Posts touting the curative effects of cinchona, or fever tree, bark have recently been circulating on social networks such as Instagram and Facebook. These posts promise a “natural” source of the prescription-only drug chloroquine. Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine are currently being researched as potential treatments for COVID-19. The public has paid increased attention to these drugs […]
So they take up less aluminum
A study of the Federal Institute for risk assessment (BfR) comes to the conclusion that for some groups of the population are in danger of harmful amounts of aluminum from food or body care products. To minimize potential health hazards, give the experts tips on how the recording can be reduced. The average intake of […]
How long does it take to run a half marathon?
Thousands of runners are out on the streets this morning for the Manchester and London Royal Parks respective half marathons, which both kicked off at 9am. Frankly, we’re just proud if we make it out of bed for that time on a Sunday morning… Whether you’re training, participating, or just wondering when the runners will […]
We should all take vitamin D supplements from October. Here’s why
According to the NHS, we should all take vitamin D supplements from October. Here’s why Ad Feature by FutureYou There can be little doubt in anyone’s mind that winter is well and truly on its way. And those of us who live in the UK could be more susceptible to vitamin deficiencies than those living […]
Chance the Rapper Postpones Major Tour to Take Paternity Leave & We're Here For It
Chance the Rapper is delaying his hotly anticipated upcoming tour to stay at home with his brand-new baby Marli, daughter Kensli (born in 2015), and wife Kirsten Corley. He’s one of the lucky few dads who can make that choice — did you know 85 percent of dads (according to Dove Men+Care and Promundo) say […]
Take That! Jamie Otis Claps Back at Troll Bashing Potty-Training Methods
Not here for it! Jamie Otis had something to say when an Instagram troll bashed the potty-training methods she’s using with her 2-year-old daughter, Henley. The Married at First Sight alum, 33, shared a screenshot of a message, reading, “Seriously? Pull ups? Peeing all over the house. Who does that? Potty-trained three kids — potty […]
It will take a lot more than free menstrual pads to end period poverty
All of those who menstruate, wherever they live, experience challenges when managing their period. These might include a lack of products, toilets or disposal facilities, enduring pain, being bullied or being restricted from activities and locations. In high income countries these challenges are often referred to as “period poverty” and in low-middle income countries as […]
Millions of adults should NOT take aspirin to ward off heart disease
Millions of people should STOP taking aspirin for heart health because it does more them harm than good, researchers warn Aspirin thins the blood, which makes it less likely to ‘stick’ and form clots Three major studies found aspirin is used even in people at risk of bleeding Officials recommend aspirin to heart disease patients […]
Zero-hour contracts take huge mental and physical tolls: Poor eating habits, lack of sleep, relationship problems
The number of workers on zero-hours contracts continues to rise in the UK. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimates that between October and December 2018 there were between 777,000 and 911,000 people working on zero-hours contracts. But the impact of such contracts seems to be underestimated by the government. An independent government review of […]
It can take a village to feed hungry kids in schools
One in 6 American children faces hunger and 3 out of 4 teachers report regularly seeing hungry kids in their classrooms. In response, school meals make up a large fraction of federal food assistance. The National School Lunch Program is the second-largest federal food assistance program, serving 30.4 million children. It is complemented by the […]