Empower Your Wellness Journey
New Study Links Eating Fruit as a Teen to Reduced Risk of Breast Cancer as an Adult
A new study has shown that eating fruits and vegetables as a child can decrease a woman’s chance of breast cancer. Researchers in the United States have polled 90,000 nurses over the course of 20 years. These nurses kept track the foods in their diet when they were early adults,…
Growing Leather from Tea? It May Be Possible With New Research From Iowa State
Researchers at Iowa State University have truly made a breakthrough by designing a new, leather-like biodegradable material from tea byproducts, of all things. The new material could be used to make clothing, shoes, or handbags — basically anything that leather is currently used for. When you consider that the average…
East Meets West: Why Bay Area Residents Are Relocating East
Prices are moving on up, forcing residents to move away, according to a new report from real estate website Trulia. Major cities all across the United States are seeing increased numbers of residents relocating to other, more affordable places to live. The Bay Area, to be specific, has experienced the…
Can Tequila Help Osteoporosis? No, But Blue Agave Can
Mexican scientists are investigating the potential benefits of the blue agave plant in treating chronic pain. More and more Americans are dealing with chronic pain, with reports estimating that by 2030, 60% of all Baby Boomers will be managing a chronic condition. Osteoporosis, a disease that erodes the strength of…
Conscientious, Responsible People May Be More Prone to Distracted Driving
Everyone has that friend who’s out to take over the world. They’re driven, extroverted, and open to new experiences. And while you might deem this pal your “responsible” friend, new research suggests that extroverted drivers are more likely to be a higher risk on the road. According to Teen Vogue,…
People With Untreated Sleep Apnea Are Twice as Vulnerable to Workplace Injury
New research suggests that sleep apnea may be responsible for a significant number of injuries in the workplace. According to a study conducted by Dr. Najib T. Ayas, an associate professor of medicine at the University of British Columbia, people with untreated sleep apnea were twice as likely to be…
