Oleandrin, a toxic substance found in the poisonous oleander plant, is making headlines as a potential treatment for COVID-19, raising concerns that uninformed people may eat the leaves of this plant and become ill or die. Though renowned for its beauty and use in landscaping, this Mediterranean shrub is toxic and responsible for cases of …
Throughout the ages, smallpox, now known to be caused by a virus, was a serious, and often deadly, disease that had spread worldwide. It appeared in Europe sometime between the 5th and 7th centuries AD, and was frequently epidemic during the Middle Ages. The fatality rate varied from 20% to 60%, and left most survivors …
With cases of COVID-19 rising across the country, it’s more important than ever that people with symptoms—such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of smell, and diarrhea—get a diagnostic test for the virus. Diagnostic tests identify who is actively infected with COVID-19. They are different from antibody tests, which may tell you if you …
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Metabolism refers to the myriad of physical and chemical processes that the body employs to convert or use energy. These physiologic processes include temperature maintenance, breathing, circulation, digestion, muscle contraction, excretion, and neurological function. Lots of misinformation surrounds metabolism, including beliefs that it can be boosted with ease. There are probably more myths about how …
The Supermarket cases display a wide variety of egg choices—at a wide range of prices. Are some eggs really better than others? Here are the important things to consider when deciding which eggs are the right choice for you: The Basics: Color, size, and grade are the primary ways eggs are grouped. Egg color: is determined …
The emergence of potentially faster-spreading variants of the coronavirus is increasing concern about the virus’s path just as the vaccines that many hope will bring an end to the pandemic are being distributed. The variant causing the most alarm has been found primarily in southeast England, according to a report from the European Center for …
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There are pros and cons to both wild caught and farmed fish, but no matter what kind it is, fish is a nutritious and health-promoting choice. It’s high in protein, a good source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, rich in vitamin D and minerals (including iron, iodine, magnesium, and potassium), and low in saturated fat. …
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Holiday celebrations call for a celebratory drink, and nothing fits the bill quite like a cup of rich, creamy eggnog with or without a splash of bourbon, brandy, or rum. But as with many holiday treats, eggnog—traditionally made with eggs, cream, milk, and sugar—is loaded with calories, fat, and added sugars. And there’s an additional …
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis tried to alleviate fears of flying during the pandemic at an event with airline and rental car executives.”The airplanes have just not been vectors when you see spread of the coronavirus,” DeSantis said during a discussion at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Aug. 28. “The evidence is the evidence. And I …
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Lately, everyone seems to have jumped on the avocado bandwagon, and for good reason. Researchers have shown that avocados are good for so many body systems—cardiovascular, ocular, bone, and gastrointestinal. But the coup de grâce—only recently discovered—is that avocados may also protect against certain cancers and have the potential to inhibit cancer cell growth. All …
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