Vaccines, Autism, and the Power of Mistrust
The scientific consensus is clear: vaccines do not cause autism. It’s been decades since the paper published in 1998 by…
Science and Skincare
Skin care is not only a matter of appearance but also of health. As the body’s largest organ, the skin…
Dopamine tells your brain what to remember
Are you surprised when you notice that you remember the minute details of that morning you saw your crush for…
Why Food Processing Matters — Even When Diets Are “Healthy”
Public health advice has long focused on nutrients: eat less sugar and salt, more fiber, balance fats and carbohydrates. But…
Benefits and Risks of Sun Exposure
Excessive exposure to sunlight carries important health risks that the public should be aware of. While sunlight helps the skin…
Is potato healthy? It depends on how you cook it
Potatoes are part of many diets and have good nutritional value. But not all cooking methods are equally healthy. A…
Youth Mental Health on International Youth Day
August 12 has been designated by the United Nations as International Youth Day, celebrating the contributions of young people (aged…
Life under the weight of myotonic dystrophy type 1
Myotonic Dystrophy type 1 (DM1), also known as Steinert disease, is a genetic neuromuscular disorder characterised by progressive muscle weakness…
The Forgotten Fiber: Declining Legume Consumption in Modern Diets
Plant-based foods contain dietary fiber, a component that cannot be fully digested or absorbed by the human digestive system. It…
Beyond Pain: The Overlooked Mental Toll of Endometriosis
Endometriosis affects about 190 million women worldwide, approximately one in ten of reproductive age. Yet, its true impact goes far…