What started as a thrilling family adventure to the summit of California’s Mount Whitney quickly turned into a terrifying ordeal. Zane Wachs, a 14-year-old boy with a love for the outdoors, set off with his father in June 2024 to hike the tallest peak in the continental United States. They looked forward to the challenge,...
You may have seen creatine on the shelves of your local pharmacy, typically found in the sports nutrition and supplementation aisle. You might even be aware that it is thought to increase the amount of energy that your muscle cells produce during a workout. However, did you know that it is also considered one of...
Fewer hangovers, clearer skin and better sleep are all the benefits one would expect when quitting alcohol. However, depending on how deep down the bottle you went, quitting alcohol after prolonged heavy drinking may lead to withdrawal symptoms. This happens because alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. Your nervous system adapts by working harder...
In a world where toxins are ever-present, it’s more important than ever to take care of our bodies, especially when it comes to the internal organs that work hard to cleanse and filter out waste. Our liver is a true powerhouse; it’s the second-largest organ in the human body (right after your skin) with over...
Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation (UVBI) or ultraviolet light therapy might sound like something out of an episode of Star Trek. However, it is a treatment with a history that actually spans back a century. Recently, it has begun regaining attention due to its potential ability to treat chronic diseases, infections, and even cardiovascular issues. While there...
Over recent years the supplement industry has exploded into a multi-billion dollar market. From a niche wellness trend to nearly three-quarters of American adults taking dietary supplements regularly, supplement use has skyrocketed. Social media influencers and celebrities on Tik-Tok and other platforms have played a crucial role in popularizing supplements commercially. However, this wellness boom...
While previous studies have revealed the effects of additives on a substance-by-substance basis, none have investigated the effects of these additives combined. However, in a recent study, researchers looked into the potential link between combinations of commonly consumed additives and type 2 diabetes development. For the study, they analyzed the health data of more than...
Collagen and gelatin supplements have gained popularity as natural solutions for improving skin health, joint function, and overall wellness. These protein-rich supplements promise to combat signs of aging and help in other various ways. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and heating collagen will produce gelatin. While they share similarities in benefits,...
In May 2025, the U.S. issued a travel advisory for Switzerland. For most people, this seemed confusing. Switzerland is widely considered one of the safest places on Earth. The advisory tells Americans to “exercise normal precautions” when visiting. Headlines suggesting serious warnings about Switzerland spread across news sites and social media. So what had changed? Switzerland Lives Up to Its Safe Reputation...
Scientists tested bags of pre-washed salad from supermarkets across Europe. In the United Kingdom alone, 16% of the samples contained tiny organisms that can affect the brain. The same parasite appeared in packaged salad bags throughout the rest of Europe, but nowhere at such high rates. Parasites in the European Food Supply The research covered 3,293 ready-to-eat salad bags from supermarkets in 10 European countries....
Most of us have done it. Some of us love it. Others find it awkward or even repulsive. But this intimate behavior remains one of the most puzzling human actions. But why do we kiss in the first place? And what exactly happens in our brains and bodies when we do it? Scientists have been fascinated by these questions for...
After more than a century, the Yurok Tribe has reclaimed over 47,000 acres of ancestral land along California’s Klamath River. Once taken during the Gold Rush, this territory was sold to timber companies, cutting off access to sacred sites. Now, thanks to decades of advocacy and a $56 million deal, the Yurok have restored their...
