What looks like ginger, acts a little bit like turmeric, but actually has been shown to fight cancer like a champ and can even keep your brain healthy? You (probably haven’t) guessed it: galangal. This root, which is part of the ginger family, grows in various parts of Asia and is a staple herb in Thai …
In recent years, a disturbing trend has emerged in the health landscape: more young people are receiving diagnoses of early-onset colorectal cancer. Despite significant advancements in medical research and cancer treatment, this specific age group, surprisingly, faces a growing threat. This rise contrasts sharply with the overall decrease in colorectal cancer rates observed over the …
In the mid-1990s, the world witnessed the dawn of a revolutionary experiment—genetically engineered foods, commonly known as GMOs. This experiment has continued relentlessly, with Bayer’s recent acquisition of Monsanto and its substantial investments in the American GMO division. While this technological leap has yielded enormous profits for scientists and the synthetic pesticide industry, it has …
In recent years, a wave of lawsuits has surged against pharmaceutical giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. Patients across the United States are alleging severe health complications from using GLP-1 agonists, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and other drugs in this class. Initially praised for their effectiveness in managing diabetes and aiding weight loss, these medications are …
Nutella, the popular hazelnut spread, is being removed from supermarket shelves around the world as a result of a report that suggested one of its ingredients, palm oil, is linked with cancer. Already, one of Italy’s larger grocery chain, Coop, has stopped selling the spread, according to the BBC. The European Food Safety Authority report, …
We all want to know the secret for a long life. Man has struggled with this since the beginning of time. Though our life expectancy has increased over the last several decades, especially in the more developed countries, how can we live longer? The World’s Oldest Person At the end of November in 1899, Emma …
You already know that fruits and vegetables are good for you. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 1,762,450 new cancer cases will be diagnosed before the end of 2019. Of that number, approximately 606,880 Americans, nearly 1,662 each day, will die. After heart disease, cancer is still the second-leading cause of death in …
The flavor journey of our food involves various elements, and one quintessential ingredient that enriches this journey is salt. However, the taste adventure doesn’t stop there. Salt isn’t merely a taste-bud tickler, but a labyrinth of options, including pink Himalayan salt, sea salt, Celtic salt, and commonly used table salt. Each variant offers unique elements …
Anxiety is something we all experience from time to time. Whether it’s the nerves before a big work presentation, the awkwardness of meeting new people, or simply trying to fit all our errands into one busy afternoon, those feelings are part of being human. In fact, a bit of anxiety is often our brain’s way …
When you’re in a relationship, emotional availability lays the foundation for mutual understanding and growth. It’s about being there for each other, connecting on a deeper level, and genuinely sharing your lives. But what happens when one partner holds back, not because they want to, but because they’re emotionally unavailable? It’s not always clear-cut, and …
Just like our circulatory system pumps nutrient-rich blood throughout our body, the lymphatic system is a network of vessels with an important job. Branching along all parts of the body, these vessels transport fluid to lymph nodes as they clean up waste in the body. Because their main job is to remove toxins and impurities, …
Petroleum is made up of hydrocarbons, which are extracted from rocks and later refined into fuels, like gasoline and kerosene. Surely, these chemicals wouldn’t be in our foods, right? Unfortunately…they are. What’s worse, they’re a common additive to countless food products marketed and intended for children. The Dangers and Poisons of Petroleum-Rich Foods Petroleum is added …