your conversations, on television and while you’re surfing the web, it’s rare to hear about forgetfulness in a positive context. Usually, people attribute memory loss – long-term or short-term – to early-onset dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. We’ve written many articles about memory loss and other warning signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia at The Hearty...
“Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, oh what fun, it is to try, to solve a brainteaser in this cold, Oh!” If the average person takes two minutes and 49 seconds to find the dog in this picture, that means I’m not average because I searched for over ten minutes and found nothing....
I know all my fellow tea lovers are going to be hyped about this. According to new research in the journal Aging, people who drink tea on a regular basis have a “more efficient structural organization” of their brains than people who don’t drink tea [1]. This improved organization may help protect against cognitive decline—think...
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...
Prescription medications are designed to help treat various health conditions and improve our quality of life. This doesn’t mean, however, that they come without any potential side effects. It is important to be aware of these potential side effects before taking them. In some cases, these can be quite scary and even life-threatening. These are...
“How many cigarettes are there in a bottle of wine?” Ideally, you won’t find any cigarette butts in the bottom of your chardonnay, but it’s a serious question a team of UK researchers recently sought to answer. The scientists, led by gastroenterology expert, Theresa J. Hydes, published a study in the March 28 issue of BMC Public...
Ear infections are a common and often painful condition that affects people of all ages. They occur when the middle ear becomes inflamed and infected, usually due to bacterial or viral infections. If left untreated, ear infections can cause serious complications and even lead to hearing loss. In this article, we will discuss the signs...
When it comes to losing weight, there are numerous fad diets and trendy ingredients that claim to be the secret to shedding pounds. Among these, coconut oil and butter have gained attention as potential aids in weight loss, following along with what is known as the Keto diet. As we know, however, nutrition trends that...
Vertigo can be a debilitating condition that affects your balance and spatial orientation. It can make you feel as if you or the environment around you is spinning or moving when there’s actually no motion. While vertigo can be a temporary and isolated issue, it can also become a chronic problem if not properly addressed....
Peppermint oil is one of the most widely used essential oils, found in everything from candy canes to chewing gum, to toothpaste. Beyond its good smell and unique, refreshing taste, however, peppermint essential oil has a number of benefits for your health. While some of these uses you may already know, there are many uses...
When you think about rosemary, you may imagine those dried, spikey bits that you find in the spice aisle at your local grocery store. While not everyone loves the dried stuff, however, fresh rosemary makes a very aromatic and flavourful addition to many dishes and has been a popular herb in the kitchen for many...
Are you always looking for those supposed misplaced items (you swore they were there a second ago)? Or forget why you entered a room? Spaced out on marking down an important meeting or due date for an assignment? These are all common scenarios that can occur at any age, but concern may arise when they...
