Prevent Panic During Tick Season
Tick season is an issue all year long but reaches its peak from April to October. Once considered a regional issue for the northeast, ticks have become a national issue due to tick migration and Read More
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Health Benefits of Strawberries
Sweet, juicy strawberries, with their vibrant red color, can brighten up the flavor and look of any meal. Not only delicious, they provide a good source of fiber and contain antioxidants, which protect the human Read More
Is There a Brain and Gut Connection?
Representing more than 99% of our genetic material, the friendly microbes in our bodies take up a lot of space. Mainly residing in the gut, our bugs were here first, have co-evolved with us, and Read More
A seedy slice of history: Watermelons actually came from northeast Africa
Just in time for picnic-table trivia, a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences rewrites the origins of domesticated watermelons. Using DNA from greenhouse-grown plants representing all species and hundreds Read More
Myths and Truths of Nightshades
Public perception about nightshades is often negative but there are many benefits to these fruits and vegetables The majority of the negative effects only occur to a small population of people. The benefits of this Read More
6 Tips for Approaching Alzheimer’s
If you notice any of the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s in yourself or someone you know, don’t ignore them. Early detection makes a world of difference, and so does the way you approach the Read More