For years, scientists have struggled to explain exactly what happens inside the brain during a psychedelic experience. New research combining hundreds of brain scans now suggests the answer may be more complicated than simply saying psychedelics disrupt normal brain activity. Researchers analyzed more than 500 brain scans from 267 people across 11 independent datasets and …

For millions of people, chronic pain can feel like a signal that never gets the message to stop. Scientists may now have a better idea of what keeps some pain going, after finding a surprising control system deep inside the brain. The discovery came from an experiment that produced almost the opposite result researchers expected. …

Ciara Burnside expected the first moments with her newborn son to be like those of any other new mother. Instead, when baby Ralph was placed on her chest, she immediately noticed something was wrong, and within minutes, medical staff had taken him away for urgent treatment. He wasn’t crying, his hands were bleeding, and patches …

A sugar found in everyday foods has become the focus of an unexpected cancer research finding. Scientists studying ovarian cancer found that fructose may help cancer cells spread after chemotherapy, at least in laboratory models and mice. The finding may sound alarming if you regularly drink sweetened beverages, but there is an important distinction. The …

A mouse that had stopped building nests began doing it again after researchers gave it two injections of an experimental nanoparticle treatment. The same animals also performed better on a memory test, while researchers found more neurons in their brains. The treatment, called Nano-ERASER, is still years away from becoming a human therapy. Yet the …

Thousands of patients with fever, exhaustion, and digestive problems had been tested for known tick-borne infections, yet many were left without a clear explanation for their symptoms. Researchers investigating these unexplained illnesses have now identified a previously undescribed virus that may account for some of those cases. The virus, called Asian longhorned tick nairovirus (ALTNV), …

This recipe for White Bean Dip is delicious appetizer along with quick homemade pita chips makes an awesome addition to any party menu. It’s fast and easy to make, and the subtle savory hint of fresh sage and garlicky flavor will be a huge hit with all of your guests. Easily make it into a …

This 5 min easy Broccoli Slaw Dressing recipe is creamy, tangy and the most delicious way to bring your broccoli slaw to life! Made with just a few simple and healthy ingredients this dressing is also delicious with classic coleslaw, potato salad, drizzled over grilled veggies or used as a base for other salads dressings.  …

You’re going to love this warm and comforting, easy Pork Stew Recipe Stove Top version. It has an amazingly unique blend of tender chunks of pork, sweet potatoes, and a medley of fresh herbs and spices that make a one pot meal the whole family will love! Stove Top Pork and Sweet Potatoes Stew This …

As marijuana becomes increasingly accepted worldwide, its reputation as a harmless way to relax or relieve pain is growing alongside it. Yet, behind the haze of growing popularity, there lies a more complex picture. Recent research suggests that marijuana use, particularly for those over 30, might come with hidden costs that go beyond the high. …

Losing weight is a difficult process that takes time and commitment. How much weight can you lose in a month? 5 lbs? 10 lbs? 20 lbs? With the right strategy, you can reach your weight loss goals! It’s not uncommon for people to want to shed excess body fat quickly. Forget the fad diets. Losing …

Millions of people may be carrying a microscopic parasite that can form cysts inside the brain, often without causing obvious symptoms. Researchers have spent years investigating whether that quiet infection could influence behavior, brain chemistry, and vulnerability to certain psychiatric conditions. The organism is called Toxoplasma gondii, and its life cycle sounds almost like science …