Several years ago, a team of scientists identified a pathway that caused brain cell death in mice. Today, the same team has discovered two other drugs that can block this pathway and avert neurodegeneration. These drugs caused minor side effects in mice and one of the meds is already licensed […]
Nursing homes are available to elderly and retired seniors who can’t live on their own anymore and they don’t have any family members who can provide them with care. Although nursing homes are common and very necessary, nobody likes it when they have to face the decision of whether or […]
What makes a person a genius?-We all have an image in our heads of what a genius would look like and which are the characteristics of smart and successful people. That image is usually of a focused and creative person beyond the average. They may also have a photographic memory, […]
What is it about Chick-fil-A’s classic chicken sandwiches that makes them so tasty and almost addicting?- Some may argue that it’s because of their crispy coating while others may claim it has to be their yummy sauces. However, the truth is that all of these sandwiches contain one ingredient inside […]
If you’re eager to learn how long you’re going to live, a sniff may help you find out, according to a new study. The study was done with elderly adults and what the researchers discovered was a connection between the inability to identify some scents, like fish or peppermint, and […]
The Tsimane people who live in the Amazon rainforest of Bolivia were found to have the lowest reported levels of cardiovascular disease of any population that’s been tested to date. The diet of this tribe is much different from that of people in the industrialized society. Their calories come from […]
The Coca-Cola company is facing a lawsuit over claims that their Simply Tropical Juice has toxic forever chemicals. The lawsuit claims that the product is deceitful for customers because it’s labeled as an all-natural product, which isn’t the case. The lawsuit claims that third-party tests have found PFAS or forever […]
Have you ever wondered why you are no longer able to sleep in like you did when you were younger?-We do too! There are plenty of jokes about older adults waking up before the sun, there’s no doubt about it. And, it seems that this joke is inspired by a […]
Dollar stores may be convenient because there’s a wide array of products you can buy for a very low price. But, what you may not know is that these dollar store shops often sell items that are toxic and may harm your health and well-being. Once upon a time, dollar […]
Smithfield Corporation is the biggest producer of pork in the US. And, it’s an established name in the world of processed meat products. But, many consumers of their products aren’t unaware that this company was bought by WH Foods in 2013. This is a $22 billion Chinese company that processes […]