A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Columbia University in New York City has found that marijuana users have significantly higher levels of toxic metals in their blood and urine. The study revealed that cannabis smokers who do not use nicotine had 27% more lead in their blood and 21% more lead in their urine …
This week, experts issued a warning about the potential dangers of consuming too much ultra-processed food, which could increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. While many of us may associate this with crisps and chocolate bars, it’s important to note that even foods we perceive as “healthy” can fall into the category of …
Scientists have achieved a remarkable feat by reviving microscopic creatures that were frozen in the Siberian permafrost for 46,000 years. These ancient nematodes, known as roundworms, have the ability to enter a state of suspended animation called anabiosis when faced with unsuitable conditions. The worms were discovered in a frozen squirrel burrow in 2018 and …
The US Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of several eye products due to potential bacterial and fungal contamination. Dr. Berne’s Whole Health Products is voluntarily recalling the following items: MSM 5% Solution Eye Drops, MSM 15% Solution Eye Drops, Castor Oil Eye Drops, and MSM MIST Drops 5% Solution. Although only one …
Ozempic, a breakthrough drug that has helped millions of Americans lose weight, is now showing promise in helping smokers and problem drinkers curb their cravings. Through a variety of trials and anecdotal reports, it has been observed that the active ingredient in Ozempic, semaglutide, has the potential to reduce alcohol and nicotine use in individuals. …
By Emily Joshu, Health Reporter for Dailymail.com Updated: 15:30 BST, 31 August 2023 A woman in Brazil experienced a coma for several days after inhaling the scent of a hot chili pepper. During a cooking session with her boyfriend and family, 25-year-old Thais Medeiros rubbed the pepper on her nose and sniffed it. Soon after, …
Experts have discovered that catching up on missed sleep over the weekend may not be as effective as we once thought. Professor Russell Foster, a prominent sleep and circadian rhythm expert from Oxford University, explains that even sleeping for extra hours on weekends won’t fully restore cognitive abilities or compensate for the sleep debt accumulated …
According to Chantal Vallerand, the executive director of Drug Free Kids Canada (DFKC), many parents underestimate the immediate threat of substance addiction and overdosing to their children. However, recent studies indicate a growing crisis in this area. As students prepare to return to school, where peer influence is high, prevention organizations are urging parents, caregivers, …
Vaping has been identified as a potential threat to male reproductive health, causing lower sperm counts, decreased libido, and testicular shrinkage, according to a recent study conducted on male rats by scientists from Turkey. The researchers examined the impact of exposure to both e-cigarette and traditional cigarette smoke on the sexual health of the rodents, …
By Luke Andrews, Health Reporter For Dailymail.Com Updated: 15:36 BST, 31 August 2023 The ADHD drug Ritalin may offer a solution to America’s cocaine addiction problem, according to a recent study. Researchers at the University of Virginia have found that Ritalin can reduce dependence on cocaine in animals, and are now exploring its potential for …