When the belly feels uncomfortable and full, we call it bloating. Bloating is more common than we think and though it’s unpleasant, there are plenty of methods we can use to relieve this uncomfortable problem. In case the bloating is ongoing and doesn’t go away, it’s best to consult your […]
According to research published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, a team of scientists from the Boston University Schools of Medicine and Public Health created machine learning methods with a specific goal in mind. They claim that these methods identify and characterize chemicals that are disturbing the metabolism. And, they […]
Experts’ opinions on the new treatment for Alzheimer’s in 18 years are varied. Back in June 2021, the FDA approved aducanumab, the first new treatment for Alzheimer’s after 18 years. The medication is now named Aduhelm and it’s made by Biogen. It’s full of controversy and the information is piling […]
According to estimates, approximately 80,550 individuals will be diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma this year only. Unfortunately, more than 20,000 individuals won’t make it, according to data from the American Cancer Society. This cancer is one of the most common types. Though the statistics are alarming, not all news is bad. […]
Tea is praised as one of the healthiest drinks in the world. And, this is the truth. But, not every tea brand out there is good for you. In fact, some tea brands are full of pesticides and fluoride. Flouride enters the tea while the plant is growing. The fluoride […]
The health risks of lead and other toxic metals have been known for some time now (decades), but the efforts to remove them from our foods are still ongoing. To that extent, the FDA released a set of guidelines for the acceptable levels of lead in food often consumed by […]
Hormones are chemical messengers in the body which influence several bodily functions, from our digestion to the sleep-wake cycle. Progesterone is one of the two female sex hormones. The other is estrogen. The main functions are the regulation of menstruation and the support of pregnancy in the female body. Progesterone […]
If you wear eyelash extensions often, do you remember the last time you cleaned them properly? According to some optometrists, there’s a rise in the cases of lash lice or Demodex due to users not realizing how important it is to clean them daily. Believe it or not, some users […]
It’s not uncommon to wake up with numb hands. Plenty of individuals have this sensation at one or another time. Sleeping in some positions which pressure the hand or arm is a common reason for a tingling and numb sensation that goes away after repositioning and waking up. But, this […]
For many people, gallbladder surgery feels like the end of a painful chapter. No more gallstones.No more attacks after fatty meals.No more emergency trips to the hospital. A Cholecystectomy—the surgical removal of the gallbladder—is one of the most common abdominal procedures in the world. Doctors often describe it as “routine,” […]