The Buckminsterfullerene or Carbon 60 (C60) molecule is a unique, oil-soluble molecule with an amazing power to prolong lifespan. This miraculous molecule, rema...
Watermelon is the most consumed melon in the United States, and it's easy to see why. The juicy fruit is equal parts refreshing and delicious! Contrary to popul...
When it comes to artificial sweeteners, controversy isn't new. Artificial sweeteners, like the ones used in diet drinks, were once thought to be a healthier alt...
According to a recent study, people who suffer from arthritis are at a greater risk of heart disease and stroke if they take ibuprofen to relieve their pain. Th...
Salt is salt, right? You go to the grocery store, grab a shaker off the shelf and you're good to go. Unfortunately, it's not that simple. These days you have sa...
E-cigarettes are often marketed as a healthier alternative to smoking cigarettes, which is why many people pick up the new habit in order to help them stop smok...
Most of us know that sugary sodas aren't exactly good for our bodies. But it's just the calories and sugar content that make them harmful, right? Many people be...
It's estimated that around 80% of Americans have a magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is an extremely important mineral, responsible for over 300 biochemical funct...
17-year-old Julio Macias Gonzalez from Mexico was eating dinner with his family when he began convulsing. His family promptly called the paramedics but, tragica...
Cardiovascular disease accounts for 25% of all deaths in the United States. In case that's not shocking enough, let's look at the statistics another way. Every ...
While a stroke may seem highly unlikely in a young person, the truth is that there is no such thing as being too young to suffer a stroke. The risk of having a ...
A stroke occurs when an area of the brain is deprived of blood flow or oxygen. The cells in that area of the brain begin to die, and it can affect many differen...
