I was born when my mother was just 17. She made the difficult choice to give me up for adoption, hoping that I’d have a better life. For years, I wondered who she was and what my life might’ve been like if we’d stayed together. When I turned 20, I finally found her — and …
Are Crocs Actually Harmful to Your Feet? Crocs are popular because they’re lightweight, water-friendly, and easy to slip on. Many people—healthcare workers, chefs, travelers, and kids—love them. Still, while they feel soft at first, foot specialists caution that wearing them too often may lead to problems for some people. Below is a version with safer …
Our wedding day felt like something out of a dream – soft melodies drifting through the air, friends and family smiling around us, and the man I thought I’d grow old with holding my hand. After years of friendship that slowly deepened into love, I believed our bond was unflappable. Surrounded by laughter and warm …
Why do some people choose to have their tongue pierced? Aesthetic whim, a desire to stand out, a secret symbol? This little oral jewel attracts many questions… Behind this seemingly trendy gesture was a delightful, often little-known story, and meanings as amazing as they are ancient. Tongue piercing: an ancient ritual full of meaning Long …
My 68-year-old grandma wrote in the family chat asking for money. All family members ignored her. Two days later, I transferred her the money. That night, she passed away. As I went to her home, I froze. For illustrative purpose only She had used that money to buy… …little gift boxes with every family member’s …
Aluminum is everywhere : from tap water to most food products (including baby formula) and cookware to even the air you breathe. (1) And while multiple studies have labelled the metal as a carcinogen, other still debate whether or not it can be classified as a neurotoxin. However, research has shown time and time again …
Ever wonder how to actually avoid getting sick? We sat down with Dr. Tom Warren, an infectious disease specialist, to get the inside scoop on how to minimize your chances of catching an infection. It turns out, some of the best strategies are surprisingly simple and have been around for ages. (Based on the insights …
Your heart works hard for you every single day, but sometimes it sends out signals that something isn’t quite right. Many people brush these off, thinking it’s just part of getting older or being out of shape. But these subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) signs could be early warnings of heart failure. Heart failure isn’t a …
Ticks are not just annoying (not to mention invasive and, well, enough to make most people’s skin-crawl) but they can actually be dangerous. Ticks can carry debilitating diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, so it should go without saying that they’re probably not the best house guests for you to be …
How I Prepared the Soak Getting ready was simple. I filled a basin large enough for both feet with warm water, then mixed in apple cider vinegar at a 1:2 ratio (one part vinegar, two parts water). I stirred it well and set a towel nearby to dry off afterward. The smell was strong and …