Author: Pie Mulumba
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FDA Considers Banning Formaldehyde in Hair Relaxers Due to Cancer Risks
In recent news, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing a ban on using formaldehyde as an ingredient in hair straighteners. The proposed ban is a huge step that follows concerns about the use of hair-straightening products that contain formaldehyde, particularly among Black women who typically use them more often. FDA scientists have been…
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Benefits and Short-Comings of Floor Sleeping
Chances are that when it’s time for a good night’s schlep, you settle into your big comfy bed, pillows and blankets, and not the floor. Yet, in many cultures around the world, sleeping on the floor is a common practice, and it’s often preferred to sleeping on the bed. In this article, we discuss the…
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Jimmy Carter Turns 99: Longevity Secrets From Oldest Living Former U.S. President
This past Sunday, former American president Jimmy Carter turned 99, becoming the nation’s longest-living president. Being a head of state is no easy feat, and it can take a physical, emotional, and mental toll. Carter is a cancer survivor. He also suffered a series of falls in recent years, resulting in him entering hospice care in…
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Maintaining A Stable Weight Is The Secret To Reaching Ages 90-100
If you’re looking to boost your longevity, a healthy diet, exercise, adequate rest, and a strong social circle are seen as the best ways to achieve this goal. Now, researchers have found that managing weight changes in later life might also play a role in increasing your lifespan. Weight and Longevity: Is There A Link?…
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A Mediterranean Lifestyle, Not A Mediterranean Diet, Can Boost Longevity
The Mediterranean diet is one of the most famous eating patterns in the world, popularized by its myriad of health benefits. Yet, it’s less about the eating habits and more about the other habits adopted by the people of the Mediterranean region. In fact, per a recent study, a Mediterranean lifestyle, not a Mediterranean eating…
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Toddlers’ Screen Time May Be Causing Developmental Delays
As we’ve aged, we’ve borne witness to technological advancement, but for one generation, a digital world is all that they know. The impact of screen time on adults has been studied many times. Yet, one has to wonder how screen time is affecting a vulnerable generation that does not know a life beyond gadgets. In…
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Jennifer Aniston: Peptide Injections Are The New Foundation of Youth
Ever since she graced television screens over 20 years ago, actress Jennifer Aniston has been perceived as a beauty icon. Gracing the cover of The Wall Street Journal, the former Friends star has opened up about her pursuit of optimum skin health. Jennifer Aniston: Peptide Injections Are My Anti-Aging Weapon Speaking with the WSJ, Aniston…
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These 7 Healthy Habits May Reduce Depression Risk
The leading cause of disability worldwide, depression is a global crisis that affects 200 million people globally. In understanding the forces that trigger the influence of the onset of depression, research has identified both biological and lifestyle factors. In fact, a recent study has showcased which specific healthy habits can protect against the development of…
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Playing American Football May Increase Risk of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects over 8 million people worldwide. The condition, characterized by tremors, slowness of movement, stiffness, and difficulty balancing, impacts people after the age of 60. While symptoms do often begin gradually, they do worsen over time. Although experts have yet to confirm the causes of Parkinson’s, there are…
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A Single Dose of Psilocybin May Keep Clinical Depression Away
It’s clear that we’re in the midst of a mental health crisis, with rates of depression and anxiety on a rapid rise. Clinical depression is a medical condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, which impacts mood, behavior, and daily life. Whilst often treated with antidepressant medications, these medications do have side effects. This can…