With the coronavirus outbreak, the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) suggests strengthening our immune system to fight off infections. One of the best ways to do this is through regular exercise, regardless of your age. Regular exercise allows the immune cells to perform at their best, reduce stress, increase blood flow, and…
Curious about the medical breakthroughs that will transform patient care in the next few years? So were a panel of almost 100 researchers and clinicians at the Cleveland Clinic. The panel reviewed over 150 medical innovations in order to come up with the top selections for 2020. Each nominated technology was evaluated against specific…
You probably don’t remember when you first learned that pet ownership was a thing, but let’s attempt to recapture the magic of that moment. In front of you is a small creature (or maybe a large one) with scales or feathers or fur that does absolutely nothing but just kinda… be there. And you’re told…
To the disappointment of tea drinkers and soda enthusiasts everywhere, today we’re discussing one of the most profitable and versatile caffeinated beverages on the planet. Take a minute to breathe it in– the rich, earthy scent of beans, the silky smoothness of fresh cream, the tangy bitterness of espresso. That’s right folks, today we’re talking…
Let’s start off with some friendly banter: how are you feeling today? A little jazzed from that coffee you drank? A little motivated? A little lonely? Maybe a little bit of everything? Scientists continue to find that our emotions play a much larger role in our physical wellness than we ever thought. Brain function,…
The year is 2008. Blackberries are still relevant forms of communication, Beyoncé is urging men everywhere to “put a ring on it”, and America’s obesity rate is clocking in at 25.5%. Recognizing the danger, a team of Harvard scientists devises a study that explores how much our genetics influence our BMI. They round up…
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the world found themselves in a race against time. Measures like travel and border restrictions, stay-at-home orders, and business closures were enacted to slow down the spread of the virus. Stringent measures such as social distancing and requiring citizens to wear masks added another layer of…
Last February 16 to 21, the Ocean Sciences Meeting (OSM) 2020 was held in San Diego, California. It featured entire sessions of various researchers, mostly oceanographers. The main purpose of this gathering is to share the results of recent studies made on the biggest body of water and the various issues surrounding it at…
How Climate Change Is Affecting Our World Today Climate Change is a reality that is affecting the world in many ways that mankind did not expect. Acting on it is extremely important to minimize its effects. More and more people are getting concerned over this fact, as reported by National Geographic last 2019. …
Science has long supported the fact that the natural act of breastfeeding is good for babies. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends breastfeeding from the first hour of life. It should be the only feeding method for a baby for up to the first 6 months. It has been linked to many benefits to…