Do we consume too much Arsenic in our food
Should we be worried? Were we not protected by federal regulations? No, we’re not. As in many other countries, in…
Category: Food and Drinks
Cannabis legalization celebrates first anniversary in Canada
Health Canada data shows that July’s legal recreational and medical sales totaled 11,387 kilograms (dry cannabis) and 9,854 liquid litres (cannabis…
What is Cytomegalovirus? Why should pregnant women be aware of it
The Cytomegalovirus is a virus that can be transmitted by body fluids such as urine or saliva. CMV will not cause…
Why AFL Grand final is Australia’s most successful event
The Melbourne Cricket Ground will be packed with AFL fans on Saturday when the Sydney Swans play Hawthorn. The AFL…
A minor day in an ancient calendar full of festivals
People lived according to the ceremonial or liturgical year in medieval times. Many festivals in the religious calendar tracked seasonal…
What are we willing to sacrifice to remain online
When your alarm clock rings, it is time to get up and start the day. What is the first thing…
The ancient Greeks have a lot to teach us today about medicine
Since then, our understanding of how the body works and how it should be treated has changed in ways that…
Being intubated can last long after the breathing emergency
Intubation is the term used by frontline health workers as well as experts to describe the additional breathing support that…
How to use food to improve heart health
Diet — not just short-term diets but also the food and beverages you consume — can have a significant impact…
Sweet drinks don’t satisfy thirst, but they do contain calories
Sugary drinks, while popular, are almost completely unnecessary and can cause a variety of health issues. These drinks are marketed…