Aside from the overflowing joy and happiness, owning an animal comes with a string of health benefits as well. Recent studies show that being around an animal companion helps in reducing one’s stress levels, regulating blood pressure, preventing stroke, and even improving mental health. However, despite these tempting advantages, some people are still hesitant of
Yale University researchers created medicinal ‘cocktail’ that may stop Alzheimer’s in its tracks
The Alzheimer’s disease has been around since the 1900’s. It is a form of dementia in which the brain cells responsible for our memory and other functions start dying. This leads to an incurable progressive memory loss and cognitive impairments that make daily life difficult. As of latest statistics, Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause
Do you have a dark sense of humor? If yes, you’re probably a genius, here is why
WARNING: We’ve included a few images that you might find offensive. If you have fragile sensibilities, please leave now! But if your sense of humor is strong you will definitely get a kick out of this article. They say that a dark sense of humor is like food, not everyone gets it. But if you
Pets know when their owners need emotional support the most
According to statistics, there are over 7.6 million companion pets in the U.S. who enter the animal shelter every year and 2.7 million of them euthanized. In an effort to save the lives of these animals who are only longing to have a place to call home, people are being encouraged to adopt animals from
Multiple studies suggest that children inherit their intelligence from their moms
The never-ending battle of moms and dads ‘arguing’ from whom did their kids get their intelligence from is finally over! Based on various research works, children inherit their intelligence from their mom. Science says that women are more likely to transmit intelligence to their children, more than men, because intelligence genes are carried on the
Here’s why kids prefer to spend more time with their grandparents, according to studies
Ever wondered why your kids are always excited to know when they will visit their grannies? Ever thought why they’d bawl their eyes out whenever it is time to go home after spending time with grandpa? Ever asked yourself why they always bug you to live with their grandma instead? Well, a clinical psychologist and
Research says women generally prefer taller men: ‘Relationship Lasts Longer’
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet, Owen Benjamin and Cristina Ricci, these couples are not only famous celebrities but they are couples who have a significant height difference. Did you know that research suggests that they height difference ‘matters’? In a study conducted by a team of researches from Konkuk University in South Korea, it has
A juice company dumped orange peels in a national park – here’s what it looks like now
Looking at the pictures below, it really is hard to believe that this spectacular scenery of lush greenery used to be a bare deforested area. This truly amazing transformation is all thanks to the brilliant idea of ecologists Daniel Janzen and Winnie Hallwachs. Thanks to their wonderful idea, ecologists found a new discovery that would
Okra is the food to go for those who are regulating their blood pressure and sugar, according to experts
Believe it or not, the thin green plant which is commonly known as ladies’ fingers or Okra, is highly beneficial to your health. Hiding inside the simple herb is a powerful natural remedy against today’s deadly diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and even fatigue! This powerful flowering plant belongs to the same plant family
Science explains what happens to your brain if you complain every day
When you open your eyes in the morning, what is the first thought that comes into your mind? Are you thankful for the new opportunities today may bring? Or are you grumpy because it’s Monday again? A famous motivational speaker, Mr. Earl Nightingale believes that eventually, we become what we think about. The motivational speaker believes
Here is what happens to your body if you eat too much salt
More than being a condiment, salt is a mineral that our body needs to stay healthy. Our body needs a healthy dose of salt daily because we need sodium to regulate our kidneys, to control our fluid balance, to send nerve impulses, and to optimize muscle functions. However, everything that is too much is harmful
Kids who get regularly yelled at tend to have low self-esteem and develop depression
Raising a child is like walking in a park- a jurassic park! Although they are one of the most adorable creatures to walk this planet, children often leave adults frustrated- especially their parents. It is not uncommon for parents to lose patience with their children. And most parents admit that they tend to yell at