50 Shades of Grateful
I’m a man. That much can be determined simply by my birth-doctor’s admissions and the fact that my family thought it was weird that I didn’t have a girlfriend until college (I was a late bloomer). So when I was asked to write about 50 Shades of Grey, I thought, “What will I write?” “Who exactly is reading this...
The Dark Side of Organ Transplants
We’ve all seen those horror or science fiction films that depict a seedy underworld where organs are illegally harvested, then bought and sold on the black market. The stories are almost always full of corrupt, evil doctors taking advantage of poor people by stealing their organs or buying them at a low price, and then selling them to crooked,...
5 Ways your Allergies are Making You Fat
Allergy season is in full swing this year, and with a vengeance. With pollen levels reaching new highs, your allergies may have felt worse compared to recent years. If that's the case, make sure you hit the gym a few extra times because guess what? Aside from all the other factors you have to consider when fitting into your...
A Vegan Prison: Reducing Aggression and Fostering Better Inmates
We’ve talked about prisons who give their inmates meals consisting almost entirely of soy solely for the purpose of saving money, despite the overwhelming evidence showing that excessive soy intake is dangerous for the human body. What if the opposite took place and prisons developed an extraordinary vegan diet for their inmates in hopes of improving their lives and...
5 Most Unusual Side Effects of Drugs
You can’t help but laugh when it’s time for prescription drug commercials to list some of the side effects and symptoms. They always set the tone with serene, beautiful music while showing families laughing, playing and relaxing in gorgeous landscapes . . . all while a soothing voice begins to list off completely horrible symptoms like “diarrhea, vomiting, severe...
5 Natural Cures for the Summertime Blues
It’s summer! Most people take time during this season to participate in fun activities such as days at the beach, backyard BBQs, and outdoor concerts. But not everyone has that same experience. In fact, you may find yourself sleeping way too much, having no energy, and feeling down. So, what’s the deal? Well, you may be suffering from a case...
Top 5 Dangers of Setting Off Your Own Fireworks
With Independence Day right around the corner, you might be thinking picnics, parades, and fireworks shows. There’s one of those three that stands out when it comes to the danger factor, and it’s not either of the two that start with the letter “P.” Fireworks can be a lot of fun to watch, but try to set them off yourself...
Magnets and Kids: Not an Attractive Pairing
It’s always great when science and learning can be combined with imagination and enjoyment. But for one such experiment-turned-toy, the hazards can be fatal. These shiny magnetic balls, that have been steadily rising in popularity, can be fashioned into endless shapes and patterns . . . providing your children with hours of fun. And all parents know how important HOURS...
Why You Sweat (And Why It’s Important)
To many, sweating might be a total (or at least partial) mystery. You might have heard that sweating is your body’s way of cooling off . . . but then why does it feel like the more you sweat, the hotter you get? In general, sweat is a sticky subject because there are so many misconceptions, myths, and old...
When Tragedy Strikes: The Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Imagine this: you’ve been blessed with a beautiful new baby. You obviously love and cherish the new addition to your family sphere. Perhaps you feel you’ve been blessed with the one thing that will bring you joy and happiness for the rest of your life. And then, in an instant, it’s all gone. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, better known as crib...
