Philip Luo
Today, we will be reporting on caffeine and two popular drinks: tea and coffee. We discuss a study that found black tea to be healthier than coffee. We also discuss a separate finding that suggests coffee drinkers may be less likely to develop oral cancer. Finally, we look at how climate change could impact one … Read more
Today, we will be talking about diet and weight loss. Exercise is important if you want to get in shape. However, experts say that exercise alone is not enough if your goal is to lose weight. It’s that time of year again! The warm weather has returned to the northern hemisphere. Summer is a time … Read more
People have been using herbs and spices for thousands of years. Spices have even influenced world history. Herbs generally come from the green leaves of plants or vegetables. Spices, on the other hand, come from other parts of plants and trees. Some herbs and spices are valued for their taste. They enhance the flavour of … Read more
Many jobs require two people. One person takes the lead. The other person helps them. It is this cooperation that leads to success. The same is true of the human body. Much of our good health depends on substances working together. When they work together, chemical reactions occur smoothly. This keeps body systems in balance. … Read more
This week, we take a look at some recent news about depression. The findings were published last month in a special issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. A new study found that more than half of Americans with major depression sought treatment. Ten years ago, only one in three did so. However, … Read more
People have suffered from tooth and gum problems for thousands of years. The earliest record of dental treatment dates back to ancient Egypt. It is said that the Egyptians treated gum swelling with a substance made from spices and onions. The earliest known person to treat tooth problems was also Egyptian. He lived around five … Read more
Stress is a state of mental or emotional tension. Today, we will discuss the effects of stress on health. Many people suffered mental and emotional health problems following the terrorist attacks in the United States last year. Terrorism creates fear, which often leads to severe stress. Studies suggest that stress can reduce the body’s ability … Read more
Doctors working in hospital emergency rooms often treat cases of accidental poisoning. A frightened parent may arrive with a child who has swallowed cleaning liquid. The harmful substance may be a medicine. It might also be a product intended for killing insects. These are all common causes of accidental poisoning. If this happens, seek medical … Read more
Health experts have long recognised the importance of physical activity. Exercise improves your appearance and your health. It can also improve your health. It helps to reduce the risk of certain diseases. These include heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and certain types of cancer. According to the United States’ Centers for Disease Control … Read more
Researchers have long known that chocolate is good for the heart. In this article, we report on a study that explains why. We will also tell you about the health benefits of dark chocolate. The Tasty History of Chocolate The history of chocolate begins with a plant whose scientific name, Theobroma cacao, means ‘food of … Read more