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In today’s world, where we spend the majority of our time indoors, ensuring good indoor air quality is paramount for our health and well-being. Environmental testing plays a crucial role in identifying and mitigating hidden hazards that may lurk in the air we breathe, both at home and in the workplace. The Importance of Environmental …
Global life expectancy has increased by 6.2 years since 1990, being driven by reductions in death from leading killers including diarrhea, lower respiratory infections, stroke, and ischemic heart disease according to research recently published in The Lancet presenting updated estimates from the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD) 2021. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 …
In the intricate web of human health, the connection between oral health and overall well-being is a topic that resonates profoundly within dentistry. Beyond the bright smile and healthy gums, oral health is pivotal in influencing our general health. This article delves into the interrelation between oral health and overall well-being, offering insights from a …
Have you been feeling sick for weeks and can’t seem to shake it off, are you worried you have the new ick? If you fall into this group, you are not alone, but people need to remember that there is more than one condition that can linger, the common cold and flu can also persist …
Moving into a new home is an exciting life chapter full of possibilities and fresh beginnings. However, amidst the joy of a new beginning, it’s crucial to consider the quality of the air you breathe and the safety of your living space. Toxins and allergens can lurk in unexpected places, potentially affecting your health and …
A UBC Okanagan researcher is cautioning that a person’s poor eating habits established during post-secondary studies can contribute to future health issues including obesity, respiratory illnesses and depression, and urges universities to provide affordable healthy food options. Dr. Joan Bottorff, a Professor with UBCO’s School of Nursing, is one of several international researchers who published …
According to research published in the journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, from the Anglia Ruskin University, it may be possible to capture the impact of a meal on metabolism outside of a controlled lab environment by a device that may be the first to allow people to monitor their metabolic fuel use …
Golf is acknowledged as a sport allowing players to blow off steam and enjoy the outdoors, but a new study led by the University of South Australia shows it may have serious benefits for people with the chronic disease osteoarthritis. The study was undertaken by researchers from the University of South Australia, the University of …
Childhood obesity is a growing problem around the world. According to the World Health Organization, the number of overweight children under the age of five was estimated to be over 39 million in 2020, and this number is expected to increase to 70 million by 2025 if current trends continue. Childhood obesity is defined as …
New research has found that a natural by-product of olive oil production could potentially have antioxidant benefits and support exercise. The full open-access study has been published in the journal Nutrients. The study, led by nutrition researchers at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and published in the journal Nutrients, is the first to examine the benefits …