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Over the past few years, more and more research has been published revealing just how fundamental our gut microbiome is to our health. It can affect everything from our response to fear and negative stimuli, to our weight and mental health, to whether or not we develop autoimmune diseases such as lupus and type 1 diabetes. Now, a new study published in The Journal of Immunology has found…

When it comes to genetics, we inherit half of our DNA from our mother and half from our father. While many traits are influenced by both parents, some fascinating genetic traits are exclusively inherited from our fathers. Let’s take a closer look at some of these traits, including the shape of our teeth.   Fascinating Genetic…

A fisherman doesn’t usually expect their catch of the day to set off alarm bells for the biologists in their entire region. For this fisherman in the Pacific Northwest, however, that’s exactly what happened. The Chinese Mitten Crab, an invasive crab species, has been detected for the first time in this region. The presence of…

A group photo shared on Reddit has gained a lot of attention, but not for the right reasons. Namely, when the group of friends posed for the photo, they probably never imagined it would go viral, or that it would end up frightening so many people. This seemingly innocent photo came with an unexpected twist.…

Your kidneys are a pair of small bean-shaped organs located in the middle of your back which also just happen to be one of the most important organs responsible for detoxing the body.  The kidneys remove waste and extra water from the blood to form urine. If your kidneys were not able to do their…

Do you always sleep through the night without problems? Or, are you like much of the population and find yourself waking up at 3 am, unable to fall back asleep? If you’re part of the second group, it’s important to figure out what may be causing you to wake up and, most importantly, how to…

Speaking of healthy eating and all those fruits and vegetables that have huge impact in keeping your body in shape, it looks like the mighty dates are sort of underrated. If people know of the health benefits they have on their overall health condition, dates will definitely be the most important part of their daily…

Experiencing numbness or tingling in your hands can range from a minor inconvenience to a signal of a more serious underlying health issue. This sensation, often described as “pins and needles,” can stem from various causes. Let’s explore some potential reasons for this condition.   Improper Sleeping Position One of the most common reasons for…

Centipedes are one of the ugliest creepy crawlers found indoors, with their squishy bodies and long legs, and when you see one on your basement ceiling you probably have the urge to kill that sucker. But you might want to consider setting that centipede free instead because it could actually come in handy.   Why You Should…

Former FBI Director James Comey is under scrutiny after posting an Instagram photo showing seashells arranged as “86 47,” which critics claim was a veiled threat against President Trump.   “86” is mob slang for “kill,” and “47” refers to Trump as the 47th president. Comey deleted the post, claiming he misunderstood the message. The…