Airport security is stricter than most travelers realize, especially when it comes to food. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) allows passengers to bring many snacks through checkpoints, but certain items can still cause delays or confiscation. Some foods are banned because of their texture, while others fall into a gray area that confuses travelers. Knowing...
Sometimes what feels exciting in the moment can come with a cost you didn’t see coming. What starts as harmless fun or a spark of passion can end up leaving marks you can’t just brush off. When the person you choose isn’t the right one, the impact can reach far beyond the night itself. This...
As Mary Poppins once said, a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down. But what about a spoonful of plastic and chemicals? That’s what many people are unknowingly swallowing with their softgel medications and supplements. Most of us associate vitamins with health, safety, and self-care. Yet new research is revealing that the glossy coating...
Heart attacks might look like they happen out of nowhere, but in most cases, the body tries to warn us first. According to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, more than 99 percent of people who had a heart attack already had at least one major health issue...
Midlife hits fast, and your body gets more opinionated about everything with age. However, that is not a crisis; it is a cue to start paying attention. Think of each midlife health warning as a friendly tap on the shoulder that says, “Maybe check this now, so you don’t have any major issues tomorrow.” Some...
Fiber is a recurring topic when it comes to digestive health. In a nutshell, it’s a type of plant-based carbohydrate that cannot be fully absorbed into the body. It may be famous for treating constipation, but its benefits go beyond that. Fiber is an essential part of a healthy diet, and it aids the function...
People have consumed and enjoyed dates for thousands of years. The date palm’s fruits provide significant health, nutritional, and economic benefits. Most people eat the sticky, sweet, and soft flesh of the date. However, recent research shows that the lesser-exploited date pit could be the source of a caffeine-free alternative. For centuries, the date seeds...
In recent years we’ve begun to start understanding just how bad the overconsumption of sugar is for our health. Illnesses like obesity and diabetes were not problems until we created extremely high-sugar products that are now ubiquitous in society. Today, so many of our regular, every-day products are laden with sugar – and we’re not...
If you’ve ever experienced muscle cramps, you know how inconveniant and even painful they can be. Whether you’re woken up in the middle of the night with your calf screaming at you or you’re out for a run and your quad keeps seizing up, cramps are no fun. Perhaps at some point, a grandparent, parent,...
Getting older doesn’t have to mean slowing down, but it does mean your body handles energy differently than it used to. Many people in their 40s and beyond notice that long days feel heavier, or that recovery after exercise or busy schedules takes more effort. Energy dips are not just about age; they are about...
The term biohacking has been thrown around a lot the last 5-10 years, from it, various gurus have risen. But before all that was Valter Longo. Valter Longo dedicated his career to longevity research and biohacking – following strict dietary regimens, intense medical testing and ingesting a myriad of supplements in the effort to live...
Glyphosate is a herbicide used to kill weeds, particularly those that compete with crops. While it may be highly effective for weed control, its impact on our environment and health has been the source of much debate and study over the years. A recent review analyzed the data of more than 40 studies published over...
