Articles (Health)

Intensive Farming
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Intensive farming is an agricultural intensification and mechanization system that aims to maximize yields from available land.


Ulcers: Undercover Enemy
(Health and Diseases)

We try to raise awareness of oral ulcers and importance of examination and treatment if turned cancerous, and maintaining oral health.


2023 Top Medical Research Achievements
(Health and Diseases)

A few days ago, we bid farewell to 2023; a year that witnessed numerous achievements in the medical field, we share some of them.


Artificial Blood: A New Medical Era
(Health and Diseases)

Medical research never ceases to find solutions for fixing harmed organs; however, one might have never thought that our blood could be replaced.


Best Foods To Build Up A Healthy Immune System
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Sadly, many people resort to dietary supplements although vitamins and minerals found in food sources are easier to absorb.

Boosting Immunity to Fight Viruses
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

People always search for the best ways to boost their immune systems using natural remedies, dietary supplements, or diets.


Senses and Memories
(Human Body)

Our five senses leave memory imprints on different parts of our brains to help us retain information later.


Data Science and Human Trafficking
(Computers and Information Technology)

Trafficking is a crime that is very difficult to detect, but science can still offer humanity with potential means towards achieving its goals.


Tricky Senses: While You Are Awake!
(Human Body)

What if your senses could trick you even when you are completely awake and out of bed?


Tricky Senses: While You Were Sleeping
(Human Body)

Some people have nightmares and know that when they wake up it will all be finel however, others could see their nightmares in front of them.


To Peel or Not to Peel; that is the Question!
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

I might not be a great cook myself, but I am without a doubt a big and loyal fan of the TOP CHEF show, particularly the Arab world edition. In one inspiring episode, the challenge was minimizing food waste; the competing chefs were tasked with making pumpkin-based dishes with minimum waste. The results were mind-blowing; a collection of creative and appealing dishes using the peel, the flesh, and even the seeds of pumpkins.


Health-Tech Gadgets: GPS Shoes
(Health and Diseases)

World Alzheimer’s Day is celebrated on September 21 each year to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease which is a form of dementia that affects memory and impairs daily function. This condition is often regarded as a family disease due to the impact it has the relatives of the patient.


You are What You Eat: What are your nails telling you?
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Nails are often a reflection of our overall health or nutritional deficiencies.

You are What You Eat: Strong to the Bones
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Did you know that 99% of your body's calcium is stored in your bones and teeth? This calcium makes up your bone bank. Calcium is "deposited" and "withdrawn" from your bone bank daily, based on your body's need for calcium. If your daily diet is low in calcium, calcium is "withdrawn" from your bone bank. Bone is broken down to keep your blood calcium level normal. 


The Long-Awaited Virus-C Cure
(Health and Diseases)

There has been many speculations about recently discovered medications to cure hepatitis-C patients. Thus, it is our duty to shed light on and investigate the effectiveness of these medications, as well as the global efforts exerted to vanquish the disease in the very near future.


You are What You Eat: Your Hair…Your Health!
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Not only does your hair form one of the important aspects of your personality, it also reflects your general health. It is very much vulnerable to the stresses and strains of your everyday life and also gets affected by the type and quality of food that you eat.


World Blood Donor Day: 14 June
(Human Body)

Do you remember the last time you donated blood? Millions of people need blood transfusions yearly and 54% of the recipients in low income countries are children below the age of five.


June 13: International Albinism Awareness Day
(Health and Diseases)

In December 2014, the United Nations declared 13 June of every year as International Albinism Awareness Day.


When in Doubt, Pedal it Out
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Acknowledging the uniqueness, longevity, and versatility of the bicycle, the United Nations General Assembly has declared 3 June World Bicycle Day.


Where there is Smoke, there is Flame
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

Smoking and vaping are but the two sides of the same coin; one might look healthier, but both are dangerous.


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