Health

Reading for pleasure – from tucking into classic romantic novels to modern SF ones – is linked to better psychic health, greater empathy and a lower risk of dementia, say researchers. Scientists at the University of Cambridge aimed to highlight the benefits of reading for pleasure at any age as part of the National Year of Reading.…
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From perfume and shampoo to moisturizers and deodorants, modern personal-care products can contain complex mixtures of chemicals designed to make products smell appealing, spread easily or remain stable. Two particularly common categories are synthetic fragrances and propylene glycol. Although neither can accurately be described as…
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Daily Apple Intake Tied to Health Benefits Research associates regular apple consumption with a reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes, according to multiple studies and reviews of existing scientific literature. The proverb “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” is increasingly supported by evidence indicating that the fruit's…
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Castor oil packs are back in rotation after decades out of fashion. Here's what a pack actually is, what the small body of research supports (and what it doesn't), and how to use one safely at home. A grounded look at an old technique through a root-cause, support-don't-manage lens. Castor Oil Packs: An Old-School Detox Technique…
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A new report highlights black garlic as a nutrient-dense food produced by aging raw garlic at a controlled low temperature over several weeks, according to the analysis. The process results in a dark colour, soft texture and a sweeter flavour. The report stated that this transformation significantly alters the garlic's chemical profile,…
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A new review from researchers at Queen's University and the University of Toronto examined available human studies on berry intake and macular degeneration. The review indicates that consuming blueberries and goji berries is consistently associated with a lower risk of the eye disease, a condition that is the leading cause of vision loss…
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Morning Walks and Health: What the Evidence Shows A growing body of evidence suggests that walking in the morning may offer distinct health advantages, according to health researchers and recent reports. As New Year's resolutions often fade by the end of January, with studies showing up to 88% of people abandoning their health goals,…
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A large-scale study using data from the UK Biobank has linked high consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to accelerated biological aging and an increased risk of death. Researchers tracked 172,225 adults for nearly twelve years, relying on detailed daily food logs rather than broad survey estimates. The study published in…
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Adult iron requirements range from 8 to 18 milligrams per day, depending on age and sex, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Officials state that dietary sources can help meet these requirements without reliance on supplements. Standard food composition databases maintained by the U.S. Department…
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Bill Gates range of “plant-based meat” products are contaminated with dangerous levels of carcinogenic fungal toxins, according to the results of a major new study published in Science Daily. Researchers analysed 212 plant-based meat products on British supermarket shelves and found mycotoxins – poisonous substances made by fungi –…
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