16 Tiny Indulgences That Don’t Cost Much But Feel Luxurious
If you spend any time scrolling through Instagram, it’s easy to fall into the trap of equating self-care with spending money: lymphatic drainage massages, salon manicures, elaborate skin care routines, personal training sessions and Goop products that aren’t affordable for many of us. But there are plenty of little ways to pamper ourselves in everyday […]
Intranasal flu vaccine with nanoparticles offers robust protection
An influenza vaccine administered through the nose and constructed with nanoparticles that enhance immune response offers strong protection against different influenza virus strains, according to researchers in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University. The intranasal vaccine contributed to multifaceted immune responses, leading to robust cross protection against influenza in mice. The vaccine […]
Overwhelmed By COVID News? Here’s What To Monitor And What To Skip.
As we push through another year of the global coronavirus crisis, there’s no doubt that the devastating effects of the pandemic have taken a collective toll on our mental health. Staying informed about COVID-19 is critical, but it can also be triggering. Between new variants like omicron cropping up and thousands of people getting sick […]
Mediterranean diet associated with a lower risk of mortality in older adults
A greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet which had been assessed through an index made with biomarkers during a 20-year scientific monitoring is associated with a lower mortality in adults over 65. This is one of the main conclusions of a study led by Cristina Andrés-Lacueva, head of the Research Group on Biomarkers and Nutritional […]
Millions Of You Have Gotten Cheap ACA Coverage; Millions More Still Could
Nearly 14 million people have signed up for private insurance through the Affordable Care Act’s marketplaces, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reported on Monday. There are two reasons you might want to pay attention to that. One is the implications for policy and politics. The new enrollment figure is the highest in […]
Possible chemical leftovers from early Earth sit near the core
Let’s take a journey into the depths of the Earth, down through the crust and mantle nearly to the core. We’ll use seismic waves to show the way, since they echo through the planet following an earthquake and reveal its internal structure like radar waves. Down near the core, there are zones where seismic waves […]
The Unexpected Instagram Trend That’s Boosting People’s Mental Health
It was a Tuesday, and my anxiety was at an all-time high. I was scrolling mindlessly through Instagram, absorbing each post quickly. I saw my friend’s babies, an old colleague’s wedding, someone’s new puppy and a political commentary or two. Somewhere in my endless consumption, I also came across a poem that caught my attention […]
Theropod dinosaur jaws became stronger as they evolved
Theropod dinosaurs evolved more robust jaws through time allowing them to consume tougher food, a new study reveals. Researchers used digital modelling and computer simulation to uncover a common trend of jaw strengthening in theropods — expanding the rear jaw portion in all groups, as well as evolving an upturned jaw in carnivores and a […]
Meltwater influences ecosystems in the Arctic Ocean: Freshwater from sea ice delays the biological carbon pump by four months
In the summer months, sea ice from the Arctic drifts through Fram Strait into the Atlantic. Thanks to meltwater, a stable layer forms around the drifting ice atop the salty seawater, producing significant effects on biological processes and marine organisms. In turn, this has an effect on when carbon from the atmosphere is absorbed and […]
Plant-Based Milk Isn’t Always Healthier Than Dairy. Here’s What To Look For.
Walk through any dairy aisle in 2021 and you’ll be overwhelmed by the boundless choices of milk and milk alternatives. Sure, you’ve got your standard dairy milk options: skim, 1%, 2% and whole milk. But in recent years, plant-based milks have become the real stars of the show, to the point where retailers have at […]