Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic shook the world, China is facing a new viral threatโHuman Metapneumovirus (HMPV). This rapidly spreading pathogen is causing flu-like symptoms eerily reminiscent of COVID-19, igniting fears of another health crisis. Social media is awash with reports and videos depicting crowded hospitals and overburdened crematoriums, with claims that multiple viruses, […]
A warm cup of tea is often seen as a source of comfort, but recent research suggests it could come with an unsettling twistโbillions of micro- and nanoplastics per sip. Many tea bags are made with materials containing microplasticsโtiny plastic particles less than a millimeter in size. When exposed to hot water, these particles break […]
Cold and flu season is here, and with it comes that all-too-familiar feeling of being stuffed up, sniffly, or worseโbattling a nose that feels completely clogged with mucus. Naturally, your first instinct might be to grab a tissue and blow your nose. Itโs a simple fix, right? Well, not always. It turns out, blowing your […]
Most people kick off their mornings with a comforting cup of coffee, but some keep the caffeine flowing throughout their dayโduring work, before workouts, and even after dinner. While coffee offers a range of health perksโlike reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes and liver cancer, or enhancing athletic performanceโtiming your coffee right can make […]
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has urgently imposed a shellfish ban in seven coastal areas of the country to protect the public from the dangerous effects of toxic red tide. The affected areas include Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur; the coastal waters of Daram Island, Zumarraga Island, and Irong-Irong Bay in […]
Research on walking keeps dropping, and the results are seriously impressive. If you werenโt already convinced to get those steps in, hereโs even more reason to lace up your sneakers:ย This month alone, weโve learned that regular walk could add ten extra years to your life, double your fat-burning speed, and even keep colds at bay. […]
Think managing your blood sugar means giving up fruit? Think again! Many fruits can actually help you control glucose levels while satisfying your sweet tooth. The secret? Choosing fruits with a low glycemic index and high fiber content. Here are 12 delicious fruits that wonโt send your blood sugar soaring. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and […]
Coffee: itโs the kick-start we swear by, the jolt that powers us through the day, and one of the last socially acceptable addictions. But have you ever tried going without it? The headaches, the jitterinessโitโs enough to make anyone turn to decaf. But is decaffeinated coffee really the healthier choice? Letโs dive into the cup […]
Ah, coffee โ the trusty morning companion for millions of us. Itโs the hero that kickstarts your day, the warm hug in a mug. But wait, isnโt there a rumor that coffee might dehydrate you? Before you panic and swap your espresso for plain old water, letโs get to the bottom of this caffeinated controversy. […]