Acupuncture: A Potential Tool for Anxiety Prevention
Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine practice involving the insertion of needles into specific points on the body, has been gaining attention for its potential to help prevent anxiety. While the idea of needles may seem intimidating, acupuncture has been used…
4 Science-Backed Tips for Sticking to New Healthy Habits
Are you one of the 40 percent of Americans who start a new health kick every year, only to see it fizzle out after a few months? Well, there’s hope! According to experts, new healthy habits can work if you…
Investigating Why Vaccines Don’t Work as Well in Older Adults
An important aspect of aging is how the immune system changes over time, which has consequences and contributes to the greater risk for severe infections and other diseases such as cancer in the aging population. Researchers at The Jackson Laboratory…
The Passionate Pursuit of Passion Fruit: A Californian Love Affair
In the heart of Los Angeles, a couple from Brooklyn discovered their Californian identity in the most unexpected way. They were dining at Venice restaurant, Gjelina, when a passion fruit, with its distinctive purple exterior and intoxicatingly sweet aroma, tumbled…
Distinguishing Between COVID-19, Flu, Common Cold, and TB Symptoms
As the world continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial to be able to differentiate between the symptoms of COVID-19, flu, common cold, and tuberculosis (TB). Identifying the underlying cause of a persistent cough can be challenging, as…
Tips for Creating an Exercise Plan You’ll Stick With
Are you looking to get back into exercise or start a new fitness routine? It’s a great decision for your health, but it can also be overwhelming. Motivating yourself to start exercising again after a long break, choosing the right…
Experts Warn Against Using Out-of-Date Medicine
Experts have warned against using out-of-date medicine as research suggests Brits aren’t throwing them away. According to a survey of 2000 people by One Poll, one in three consumers keep medicine past their expiry date because they think it could…
Health Officials Encourage Proactive Measures to Keep Children Healthy
As the new school term begins, parents are being encouraged to take proactive measures to keep their children healthy and prevent the spread of common illnesses. Health officials have outlined five simple steps to safeguard children’s health and well-being, emphasizing…
The Impact of Caffeine on Your Health: What You Need to Know
Do you start your day with a cup of coffee or tea? If so, you’re among the majority of Americans who rely on caffeine to kickstart their mornings. According to the National Coffee Association, 60% of Americans consume coffee daily,…
Re-evaluating ‘Bad’ Carbs for Diabetes Management
Carbohydrates have long been considered a dietary enemy for people with diabetes, but recent research suggests that not all carbs are created equal. In fact, some so-called ‘bad’ carbs may actually offer benefits for managing blood sugar levels. According to…