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Your Doctor's Words Could Make You Sick

Words can make you sick, a phenomenon known as the nocebo effect. This poses an ethical problem for our health system.

time.com

The air fryer is a hoax

The air fryer is just a little oven that blows, and the idea that air frying is a new cooking technique is a myth

qz.com

 

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The internet has turned mental health into a subculture

How many mental illnesses does the internet think you have?

www.vox.com

No, You Don’t Have to Lift Heavier to Get Stronger

Research suggests utilizing a newer—and less intimidating—method to hitting the weights at the gym.

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http://npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/29/1241424775/exercise-timing-circadian-rhythm-morning-evening

How to Survive a Quarter-life Crisis

Anecdotal evidence suggests that quarter-life crises are becoming more common. We speak to the guys who have been through it and the experts who are on hand to help

menshealth.com

 

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Ronda Rousey: Ex-UFC bantamweight champion 'hid concussions and neurological injuries'

Ronda Rousey reveals she hid "concussions and neurological injuries" during her trailblazing run as UFC bantamweight champion.

www.bbc.com

 

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Want To Declutter Your Brain? Cross Something Off Your 'Needle List'

All those small but draining tasks you keep putting off are making you anxious. This life hack can help.

huffpost.com

The Cognitive Neuroscientist Who Helped Unravel the Mysteries of Language

Ursula Bellugi was fixated on how we learn language. Her groundbreaking research on sign language demonstrated the connection between language skills and biology

www.scientificamerican.com

 

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Decades-old Cans of Salmon Reveal Changes in Ocean Health

Researchers used tinned fish to reconstruct parasitic population change, giving new meaning to the phrase “opening a can of worms”

www.scientificamerican.com

IVF Treatment in the U.S. May Be at Risk, Scientists Warn

An Alabama court ruling that human embryos outside the uterus should be regarded as children has raised concerns among doctors and scientists about the future of the fertility treatment in vitro fertilization

www.scientificamerican.com

My Synesthesia Transforms Speech into Text I ‘See’ in My Head

From the time I learned to read, I have experienced a form of mental closed-captioning called ticker-tape synesthesia

www.scientificamerican.com

 

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Vancouver city councillors propose motion to regulate mushroom dispensaries

Two Vancouver city councillors are tabling a motion to regulate medicinal mushroom stores in the city.

bc.ctvnews.ca

 

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Is decaf coffee safe to drink? Experts weigh in on claims by health advocacy groups

For people avoiding caffeine, decaf coffee seems like a harmless option. But some health advocacy groups that argue otherwise are petitioning the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to ban a key chemical involved in the decaffeination process due to cancer concerns.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

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'Like riding a bike': Inside The Rock's return at WrestleMania 40

The Rock will once again step into the ring at WrestleMania 40, but getting ready for it was no easy task.

www.espn.com

 

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BC Nurses’ Union concerned with rise of illicit drugs, weapons inside hospitals | Globalnews.ca

The BC Nurses' Union said illicit drug use and a rise in weapons inside hospitals is becoming a significant safety concern for its members.

globalnews.ca

 

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I Nearly Died Drowning. Here’s What it’s Like to Survive. - Longreads

On coming to terms with a near-death experience.

longreads.com

https://www.axios.com/2024/04/05/total-solar-eclipse-hospitals

 

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The sudden rise of AuDHD: what is behind the rocketing rates of this life-changing diagnosis?

Just over a decade ago, autism and ADHD were thought to be mutually exclusive. But in recent years, all that has changed

www.theguardian.com

The Ability to See the World at a Higher 'Frame Rate' Could Give Some Gamers an Edge - IGN

Some lucky humans are capable of seeing the world at a higher "frame rate" than others, according to the results of a new study, and the authors believe that the trait could even give those people an edge when it comes to competitive gaming and sports.

www.ign.com

A Perfectly Pragmatic, Teeny Kitchen

A food writer, and mini-hoarder, on making it work in a 35-square-foot galley.

www.curbed.com

 

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How to Get Rid of Milia, Those Tiny White Bumps That Appear Around Your Eyes and Cheeks

Ever wondered what’s causing those small white bumps around your eyes? They could be milia, and your moisturizer might be to blame.

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How Fanta Was Created for Nazi Germany

The soda was made from apple fibers and a cheese by-product.

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Bone Broth Can Sustain You at Home and in the Wild. Here’s How to Make it.

Knowing how to cook a simple broth will keep you well-fed and hydrated.

getpocket.com

 

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South Carolina 15-Year-Old Walks Off Soccer Field with a Headache — It Turns Out to Be a Brain Bleed (Exclusive)

Jase McDowell had a headache during a soccer game before becoming ill. Doctors diagnosed him with a brain bleed and he is awaiting surgery to remove a tangle of blood vessels, his mom tells PEOPLE exclusively.

people.com

Ernie Hudson Reveals the Terrifying Moment He 'Almost Died' After Cancer Treatment Complications (Exclusive)

Ernie Hudson was diagnosed with rectal cancer in 2011, 13 years after he was treated for prostate cancer. The 'Ghostbusters' star tells PEOPLE that he 'almost died' due to complications from his rectal cancer treatment.

people.com

Deryck Whibley Celebrates 10 Years Sober After 2014 Hospitalization (Exclusive)

Sum 41's Deryck Whibley discusses his decision to get sober after being hospitalized in 2014 for his alcohol-induced liver and kidney failure. "I just collapsed, and I barely remember much after that," he tells PEOPLE. "I do remember saying, 'I've got to go to the hospital. Something's wrong...

people.com

 

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Gypsy Rose Blanchard reveals she is set to undergo PLASTIC SURGERY

Gypsy Rose Blanchard has revealed she is switching up her look and going under the knife for a nose job after she dumped her husband, Ryan Scott Anderson, and reunited with Ken Urker.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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Woman, 28, Opts for Euthanasia Rather Than Living with Mental Illness: 'I’m a Little Afraid of Dying'

A 28-year-old woman in the Netherlands has opted to end her life with euthanasia instead of living with mental illness.

people.com

Twitch Streamer Ninja Reveals He's Officially Cancer-Free: 'Thank You for All the Prayers'

Richard Tyler Blevins, known to his loyal fans on Twitch and YouTube as Ninja, revealed he's officially cancer-free.

people.com

Little League Player, 6, Goes into Cardiac Arrest After Being Hit by a Baseball — and Mom's CPR Saves His Life

Oscar Stuebe was hit in the chest by a fly ball, but his mom “went into nurse mode” and saved his life with CPR.

people.com

 

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Vegetables Are Losing Their Nutrients. Can the Decline Be Reversed?

A process called biofortification puts nutrients directly into seeds and could reduce global hunger, but it’s not a magic bullet.

getpocket.com

 

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The Best Fitness Watches for Runners

These are the best fitness trackers for runners, including the best Garmin, the best budget Garmin, and the underdog favorite you’ve probably never heard of.

lifehacker.com

 

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http://theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/03/biden-winning-health-care-trump/677912

The seven types of rest everyone needs (and how to actually get them)

If you never seem to feel fully rested – even while getting enough sleep – an expert explains why, and how to fix it

inews.co.uk

Is It Safe to Eat Eggs and Chicken During the Bird Flu Outbreak?

Experts say the risk is low, but taking these precautions is a good idea.

time.com

Heart Rate Zones Don't Perfectly Measure Exercise, But It's Good to Get Heart Rate Up

Regardless of the intensity of exercise you prefer, keeping a consistent routine can keep your heart healthy.

www.discovermagazine.com

Magnesium Levels Change as we Age, but Supplements can Help

Some studies found that taking a magnesium supplement could slow aging and combat age-related illnesses.

www.discovermagazine.com

 

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A Century After The EEG Was Discovered, It Remains A Crucial Tool For Understanding The Brain

How will AI impact the EEG?

www.discovermagazine.com

The Best Fitness Trackers for Sleep and Recovery

When it comes to choosing a fitness tracker or smartwatch to track your sleep, the Oura ring and Whoop band dominate, but I have a favorite smartwatch to throw in the ring as well.

lifehacker.com

Fitness - Tips, Tricks and Hacks for Doing Everything Better | Lifehacker

The place to learn about everything fitness, from lifting and cardio to how much exercise you actually need to stay healthy.

lifehacker.com

 

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Nurse's Anxiety-Fighting Side Hustle Makes Her a Millionaire | Entrepreneur

Sarah Michelle Boes was just 25 when she passed her nurse practitioner's exam and started a side hustle to help others do the same. Read more about her journey.

www.entrepreneur.com

An Apron Side Hustle Turned Into a Multimillion-Dollar Brand | Entrepreneur

Ellen Bennett started apron brand Hedley & Bennett in 2012. In the years since, it's gone from side hustle to eight-figure brand loved by chefs and home cooks.

www.entrepreneur.com

Side Hustle | Entrepreneur

These days, it feels like everyone has some sort of side hustle job. From side hustle ideas to how to start your own, learn how you can get in on the action.

www.entrepreneur.com

 

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Trader Joe's Accused of Ripping Off Smaller Food Brands | Entrepreneur

A new investigation by food publisher Taste accuses Trader Joe's of copying recipes and packaging from smaller food brands and using it for its own private label.

www.entrepreneur.com

 

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Why 18-year-old Canadian Emily Nash is sharing her unique brain with science

CTV W5 puts the spotlight on 18-year-old Emily Nash, who appears to be the first Canadian, and among the youngest people in the world, to have a rare but extraordinary super memory.

www.ctvnews.ca

The incredible memory of Emily Nash

W5 sits down with 18-year-old Emily Nash to discuss how she's able to recall information in a split second with incredible accuracy.

winnipeg.ctvnews.ca

Canadian, 18, to help unlock secrets of her rare ‘super-memory’

Scientists hope that research into people with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory could help Alzheimer’s patients

www.thetimes.co.uk

 

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The Death of the Vegetarian

Vegetarians outnumber vegans by almost two million in the UK, but they’re in danger of being cancelled by a plant-based takeover of the nation’s menus.

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The Great Millennial Blood Pressure Problem

Why it’s climbing faster in young people.

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Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe

Say goodbye to the drive-thru—make this iconic fast-food meal right at home with our copycat recipe.

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Grilled Lobster Tail Brings The Fancy Seafood Restaurant To You

Plus, it only takes 25 minutes!

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Instant Pot Beef Stew Is Comfort Without The Wait

Instant fans: this one is for you.

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Texas Mom and Daughter Arrested for Allegedly Performing Illegal Butt Injections

Consuelo Dal Bo, 56, and her daughter Isabella Dal Bo, 18, were arrested in an undercover sting operation on April 3. They both face charges related to allegedly performing illegal butt injections.

people.com

Father Diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer Says Final Goodbye to Loved Ones: ‘It’s Gonna Be OK’

A woman shared a video on TikTok full of goodbyes messages that her husband gave to his loved ones, including their three kids, from his hospital bed days before dying from Stage 4 cancer.

people.com

 

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Genetic secrets from 4,000-year-old teeth illuminate the impact of changing human diets over the centuries

Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have recovered remarkably preserved microbiomes from two teeth dating back 4,000 years, found in an Irish limestone cave. Genetic analyses of these microbiomes reveal major changes in the oral microenvironment from the Bronze Age to today. The teeth both...

phys.org

The Limits of Ancestry DNA Tests, Explained

23andMe wants to sell you vacations based on your DNA. But what are they really basing that on?

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