Hollywood’s historical use of chimp “actors” has distorted public perception of these creatures. Make no mistake, chimpanzees are wild animals that should not be underestimated. Over recent years, “domesticated” chimps have made headlines for attacking humans, or for being abused by their handlers. These cases are so horrifically memorable. It’s easy to forget all of...
When we think about improving our health, we often think we need expensive hard to find foods or loads of supplements. But some of the most beneficial ingredients might already be in your kitchen cabinet. These four items available at almost any grocery store can transform your wellness routine: ginger, lemon, apple cider vinegar, and...
Having a hysterectomy is often recommended for women dealing with certain reproductive health issues. However, a new study suggests that having an early hysterectomy before 50 may increase your chance of developing heart disease. Even for those women who end up taking estrogen afterwards, the risks are not entirely canceled out. Let’s find out more...
Many associate the consumption of LSD with the 1960s counterculture hippie movement. However, it was originally explored for psychiatric use in the 1950s due to its structural similarity to serotonin. LSD was used experimentally for treating various conditions, such as schizophrenia and alcoholism. However, after the counterculture adopted it, it was subsequently classified as a...
The amount of sleep we need seems to change over time. Teenagers always seem tired, no matter how much sleep they have got. When you are in your early twenties, going straight to work after a long night out is no issue at all. However, it’s quite normal to require a good night’s sleep and...
You have most likely heard of Ozempic in the tabloids recently. It appears that many celebrities have been using it to lose weight in the last few years. However, this is not what the drug was designed for, and the FDA has not approved its use for this purpose. It is usually prescribed by a...
As the global population ages, the rise of cardiometabolic multimorbidity has become a global health issue. Researchers define cardiometabolic multimorbidity as when a person has two or more cardiovascular or metabolic diseases at the same time, such as type 2 diabetes, stroke, or coronary heart disease. 2 diabetes, stroke and coronary heart disease. Coronary heart...
Neurologist Dr. Baibing Chen recently described a headache people should never ignore on social media. Known as thunderclap headaches, he warned that these severe headaches could indicate underlying conditions such as an aneurysm or brain tumor. Since brain diseases increase with age, individuals over 50 need to be particularly vigilant. The appearance of symptoms accompanying...
Garlic is a bulbous vegetable known for its robust and strong flavor. It has been used for centuries in culinary practices and in traditional medicine to treat several ailments and diseases. In modern medical applications, it is still extensively researched and used for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Garlic has long been recognized for its...
Caffeine aficionados may be familiar with coffee cherries. These are the fruits of coffee trees that look like ruby red grapes when ripe. Inside them are two bluish-green coffee beans. Once extracted and roasted, the beans are ready to be ground and turned into a morning cup of joe. The fruit is typically discarded, but...
A London-based doctor who goes by “Medifectious” on TikTok has gone viral for sharing a quick and fascinating hand test. This simple test could help identify early signs of a brain tumor or other neurological issues. His video, which has racked up more than 185,000 views, shows how to check for something called dysdiadochokinesia (pronounced dis-dee-ad-oh-ko-ki-nee-zee-ah). It’s...
Once associated with older individuals, rates of stomach cancer rates in young adults have dramatically risen in the last several years. This contrasts with the overall steady decline of stomach cancer rates in the United States over the last two decades. New research has indicated that there is a shift towards earlier detection, which could...
