lyka Rescuers on Earth can reach many harsh environments: stranded boaters in the ocean, people injured while skiing in the mountains, and plane crash victims in rural areas. But there is currently no emergency rescue system for it room – and there may be a way to change that. The nonprofit Rand Corp. suggests that a … Read more
In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers assessed preclinical and clinical data to analyze gut microbial changes in different nutritional conditions. Study: The beneficial effects of nutritional interventions on the gut microbiota: a current critical review and future perspectives. Image credits: LightField Studios/Shutterstock.com Background Intermittent fasting (IF), a popular nutritional intervention, has been investigated … Read more
Home Secretary James Cleverly announced a raft of measures on Monday to reduce net migration. (Alamy) (Jordan Pettitt, PA Images) New immigration rules that prevent Britons earning less than £38,700 from living with their foreign spouses have been branded ‘draconian’, ‘discriminatory’ and ‘anti-family’ by campaigners and lawyers. Changes to the minimum income for family visas, … Read more
The floating lotus plant (Nelumbo nucifera) is an aquatic plant native to Asia. The stems, leaves and seeds of the plant have been valued in culture, cuisine and medicine since ancient times. Although the lotus plant is most common in Southeast Asia, it can be purchased in pieces or whole worldwide. The leaves, roots, petals … Read more
The United States will work with other governments to accelerate efforts to make nuclear fusion a new source of carbon-free energy, the US climate envoy said John Kerry said Tuesday, marking the latest of many U.S. announcements over the past week aimed at combating climate change. Nuclear fusion fuses two hydrogen atoms together to produce … Read more
Shepherd’s purse is a wild plant in nature Brassicaceae family. It is related to broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage. This article discusses the nutritional benefits and health effects of shepherd’s purse, along with some precautions to keep in mind if you decide to try it. Facts about the shepherd’s purse supplement Active ingredients: Flavonoids, polypeptides, … Read more
The emerging Danish designers to knowJeremy Moeller Ask any fashion girl which major style city she’s looking to for outfit inspiration these days and you might be surprised to hear that it’s no longer Paris or New York. Instead it’s Copenhagen. The Danish city has not so quietly taken over the conversation about personal style, … Read more
Bacalar at the furthest tip of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is known as the Laguna de Siete Colores (the Lagoon of Seven Colors) Counting the colors on Lake Bacalar was becoming a bit of an obsession. I had coffee on the deck with a young woman who clearly knew her Pantone cards. “That’s Bluefish turning into … Read more
Protein bars are a staple in many people’s diets because of their convenience, portability and nutrition. In addition to providing a quick snack, protein bars can benefit health in a number of ways, from supporting weight loss to improving nutrient intake. However, they may also contain ingredients such as added sugar and artificial additives. Here’s … Read more