Our teeth are our “business cards”. They can reveal much about our social status, hygiene, and health. A pearly white smile is often associated with wealth, care, and health. Our teeth can also tell a lot about our gender, personality, age, etc. Sometimes, our teeth can also reveal some of […]
Mold may be influencing your health without you even knowing. And, though detoxing from mold may be the last thing on your mind right now, it’s definitely more than necessary. Mold toxicity can mimic many other conditions and, therefore, goes undiagnosed and mistreated in various cases. Exposure to mold causes […]
This team of scientists developed magnetically-directed microscopic projectiles that can be injected into the blood of patients and fight against cancer. The team from Sheffield University bases the finding on two crucial medical fields. First, there are viruses that attack tumors. Second, there are soil bacteria that produce magnets that […]
Healthy and functioning pancreas and liver are pivotal for a healthy digestive system. These organs play a vital role in the synthesis of digestive enzymes and fats. But, our fast way of living, the excessive intake of processed foods, insufficient physical activity, etc. are contributing to the poorer functioning of […]
Artemisinin is a chemical compound from a traditional Chinese herb, Artemisia annua. Commonly known as sweet wormwood, this plant is claimed to offer certain benefits for the treatment of cancer. Research points out that artemisinin may be potent enough to impede tumor growth and metastasis. But, this is research done […]
Wine tasting seems to be more engaging for the brain than any other human behavior. Or, at least this is what findings of a US neuroscientist indicate. Yale neuroscientist, Gordon Shepherd, notes that from the first view of a wine bottle to its manipulation in the mouth and then the […]
Detoxes and cleanses have become one of the most popular wellness options in the last decade. A lot of them are inspired by traditional practices in both alternative and complementary medicine. Whether it’s cleansing the skin or the gut, there’s an idea that periodical detoxification of the body using healthy […]
Kratom or Mitragyna speciosa is a tree from Southeast Asia. In recent years, it’s gained a lot of popularity in the West, with some proponents claiming that its leaves have amazing healing properties. Though the science on its promoted benefits is low, some evidence seems to be supportive of such […]
In tropical parts of the planet, consuming guava tea is a daily ritual. And, this comes as no surprise considering the abundance of nutrients and deliciousness that this tea has to offer. Guava leaves, the young ones, are brewed to prepare this nutrient-rich and yummy tea. Although it’s most popular […]
Sprouted grain bread is bread made from whole grains that have started sprouting or germinating. These grains are actually seeds. With adequate warmth and moisture, these seeds from whole grains will start to sprout into a plant. Sprouting has several benefits in terms of nutrition when compared to the bread […]
