Hair dyes are toxic. Could natural alternatives work
Do you know what’s in the hair dye you use? Some hair dyes that you buy at the hairdresser or in…
Avoid the latest diet fads and opt for a more sustainable one
You may be tempted to find a quick fix to lose weight. This approach will likely leave you in the…
As a microbiologist, here are the foods
It is important to keep your hands clean while handling food. But how often can you find soap and hot…
What your poop and pee color tells you about your health
A bright red pee appeared out of nowhere. I panicked, thinking that it was an indication of terminal illness. I…
How South Africa is fighting its sugar-fueled diabetes epidemic
According to the World Health Organisation, four times as many people today have Type II diabetes as they did 36…
How the sense of taste changes with age
It isn’t easy to describe the complex nature of taste. The sensation is not experienced through one sense (like when…
You Can Thaw and Refreeze Meat
Most fridges are filled with food and beverages to share with friends and family during this time of the year.…
Tips to stay healthy during the festive season
You must adhere to the limitations on the number of people who can gather within your state or territorial boundaries. There are…
Swallowing is a serious issue that patients with brain disease often overlook
Millions of people suffering from brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease, Lou Gehrigs’ disease, strokes, multiple sclerosis, and…
The poorest countries may not be able to get rich before the richest
In high-income countries, obesity rates are flattening but increasing in other places. The combined findings from UNICEF and the World Health Organisation, as well…