Health

New Study: Pandemic Is an Emotional Rollercoaster for Teenagers

A study by The University of Manchester and Liverpool John Moores University has found that the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown have been an “emotional rollercoaster” for teenagers. These have created many difficult and intense feelings, as well as bringing some positives. Researchers asked young people aged 16-19 to share their lockdown experiences and over 100 ...

Troy Oakes

Depressed girl with her head on her knees.

New At-Home Heart Monitoring Technique Could Reduce Hospital Visits and Save Lives

A simple new heart-monitoring technique has been developed to help people self-monitor their conditions at home without the need for hospital visits. University of Manchester researchers have developed a simple technique that allows people to monitor their own electrocardiogram (ECG) for a potentially life-threatening condition. Previously, people needed to have an ECG in a hospital that ...

Troy Oakes

A heart monitor.

How You Can Lose Weight With a Plant-Based Diet

There are many benefits to eating a plant-based diet, one of the major ones being that you can lose weight. Plant-based diets are becoming increasingly common in Western societies. Some people use the term plant-based to mean a vegan diet. Others might use it to mean a vegetarian diet that includes milk and eggs. People ...

Armin Auctor

Plate with a vegan wrap and salad.

Cancer Center Study Identifies Biomarkers Linked to Prostate Cancer

An international collaborative study led by University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center researcher Lang Wu has identified potential DNA methylation biomarkers related to prostate cancer risk. Published in Nature Communications, the study seeks to improve understanding of the various causes of this cancer. DNA methylation is a mechanism that is known to regulate gene expression to identify biomarkers for ...

Troy Oakes

The word 'cancer' through a magnifying glass.

These Three Treasures Support the Digestive System

If the digestive system is unhealthy, a person will be prone to indigestion, physical fatigue, and dull skin. If the digestive system is healthy, the body will have little illness and the individual will most likely have a good life. Three foods can nourish your digestive system. China’s ‘Three Treasures’ for the digestive system 1. ...

Helen London

Chinese yams.

Corn: The Rice Alternative With Many Health Benefits

From ancient times to the present day, many people, including emperors, generals, and ordinary people, have liked to eat corn. It has a high nutritional value and can help prevent coronary heart disease, obesity, and gallstones. The nutritional value According to historical records, Emperor Zhengde of the Ming Dynasty was hungry when he was away ...

Helen London

Corn on the cob.

Traditional Chinese Medicine: How a Hairdryer Can Keep the Whole Body Fit

Traditional Chinese medicine warms the acupoints with moxibustion to facilitate meridian blood flow to keep one healthy. However, it is difficult for ordinary people to find precise acupoints when applying moxibustion, an operation that is troublesome and difficult to manage for oneself.  However, a hairdryer can be used to heat the acupuncture points, which not ...

Helen London

A hairdryer.

A Tea That Helps Prevent Hair Loss

Hair loss signifies an imbalance in the body and is characterized by five signs you need to be aware of. 5 things hair loss indicates 1. Poor mental health The quick pace in the modern world brings on stress for many people and mental stress and anxiety can easily result in uncontrollable hair loss. Alopecia areata ...

Helen London

Thick hair.

What You Need to Know About Iron Deficiency Anemia

Among the hundreds of types of anemia, the most commonly seen one is iron deficiency anemia. People have always known that iron is important for the human body. In medieval England and France, people used to drink wine that contained dissolved fine iron metal filings in a bid to treat anemia. A person contracts anemia ...

Emma Lu

Red blood cells.

Laughter Heals

Laughter heals. There is a saying: “Laugh once and your worries are gone. Laugh twice and your anger disappears. Laugh three times and your regrets are subdued. Laugh four times and live a healthy life. Laugh five times and feel forever young. Laugh six times and set yourself free. Laugh often and live a long ...

Helen London

A couple laughing.