Like it or not, vaping has become wildly popular. For many folks, the newest method of nicotine delivery has replaced more traditional habits like smoking […]
‘I predict your words’: That is how we understand what others say to us
We are at a fun but noisy party: how can we understand the words someone is saying to us despite the background music and voices? […]
Where you die can affect your chance of being an organ donor
If Roland Henry had died in a different part of the country, his organs might have been recovered. And lives could have been saved. But […]
Don't throw away egg shells, eat them to boost your bones
Try eating the food scraps you’d normally bin: Boost your bones by eating eggshells, or have watermelon pips to make your muscles bigger According to […]
How to Be a Good Parent to Your LGBTQ Child
Happy National Coming Out Day! So, your kid came out to you as LGBTQ, whether today or earlier — congrats! Or, okay, maybe they haven’t […]
Yes, You Need to Talk About College With Your High School Freshman
Yes, we know, your kid just started high school. And yes, we still want you to bring up college — now. Get that awkward conversation […]
Losing your job can be a real heart breaker
(HealthDay)—Money may not buy happiness, but a bigger paycheck is good for your heart. And new research suggests the reverse is also true: When income […]
Everything You Need in Your Baby’s First Aid Kit & Why
You would think that by the time I had my third kid I’d know all the baby products I really needed. Right? I mean, as […]
Meat alternatives have gone mainstream, but how can they fit in your diet?
By almost any measure, meat alternatives are rapidly gaining in popularity. The explosion of innovation in plant-based meat alternatives is evident along grocery store aisles […]
Greek Baby Names for Boys Girls Your Yia-Yia Will Approve Of
You’ve got to love Greece. With its gorgeous seaside, temperate climate and delicious cuisine, it’s wonder the country is a favorite travel destination for celebrities […]
Here’s how often you should vacuum your carpets
Picking up a vacuum (and using it) is a normal part of your cleaning routine, but how often should you actually vacuum your carpets? While […]
Your brain has ‘landmarks’ that drive neural traffic and help you make hard decisions
Brain regions exchange information by sending and receiving signals through a network of nerve connections. This exchange is crucial to all aspects of the brain’s […]
How cancer breaks down your muscles
A solid tumor can cause muscle cells in the body to self-destruct. Many cancer patients die from the consequences. Now researchers are discovering more about […]
A rough childhood could stunt your brain’s growth
U.S. researchers say kids who have had adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), such as abuse or neglect, during their preschool years, can have stunted growth of […]