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 […]
Sitting for lunch and spotting something unusual in your food is never pleasant. And, this may include sushi consumers spotting worms in their sushi. Yikes, right? The chances of this happening today seem to be high. This is due to an increase in worms from Anisakis species that are infecting […]
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. […]
It’s good to know that you can quickly alleviate first-degree and second-degree burns (smaller than three inches in diameter) at home using the right remedies. These cures can relieve pain and discomfort by reducing inflammation and speeding up the process of healing. Having burns is always painful and they often […]
A lot of people struggle with headaches. This condition can affect any age and both men and women. Although we all have the occasional headache, for some people, headaches are a common struggle. Actually, statistics notes that approximately 40 percent of people on the planet experience tension headaches while 10 […]
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 […]
A lot of you will agree: there’s nothing better than satisfying your cravings for sweets with a tasty sweet treat, especially after a long day. However, a lot of us are unable to keep doing this, particularly if we’re trying to become more cautious about our intake of sugar or […]
When thinking about sandwiches you probably assume that they can’t be that unhealthy, right? Even the ones sold by massive fast-food chains. In theory, they should at least be healthier than the other food options, like burgers, pizzas, or deep-fried food. While that can be the case, it’s also a […]