Credit: PixabayAustralia has a deep affection for dogs, with one of the highest rates of pet ownership globally, and half of all households owning at least one dog.But do they benefit our health?After companionship, mental health is the second-most cited reason for getting a dog. Many dog owners report "feeling healthier" because of their...
Credit: PixabayAccording to a recent study, snacking on a few Brazil nuts daily may benefit gut health. Researchers from the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV) in Brazil examined the effects of Brazil nut consumption in overweight or obese women and found improvements in intestinal permeability (leaky gut, which can allow toxins to enter) and...
Credit: PixabayEach time you peel a banana and toss the skin, you're discarding a delicious and nutritious treat. Recent research suggests that when banana peels are blanched, dried, and processed into flour, they can be used to make baked goods that are just as tasty, if not tastier, than those made with wheat flour.Unless...
Credit: DepositphotosAlzheimer's and Reduced Cancer Risk: Unveiling a Mysterious LinkResearch has revealed that individuals with Alzheimer's disease appear to have a lower risk of developing certain cancers, and a recent study involving rodents may provide insight into this phenomenon.In a study conducted in China, scientists observed that mice exhibiting Alzheimer-like symptoms had a notably...
Credit: DepositphotosWhen your doctor asks you to stick out your tongue and say "aaah," they're not just examining your throat—they're also assessing your tongue, as it can provide important insights into your health.The doctor checks for changes in your tongue’s appearance or movement, which can signal mouth problems or reflect your overall health and...
Bioactive glass laced with toxic metal shows promise in treating bone cancerDepositphotosNew Treatment for Bone Cancer Shows PromiseScientists have revealed a potential new treatment for bone cancer. A bioactive glass infused with a toxic metal was able to kill up to 99% of cancer cells without harming healthy ones, and it could even help...
Credit: PixabayA 70-year-old Alabama man recently passed away in a Florida hospital after a surgeon mistakenly removed his liver instead of his spleen.Such errors, known as "never events" because they should never occur, are unfortunately more common than they should be.Never events include operating on the wrong organ or side of the body, inserting...
A study at Edith Cowan University demonstrated that middle-aged and older Australian adults with elevated blood pressure significantly reduced their blood pressure by consuming four servings daily of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale, compared to root and squash vegetables. This effect is attributed to compounds such as glucosinolates found primarily in cruciferous vegetables,...
Credit: DepositphotosResearchers have found a successful way to encourage people to drink less alcohol: emphasize the heightened cancer risk associated with alcohol consumption and combine this with tracking every drink.In a 2021 study, researchers found that combining messages about "why to reduce" alcohol intake with "how to reduce" it could effectively promote better health....
"I’ve had dozens of virtual visits on my cell phone and this holographic experience doesn’t compare," said one of the Proto unit's first patients at the West Cancer Center's clinic. "It feels just like I am talking with my doctor face-to-face."Proto Inc.In August 2021, LA-based Portl introduced a 7-foot-tall hologram projection box for realistic...
