Are you giving yourself a heart attack? Although it might seem like circumstances that are out of your hands are the biggest factors in sudden heart attacks, in fact, it is possible to trigger your own heart attack with a number of poor decisions you make every day. What’s most important is that you know...

Grapes, grapes, the magical fruit, the more you drink, the more you, well, improve your life and overall health, researchers say! See the list below to find out how your favorite vino can do more than just pair greatly with your dinner. Here are 14 health benefits of wine! 1. Reduces Vascular Risk Research[1] shows that...

Beets are one of those polarizing vegetables that you either love or you hate. For some they’re like “earth candy”, and add a beautiful pop of color to a dish; others claim that they would rather eat dirt (“after all, it would taste the same!”). Whether you enjoy eating them or not, chances are you’ve...

When you think of living long into old age, which age do you imagine? Most of us probably consider old age living well into our 80s or maybe even our 90s. Few of us, however, imagine making it to a century, and especially not more than a decade past that. Emma Morano, however, lived almost...

Did your grandmother ever say to stay away from the sink or tub during a thunderstorm? Apparently, she wasn’t kidding or being old-school. She actually knew what she was talking about. Metallic pipes, tubs, kitchen sinks, faucets, and tap water are all conductors of electricity. While pure water may ordinarily be a poor conductor, the...

In mid-September, an entrancing video started circulating the internet and has very quickly gained everyone’s interest. Why would a video of some woman singing to cows be so intriguing, you might ask? Watch the video below and you will see exactly why… Jonna Jinton, a 28-year-old artist, photographer, and blogger, used to live in Gothenburg,...

Lauren Hoeve, a 28-year-old woman from the Netherlands battling Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), recently passed away through assisted suicide. Lauren’s journey began in 2019 when she was diagnosed with ME, a debilitating condition also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. This marked the start of her physical and emotional struggle, as she faced post-exertional malaise, extreme nausea,...

We likely all know the dangers of eating undercooked pork and poultry – it can make you incredibly sick. The danger, however, is far greater than just that. The tragic story of an 18-year-old who lost his life due to tapeworm eggs found in his brain has shocked the medical community and raised concerns about...

A 21-year-old man from Paisley in Renfrewshire, Scotland, tragically lost his life just days after initially attributing his backache to a need for a new bed. Gerald Green’s health rapidly deteriorated, but he concealed his symptoms from his parents, Paula and Gerry, until he began coughing up blood. On January 19, Gerald’s mother took him...

Sleep, while one of the most blissful and relaxing things we do to survive, is also one of the most essential. When we close our eyes for those few hours each night, we give our body the chance to recharge after all the previous day’s stresses. Millions of processes go on while you sleep, helping...

A well-balanced and nutritious diet has many benefits. On the other hand, a diet lacking in nutrients may cause a variety of unpleasant symptoms. These symptoms are your body’s way of communicating potential vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Recognizing them can help you adjust your diet accordingly. Read: 7 symptoms of B12 deficiency that you should...

High blood pressure and hypertension is far too prevalent in the United States. Nearly half of all American adults have hypertension. Of those people, only one in four have theirs under control. Though it is important to follow your doctor’s instructions if you have high blood pressure, there are foods you can use to help...