Get up and smell the coffee. Well, this adage may mean different things to different people. While it literally may mean facing the harsh reality, smelling the coffee can stir happy memories. Weird but true, certain smells or aromas can make you feel happy and snap out of a bad mood. At the same time, it may be the smell of coffee and cinnamon for some. For others, it may be the aroma of...
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There is no denying the importance of good posture and a straight spine. It ensures a healthy spine which greatly impacts your overall health too. Here are some of the easiest and most basic stretches and exercises for improving your posture: Perform a Wall Stretch This stretch helps stretch your chest and can tighten your upper back muscles. To perform this exercise, stand up against a wall corner. Your heels should be close to the...
In a groundbreaking development, recent studies published in the prestigious journal Nature have unveiled the remarkable potential of high-performance brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to decode brain signals, effectively restoring the ability to speak for individuals who had tragically lost this fundamental means of communication. These revolutionary advances are not only awe-inspiring but also offer a ray of hope to countless people facing the challenges of paralysis due to various conditions, such as brainstem strokes and neurodegenerative...
Wendy Williams is back in the headlines after a New York court decided to keep her under guardianship, following a fresh diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and aphasia. This news hits hard for fans who have followed the former daytime TV star’s long and very public health journey. The decision comes after doctors ran a full battery of medical and psychological tests, including brain scans. These new results confirmed the original diagnosis from 2023, giving...
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. The said virus causes AIDs, which is an abbreviation of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. AIDs weakens the immune system of its host, and they become home to a number of skin, lung and spinal diseases which slowly deteriorate overall health. A simple theory which looks at how HIV spread from monkeys to humans is called the Hunter Theory, or the ‘BushMeat Theory ‘. According to the Hunter Theory, the virus...
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world and is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Thanks to the evolution of modern health sciences, millions of cancer patients successfully beat the disease, but there are millions more who have lower fewerchances of survival due to a late diagnosis. This is where Galleri comes in. Galleri is an early cancer-detection blood test, manufactured by the parent company GRAIL. GRAIL...
Before we dive into the best gut health drinks, let's talk about what gut health really means. Your gut, or gastrointestinal tract, is home to trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that play a crucial role in your digestion, immunity, and even mental health. When the balance of these microorganisms is disrupted, it can lead to issues like bloating, constipation, and even more serious conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease...
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints of the body. It can affect people of all ages, from children to seniors, and can be both chronic and acute. The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Thus, Osteoarthritis typically affects the joint surfaces between bones, while rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the lining tissue of a joint. Diagnosis & Treatment of Arthritis In order...
The ‘Curb Cut Effect’ is when an invention or device designed for people with disabilities ends up benefiting the masses. It is indeed a win-win situation for everyone when both the vulnerable groups and the general public enjoy the perks of the new invention. As per the World Bank, around one-fifth of the total world population lives with some form of disability. In order to adapt to how the world works, these differently-abled people require...
Get up and smell the coffee. Well, this adage may mean different things to different people. While it literally may mean facing the harsh reality, smelling the coffee can stir happy memories. Weird but true, certain smells or aromas can make you feel happy and snap out of a bad mood. At the same time, it may be the smell of coffee and cinnamon for some. For others, it may be the aroma of...
There is no denying the importance of good posture and a straight spine. It ensures a healthy spine which greatly impacts your overall health too. Here are some of the easiest and most basic stretches and exercises for improving your posture: Perform a Wall Stretch This stretch helps stretch your chest and can tighten your upper back muscles. To perform this exercise, stand up against a wall corner. Your heels should be close to the...
In a groundbreaking development, recent studies published in the prestigious journal Nature have unveiled the remarkable potential of high-performance brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to decode brain signals, effectively restoring the ability to speak for individuals who had tragically lost this fundamental means of communication. These revolutionary advances are not only awe-inspiring but also offer a ray of hope to countless people facing the challenges of paralysis due to various conditions, such as brainstem strokes and neurodegenerative...
Wendy Williams is back in the headlines after a New York court decided to keep her under guardianship, following a fresh diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and aphasia. This news hits hard for fans who have followed the former daytime TV star’s long and very public health journey. The decision comes after doctors ran a full battery of medical and psychological tests, including brain scans. These new results confirmed the original diagnosis from 2023, giving...
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. The said virus causes AIDs, which is an abbreviation of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. AIDs weakens the immune system of its host, and they become home to a number of skin, lung and spinal diseases which slowly deteriorate overall health. A simple theory which looks at how HIV spread from monkeys to humans is called the Hunter Theory, or the ‘BushMeat Theory ‘. According to the Hunter Theory, the virus...
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world and is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Thanks to the evolution of modern health sciences, millions of cancer patients successfully beat the disease, but there are millions more who have lower fewerchances of survival due to a late diagnosis. This is where Galleri comes in. Galleri is an early cancer-detection blood test, manufactured by the parent company GRAIL. GRAIL...
Before we dive into the best gut health drinks, let's talk about what gut health really means. Your gut, or gastrointestinal tract, is home to trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that play a crucial role in your digestion, immunity, and even mental health. When the balance of these microorganisms is disrupted, it can lead to issues like bloating, constipation, and even more serious conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease...
Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints of the body. It can affect people of all ages, from children to seniors, and can be both chronic and acute. The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Thus, Osteoarthritis typically affects the joint surfaces between bones, while rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the lining tissue of a joint. Diagnosis & Treatment of Arthritis In order...
The ‘Curb Cut Effect’ is when an invention or device designed for people with disabilities ends up benefiting the masses. It is indeed a win-win situation for everyone when both the vulnerable groups and the general public enjoy the perks of the new invention. As per the World Bank, around one-fifth of the total world population lives with some form of disability. In order to adapt to how the world works, these differently-abled people require...
