Remember the 1994 film Forrest Gump and the iconic quote “My mom always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get”? Well, if you bite into chocolate-covered cherries, you still don’t know what you got. Yes, you got the flavor “cherry cordial” but the middle isn’t simply a...

Heart disease is the first leading cause of death in the United States, and stroke is the fifth. Each year, over 877,000 people die from heart disease, stroke, or other cardiovascular diseases. Many programs focus on researching these conditions and finding ways to prevent them. The most well-known leading risk factors include high blood pressure,...

While potatoes tend to store well, they don’t last forever. In fact, sometimes they can last for one week to a few months. This depends on how they are stored. But you may have found potatoes with sprouts forming from “eyes”.  They are not very appealing but are the potatoes still edible? Here are some...

Surgeries should be stress-free. Of course, the lead-up is often fraught with anxiety and hassle, but once you’re on the operating table, there’s nothing left to do but succumb to the anesthesia and wake up when it’s all over. Except in one or two of every 1,000 medical procedures, the patient wakes up in the...

Heatwaves have been making their way across the globe leaving many of us hot, sweaty, and sticky. Not all of us enjoy the luxury of air-conditioning. So, we have to make do with what we can. The obvious runner-up would be a fan. However, studies have shown that this option might not be the most...

With inflation in full swing, its not surprising to see people trying to pinch their pennies. Recently a UK man decided to test all of his household appliances to see how much his electricity they use on standby. The hope was to reduce his electricity bill. To to do this he bought a electricity power...

Eggs are a staple food. They are nutritious and can be cooked in so many ways. However, they can also cause food poisoning if handled incorrectly. And Salmonella is not a fun time. It can involve symptoms like fever, stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea lasting for four to seven days. This is why many people...

When you go to sleep at night, do you prefer a room that’s toasty warm or one that’s fresh and cool? If you prefer the latter, then you’re in luck. Science says that sleeping in a cold room is beneficial for your health. Fan users beware, however, as this does may not have the same...

Toenail fungus is no fun. It looks gross, feels gross, and is uncomfortable. It will also make you feel self-conscious wearing sandals or going swimming, not to mention as with any infection, can become dangerous if left unattended. What exactly causes nail fungus and how can you get rid of it? This is everything you...

Any member of the LGBTQ+ community will tell you that one of the most challenging things you face is when someone gets your pronouns wrong. For cis-gendered people, this can be hard to understand. We should all try and learn the impact that misgendering someone has on their self-confidence, sense of self, and overall health...

Hannah Betts suffered from harlequin ichthyosis, an incurable genetic condition that causes skin to thicken over her entire body. Despite her hardship, she maintained a positive attitude about the rare condition since birth. She was described as “an inspiration” as she “never stopped smiling”. Sadly, she passed away at age 32 on May 18 after...

When you work in the hospitality industry you end up being part of a special community. Long and late hours often mean you’re spending a lot of your time with your coworkers both at work and when you’re off the clock. Over time, your coworkers can sometimes end up feeling like family. So, when this...