Researchers have been wondering if contracting respiratory illnesses like the common cold can lead to a person developing a chronic lung disease. Macrophages play a role In a study from Washington University, St. Louis, found that immune cells that are sent to the lungs to fight infection can accumulate and cause inflammatory problems. Eventually, this […]
If you have had a heart attack and worry about sexual activity triggering another, you may be able to cast those troubles aside. A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology revealed that sexual activity is not a risk factor for further cardiac arrests. The study reviewed 536 people with heart […]
Some of the things we do for beauty and personal grooming may seem extreme, but looking back in history, it’s amazing humanity has survived as long as it has. From the many uses of animal parts and waste, to mercury ointments for disease, history is littered with hygiene habits and remedies that may just make […]
We love our gym memberships, our yoga, CrossFit, treadmills, even marathons. But now and then we look for an excuse to not exercise. If you, like many of us, would like a reason to not exercise from time to time, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of six serious, and […]
A recent study published in Preventive Medicine (2015) found that men and seniors sleep better when they have access to nature. The study surveyed over 255,000 adults across the United States and found that participants who had access to nature slept badly fewer than seven nights per month. Those who had less access to nature […]
And now for the latest in gross news: New research suggests that we’re surrounded by a cloud of invisible microbes and fart bacteria. As unique as our fingerprints, these clouds of bio-residue may actually help researchers understand contagious diseases better. We spread bacteria three ways: by direct contact with surfaces indoors; through airborne emissions via […]
