MEDICINE & HEALTH

'Drawn-On-Skin' Electronics: Highly Advanced Wearable Monitors

DESIGN 07.30.2020 23:57 PM

A new type of wearable device called drawn-on-skin electronics does more than monitoring heart rate and calories burned in a day. The advanced device can be drawn on the skin like a pen on paper while monitoring the body accurately for personalized medical care.

Love Shellfish? New Study Suggests Oysters Might Contain Bacteria, Plastics and Baby Formula

07.30.2020 22:17 PM

Scientists examine contaminants of oysters in Myanmar and found that coastal urbanization and lack of sewage treatment increase contamination in seafood that can pose serious health risks to humans.

5 Tips To Keep Your Eyes Healthy

07.30.2020 13:20 PM

They say that the eyes are the soul's windows to the world. So, don't take it for granted and take these easy steps in taking good care of your eyesight.

Ancientbiotic: 1,000-Year-Old Medical Manuscript Uses Garlic and Onion as Remedy to Kill Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

07.30.2020 09:49 AM

Bacteria has grown more antibiotic-resistant to modern antibiotics which led researchers to believe that maybe the 1,000-year-old medical manuscript they found might succeed where modern antibiotics fail.

How Many Times Do You Touch Your Face? Scientists Have an Answer to That

How Many Times Do You Touch Your Face? Here's What Scientists Have to Say

07.30.2020 08:40 AM

Scientists reveal the true number of how frequently a person touches his face whether intentional or not.

Traditional Amazon Fishing Community Continues To Live In Stilt Houses

A New Study Finds Dangerous Levels of Mercury From Amazon Fish

07.30.2020 08:20 AM

A new study reveals that almost a third of the fishes in Amapa, Brazil contains dangerous levels of Mercury (Hg), leaving them dangerous for human consumption.

Understanding the 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating

07.30.2020 08:00 AM

Intuitive eating, an anti-diet approach to food, has 10 principles. While the principles are easy to understand, they take time and progress, especially separating physical hunger from emotional hunger. Unlike some short-term diets, intuitive eating focuses on long-term, overall health, and well-being.

Looking for a Hangover Cure? Make Sure It’s Not Illegal

07.30.2020 07:40 AM

The FDA sent warning letters to seven companies selling dietary supplements with claims of curing or preventing hangovers. It comes at a time that alcohol consumption in the United States have increased by 27% due to the pandemic. The public is urged to stick to natural and safe ways to remedy hangovers.

Science Times - Dogs Can Better Detect If You're Free From COVID-19

Trained COVID-19 Sniffing Dogs Can Better Detect If You're Not Infected

07.30.2020 06:00 AM

A new study further supports the theory that dogs can be trained to detect the presence of SARS-CoV-2, or the COVID-19.

5 Ways to Sleep Better During Menopause

07.29.2020 18:00 PM

Insomnia and other sleeping problems are symptoms that most women experience during menopause. With the body and mind constantly going through changes during this time, there are several ways that can help menopausal women sleep better.

Sitting on the Floor vs Sitting on a Chair – Which Is Better for You?

07.29.2020 16:00 PM

For thousands of years, humans have rested on the ground using variations of a squat, cross-legged or a kneeling position. And despite the availability of chairs and things to sit on, sitting on the floor is still common in many cultures.

New Study Reveals Music Training Does Not Make A Child Smarter

07.29.2020 11:20 AM

Researchers said musical training appears to be ineffective at enhancing cognitive and any academic skills (verbal, non-verbal, speed-related, and etc.).

A Promising Blood Test May Diagnose Alzheimer's Disease

07.29.2020 07:20 AM

American and Swedish experts have discovered a specific protein in the blood that can indicate an early diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia. The blood test can potentially indicate the risk of developing the disease years before symptoms occur.

'Marie Kondo' Protein in Fruit Fly Embryos Helps Them Keep Organized

07.29.2020 06:00 AM

Researchers found a protein they called 'Marie Kondo' that, much like its namesake, removes unnecessary molecules inside the fruit fly embryos to keep them organized.

The Search For Happiness: Its Meaning and Importance

Defining Happiness in Positive Psychology

07.28.2020 21:57 PM

Happiness goes deeper than the smiles on the face. For years, scientists have been studying what truly defines happiness and what role it plays in human lives.