Tag: Science

Asteroid Discovery Suggests Ingredients for Life on Earth Came From Space

Two organic compounds essential for living organisms have been found in samples retrieved from the asteroid Ryugu, buttressing the notion that some ingredients crucial for the advent of life arrived on Earth aboard rocks from space billions of years ago. Scientists said on Tuesday they detected uracil and niacin in rocks obtained by the Japanese…


Scientific Journal’s Endorsement of Joe Biden Lowered Trust, Study Finds

A science journal’s political endorsement lowered trust among supporters of former President Donald Trump, a study has found. Nature endorsed President Joe Biden in October 2020. The journal said Biden, a candidate at the time, “has shown that he respects the values of research, and has vowed to work to restore the United States’ fractured…


Psychologist: 4 Natural Ways to Relieve Tension and Anxiety

The voice in your head drones on: “If I don’t work hard, I’ll be sifted out,” “No matter how hard I work, I can’t get everything done,” and “Why do I feel anxious when nothing is happening?” Stress leads to mental tension, and inner fatigue leads to psychological anxiety. How do we adjust? Psychologists remind…


Depression: 4 Major Symptoms, Treatment, and Natural Therapies (Infographics)

People with depression are sometimes described as “overthinking,” “sentimental,” or having “low stress tolerance.” Even in the modern age when knowledge about depression has become increasingly common, there are still some prejudices or stereotypes about depression. On the other hand, when someone says, “I’ve been feeling down lately,” “I’m not interested in anything,” “I feel…


4 Menopause Symptoms You Might Not Realize You’re Experiencing

Are you experiencing hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, or insomnia? Why do menopausal symptoms sometimes continue even after reaching menopause? The truth is, if menopausal symptoms are left unresolved, they will persist. Menopausal Symptoms Can Be Confusing Typically, women between the ages of 45 and 55 will experience menopause, which is a phase marked by…


Gargantuan Seaweed ‘Island’ Crossing Atlantic, Headed Toward Florida’s Gulf Coast

While a toxic red tide algal bloom is invading Florida’s beaches, a vast island of seaweed—spanning twice the width of the United States—is headed for the Sunshine state’s waters. It could seriously impact the tourism industry as Spring Break nears. The mass of floating “Sargassum” seaweed is currently making its way slowly through the Atlantic…


CDC Warns of Dangerous Fungal Infection Spreading Through US at ‘Alarming Rate’

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning of an increasingly drug-resistant emerging fungus that the health agency says presents a “serious global health threat.” Candida auris is a rare fungal disease that is easily spread through contact with contaminated surfaces or from person-to-person and can cause severe illness in hospitalized patients and those with…


6 Daily Approaches to Preventing Pancreatic Cancer

Pancreatic cancer is known as the “king of carcinoma” and is a highly fatal disease. Currently, it is the third leading cause of death from cancer in the United States, with a five-year survival rate of only 12 percent. Medical experts say that because there is no effective screening or early diagnosis method, exercising methods…


Eating This Vegetable Can Lower Blood Pressure and Prevent Cancer

Celery has a unique flavor, high nutritional value, and health benefits such as anti-oxidation, cancer prevention, and blood pressure reduction. It is a green vegetable that belongs to the Umbelliferae family. A celery stem is light green, hollow, and multi-sectional, with feather-like compound leaves in a darker color. Its refreshing taste comes with a slight bitterness and…


Brazilian President’s Approach to Amazonian Deforestation Leans on ‘Old Corruption Schemes’ and US Funding: Analysts

Politicians who vow to end deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon aren’t anything new. However, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva claimed he could pull it off by 2030 with assistance from U.S. President Joe Biden. When the Brazilian president—commonly known as Lula—made a passionate campaign promise in 2022 to end Amazonian deforestation, it was an instant…