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 · 4 min read

Avoid These 5 Foods if You Have Kidney Disease and Diabetes

Kidney disease and diabetes are complex health conditions that require meticulous management, especially when it comes to food. The kidneys serve multiple roles for the body, maintaining overall health, taking care of blood filtration, waste elimination, and blood pressure regulation. During all of this, diabetes significantly heightens the your kidney’s vulnerabilities, making it an easy […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

 · 5 min read

Katie Piper Sounds an Urgent Warning About the Hot Water Bottle Flower

Hot water bottles were invented in 1903 by Eduard Penkala. His design featured a hollow rubber bag that could be filled with warm water. Oddly, before it was made of rubber, it was made of copper or brass, which caused numerous injuries and burns. In contrast, Katie Piper shared that rubber hot water bottles are […]

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Freelance Writer

 · 4 min read

Wildlife Enthusiast Lets Black Widow Bite Him on Purpose to Debunk Myths Surrounding the Arachnid

Most people have heard of the dangers of encountering venomous animals in the wild—specifically, snakes and spiders. However, one particular spider, the black widow, may not be as lethal as previously believed. Yet, it’s still a bad idea to encourage them to bite because the effects can be long-lasting. Either way, a YouTube channel popular […]

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Freelance Writer

 · 9 min read

32 Jaw-Dropping Photos Of The Human Body

In the realm of photography, the human body serves as an inexhaustible wellspring of fascination and intrigue. Through the lens of talented photographers, ordinary moments morph into extraordinary spectacles, unveiling the wondrous intricacies of our corporeal existence. These 33 wild photos of the human body encapsulate a mesmerizing array of shapes, textures, and emotions, inviting […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

 · 9 min read

Forty Percent of Dementia Cases Could Possibly be Prevented or Delayed by Targeting 12 Risk Factors Throughout Life

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around fifty million people worldwide have dementia, and about ten million more cases are added every year [1]. This is why preventing dementia is so important. Despite how common it is, dementia is not a part of normal aging, and it has a physical, psychological, social, and economic […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

 · 10 min read

39 Common Medications That Can Have Potentially Detrimental Side Effects

Medications play a vital role in managing various health conditions, alleviating symptoms, and improving overall well-being. However, it’s important to be aware that even commonly used medications can have side effects – good, bad, and ugly. In this article, we will explore some popular medications and their potential side effects, including positive effects, negative effects, […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

How to Tell If An Egg Has Gone Bad

Eggs are a kitchen staple, and they’re found in countless recipes from breakfast to dessert. Making sure your eggs are fresh is paramount for both taste and safety. Despite their sturdy shells, eggs can spoil, and being able to detect spoilage isn’t always easy. In this guide, we’ll give you a handful of different methods […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

 · 2 min read

6 Conditions That Seem Like Dementia — But Actually Aren’t

As we age, there’s always the concern about cognitive decline with dementia and Alzheimer’s being main concerns for many. However, it’s important to recognize that not all cognitive impairments are from irreversible conditions. In fact, there are many treatable conditions that mimic dementia symptoms. Dr. Ardeshir Hashmi, a geriatrician from Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Geriatric […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

 · 5 min read

Alzheimer’s Can Be Transmitted Person to Person

Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by progressive memory loss, cognitive decline, and changes in behavior. While the exact cause of Alzheimer’s is still not fully understood, a recent study has shed light on a potential rare mode of transmission that links Alzheimer’s with certain […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 6 min read

How to love yourself: 10 steps to believing in yourself again

“How to love yourself” is a popular topic among self-help communities. Self-love is touted to strengthen relationships, improve quality of life, and increase feelings of happiness. However, it’s so much easier said than done. There are many habits and personality traits that hold us back, and they are hard to break. On the journey to […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 7 min read

25 Stomach-Churning Food Moments That Will Kill Your Appetite

Food is a basic necessity, and we cannot function without it. We would like it to be appealing, in both taste and appearance. Sometimes, food doesn’t look all that appetizing, but we eat it anyway. You might be pressed for time or just not in the mood to look for anything else. BUT SOMETIMES, we […]

Mayukh Saha

Mayukh Saha

Freelance Writer

 · 3 min read

Dog Owner Claims Her Husky Sniffed Out Her Cancer 3 Times

This article was originally published in December 2019 Any dog owner knows that our pups are good for our health. They force us off our couch to go outside for walks at least once a day, and nothing lifts our spirits more than the unconditional love of our precious pooch. But could it be that […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team