The benefits of animal-assisted health therapy are becoming increasingly well known. Hospital patients welcome therapy dogs to pet and love. They claim it boosts their mood and speeds recovery time. But did you know that dolphins have a built-in healing system that uses ultrasound? They use sound to communicate, navigate in their environment, use sonar, […] Read more
The science or study of physics concerns itself with physical reality. Metaphysics, on the other hand, is the study of that which exists beyond the physical — the spiritual, the supernatural, and the paranormal. Yet there are some who would say that on some quantum level, the distinction blurs. Many believe when the universe is […] Read more
Breathing cold air is almost impossible to avoid during the winter months, but there are known health risks everyone should know about before going outdoors. You know the temperature is low if you can see your breath after you exhale. The water vapor in the moist air you inhaled condenses into a white cloud after […] Read more
The nose knows. What things smell like, that is. But, much like the end of your nose, the ability to detect and identify odors is one that is often overlooked and taken for granted. Yet, think about life without scents – it would be scentless. (Couldn’t resist the wordplay there.) Just how are humans able […] Read more
They are called “Superbugs,” but there is nothing heroic about them, in fact, they could be deadly! According to a recent report by federal health officials, bacteria that are highly resistant to almost all antibiotics are spreading across US hospitals. According to Scientific American, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention set up a countrywide […] Read more
Heart attacks can sneak up on a woman with little or no warning. Knowing the signs associated with female cardiac arrest can save a life – perhaps yours. Heart attacks fall under the broader category of heart disease which is the #1 Killer in America, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Each year, says […] Read more
It’s no secret that exercise improves our physical fitness, but staying in shape can also boost our cognitive abilities as well. Along with reducing the chances of developing heart disease, diabetes or a stroke, exercise can prevent and fight against depression, improve memory, and sharpen our thinking abilities. The term ‘aerobic exercise’ can be defined […] Read more
Men (and women!) all know that testosterone is related to strength and musculature. We also know that as we age, and testosterone levels drop, we become weaker, frailer, and our ability to build muscle tone wains. Is the same true when it comes to mental ability and fortitude? Could the well-familiar “senior moments” and other […] Read more
When we think of a healthy diet, our minds turn to fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and – pork fat?!? Yes, it’s true. Scientists probed more than 1,000 raw foods to reveal their nutritional value and, surprise of surprises, discovered that pork fat – also known as lard – made the Top Ten list! […] Read more
Crazy cat ladies have been confirmed to be a real thing. Well, sort of… We’ve all met people that seem more fascinated with their feline friends than their loved ones – some give up any semblance of domestic cleanliness in exchange for feline company. Have you ever wondered what makes humans so “crazy” about cats? […] Read more
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