More of Today’s ArticlesMore than 100 people have become sick by smoking synthetic marijuana contaminated with rat poison
An article in LiveSciencereports that more than 100 people in five states have ended up in the hospital or even losing their lives after smoking synthetic marijuana. Experts believe the drug is …
Researchers explain “opportunity food loss” to prevent food wastage – our food choices have resulted in tons of food wasted every day
Food waste is a serious problem all around the world. On average, at least a third of all food production is either lost in the supply chain or spoiled – this makes it one of the leading causes …
Scientists believe the Earth had water before we had the moon, according to surprising new study
Before the moon, there was water on Earth. Thiswas the conclusion a group of scientists arrived upon after they studied lunar rocks from all six of the Apollo missions and investigated volcanic …
Better cancer diagnostic tests in sight as scientists discover a previously unknown organ in our body
For decades, scientists have thought that they had discovered all of the human body’sorgans and focused their research on them. But a new study by New York University (NYU) pathologists …
Eat more broccoli and Brussels sprouts for a healthier heart
Eating more cruciferous vegetables, especially broccoli and Brussels sprouts, makes the heart healthier, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. The study …
Which fruits are safe to eat if you’re diabetic?
It’s common knowledge that fruits (and vegetables) promote overall health. However, for certain people, such as those with Type 2 diabetes, some of thesefoods may aggravate their condition. …
If our economy collapsed today, could we handle food rationing? Experts say no
Could Americans survive a disaster? Experts say that even food rationing efforts, similar to those of World War I & II, would be colossal failures in today’s world. During those times, …
Exploring the dark side of the internet: How social media can make us do things that we wouldn’t normally do
A study from Michigan State University explored the dark side of the internet and showed how social media can make people do things they wouldn’t normally do. The study, published in Present …
Researchers create memory prosthesis that can boost recall in humans by around 40 percent
The human brain holds many mysteries, among which are the specifics of how exactly memories work. There are a lot of different theories as to how the brain operates as far as memory as a function …
Drink cranberry juice to decrease your risk of UTI by half
Cranberries aren’t just used for salads and baked goods. A study published in theAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition has indicated that drinking cranberry juice regularly could reduce …
Experts warn that the amount of drugs flushed into our rivers and lakes will increase 65% by 2050
There is no doubt that pharmaceutical drug use is on the increase globally. In addition to the detrimental effects the use of such drugs have on our health, their distribution also causes …
Do you know why our eyesight is sharpest at dawn and dusk?
If you’ve ever been up at the crack of dawn or still outside when dusk falls, you may have noticed your sight is sharper than usual. A German study says this is because your brain changes …
Here’s why you should also look at the quality of air indoors
Around the globe, measures are being taken to reduce air pollution. But are we forgetting that our homes can also harbor pollutants? In this information age, society and business are dependent on … |
