When a patient has a blood clot, they are often prescribed blood-thinning drugs to clear it out. These drugs, however, do not guarantee success. In 2017, scientists at North Carolina State University described a newly-created technology that can be inserted into a vein to clear … [Read more...] about This technology uses ultrasound and nanodroplets to clear blood clots
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Quercetin: Eat these foods to up your intake of this potent antioxidant
While most of us are aware that we need to include important vitamins and minerals in our diet such as vitamin C and zinc, there is a lesser-known compound that doesn’t get the attention it deserves: quercetin. If you aren’t familiar with quercetin, it belongs to a group of … [Read more...] about Quercetin: Eat these foods to up your intake of this potent antioxidant
How to know it’s time to take a mental health day
When we’re feeling sick, we rest our bodies and when we pull a muscle, we stop working out for a couple of days. We understand the need for physical rest, but all too often, we forget to take mental breaks when we’re overworked. Here’s how to know when to take a mental health day … [Read more...] about How to know it’s time to take a mental health day
7 proven health benefits of ginger
For centuries, scientists have written extensively about ginger and its healing properties. This odd-looking root has been found to do everything from promoting healthy aging and weight loss to boosting immunity and fighting cancer. And the best part is that it’s cheap, easy to … [Read more...] about 7 proven health benefits of ginger
How to let your intuition guide your exercise habits
If you want to make consistent exercise a part of your life, then you should consider the practice of intuitive exercise. The idea behind the intuitive exercise is that the tendency for people to work out simply because they want their bodies to look good or ideal is actually … [Read more...] about How to let your intuition guide your exercise habits
