There is “compelling epidemiological evidence” revealing a “strong association” between being obese or overweight and the risk of developing autoimmune diseases like Type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis. “From an immunological standpoint, the cellular and molecular mechanisms linked to this association include the overstimulation of T lymphocytes by nutrient- and energy-sensing pathways,” according to a…
‘Strong Association’ Between Obesity and Autoimmune Disease: Report
April 10, 2023
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A Ride on Roaring Camp’s Redwood Train in Felton, California
April 9, 2023
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As the train ascended the tight curves of Bear Mountain in Santa Cruz, California, it began to sing. Harmonic tones rang out among redwood trees as the projecting edge (flange) of the train’s wheels pressed up against the inside of the rails. “This railroad has tighter curves than almost any other railroad in the country,”…
How Social Media Affects Your Memory
The explosive proliferation of social media platforms, and their use by billions of people each day, shows us that this novel form of interaction between human beings and technology is having a profound impact. This technology has allowed practically everyone, all over the world, to connect with neighbors near and far, and instantly share everything…
Masks Cause Headaches, Itching, and Lower Oxygen Intake: Study
A systematic review of 2,168 studies that looked into the adverse effects of wearing masks during the COVID-19 pandemic has found that the practice led to negative health consequences, including itching, headaches, and restriction of oxygen. “We found significant effects in both medical surgical and N95 masks, with a greater impact of the second,” said…
Waterfalls Worth Seeing in Person
By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com Make a scenic waterfall the centerpiece of your next getaway. Here are five to consider. Death Valley National Park, California Darwin Falls, Death Valley National Park, California. (Doug Meek/Shutterstock) It’s a land of startling contrasts. In this expansive, hot, dry, and diverse landscape, rare rainstorms manifest fields of wildflowers,…
Potatoes Au Gratin
View the print-ready version of this recipe. Why I Love This Side Dish Feels fancy, but it’s Easy – Only 4 steps and 20 minutes of prep! They feel more elegant than say, mashed potatoes, and they’re easy enough for anyone to make. Pantry Ingredients – You only need potatoes, cheese, butter, flour, milk, cream, and spices! Crowd Favorite –…
See Much of Europe in What’s Being Called the ‘World’s Longest Bus Journey’
By Mia Taylor From TravelPulse A new 7,500-mile bus journey will take passengers to 22 countries. For more than a few travelers, a two-month-long bus trip may sound like a bit of a nightmare. But that sentiment might change perhaps, if the bus in question is luxurious and the two-month itinerary includes plans to stop…
Comfortable Cruise Makes Exploring ‘Down Under’ Easy
Among multiple choices one can use to navigate the Down Under countries of Australia and New Zealand is a 14-day cruise aboard Holland America Line’s 1,918-passenger Noordam that my wife and I found to be a most comfortable option. Arriving several days early in Auckland gave us time to explore New Zealand’s most important city…
‘God’s Crazy Bricklayer’: This Man Spent His Life Building a Cathedral by Hand—Check Out the Interiors
April 9, 2023
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Spaniard Justo Gallego Martinez (1925–2021) spent his entire life building a cathedral and he did it on his own. But this enigmatic man—who gained renown as “God’s crazy bricklayer”—from Mejorada del Campo, a small town close to Madrid, was not a lofty architect. Rather, Don Justo (his honorific name) was raised in a humble, devout…
Unregulated Avocado Oil Market: Is Your Avocado Oil Fake?
Shocking findings of a study done by the University of California-Davis (UCD) analyzing the quality of avocado oils currently on the market in the United States, highlighted rampant fraud in the food industry. In the study, out of 22 avocado samples including both extra virgin and refined oils from six grocery stores (14 samples) and two online…
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