Advances in technology over the past few decades have reduced the need and desire for people to move. Much of the world’s population sits for long periods throughout the day, whether in front of a computer at work or in front of the television at home. Given that the human body is designed to move,…
Our love affair with coffee means that millions of tonnes of used coffee grounds go to waste every year. Scientists have been working on ways to make use of them, and now we can add another to the list: old coffee grounds have been shown to absorb bentazone, a herbicide used in agriculture. If the…
On leaving home, many people suspect that they did not turn off the oven, while others do not remember where they parked their car. These are incidents of memory loss that many are concerned about. But shouldn’t we be in a hurry to assume the worst? Undoubtedly, if given the chance everyone would choose to…
A study of more than 20,000 adults in the US found that those who followed a type of intermittent fasting, where they ate eight hours a day, had a 91% higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease compared to those who ate 12-16 hours a day. In the preliminary study, researchers reviewed information on dietary…
After a grueling workout, stretching may be the last thing on your mind. You’re tired, sweaty and anxious to get on with your day. But skipping your post-workout stretches could be detrimental to your overall fitness and well-being. Stretching after exercise isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Here’s why. Improves flexibility One of the most…
Cancer is one of the most pressing health issues of our time, affecting millions of lives worldwide. Despite significant advances in medical research and treatment modalities, the burden of cancer continues to grow. Understanding the intricate mechanisms underlying cancer initiation and progression is critical to developing effective prevention strategies and improving patient outcomes. One of…
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