Health

A laboratory researcher examines molecular compounds derived from Diplocentrus melici scorpion venom and habanero pepper extracts.

Mexican scientists are turning scorpion venom and habanero pepper compounds into antibiotics, and the twist is that the target is bacteria that already beat standard drugs

By Metabolic

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June 8, 2026 at 6:00 AM

A close-up of a horseshoe bat, identified in recent research as part of a lineage that warrants closer monitoring for viral epidemic potential.

Scientists identify a troubling bat, and some are already looking nervously at the next major epidemic

By Adrian Villellas

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June 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM

A young student doing homework at a desk in a poorly lit room, representing the risks of prolonged close-up focus in low light.

The myopia epidemic may not be caused by screens alone: experts are now worried about another factor at home

By Kevin Montien

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June 7, 2026 at 3:45 PM

Quebra-pedra plant (Phyllanthus niruri) used in research for urinary health and kidney stone treatment

This plant could become the first one used by Brazil’s public health system, and it’s reopening a huge debate

By Kevin Montien

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June 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Close-up of worker ants inside a colony carrying larvae and cooperating as a social group

If you start seeing ants on your walls or floors, your house may be trying to tell you something

By Metabolic

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June 6, 2026 at 1:45 PM

A person holding a spray bottle filled with a vinegar and water solution, misting the floor area underneath a bed frame to freshen the space.

Spraying vinegar under your bed sounds crazy, but thousands of people are doing it for this reason

By Metabolic

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June 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM

People walking in a Malaysian city as growing concern mounts over financial stress, mental health, and family well-being

This news is shaking up the political landscape and leaving one uncomfortable question in the air

By Metabolic

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June 5, 2026 at 10:35 AM

Aluminum foil taped to an interior wall during a home moisture test used to detect condensation or hidden water intrusion

Architects recommend putting aluminum foil on walls, and the reason is blowing people’s minds

By Metabolic

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June 3, 2026 at 12:30 PM

An older adult using safety grab bars in a bright, modern, and accessible walk-in shower.

After 65, showering every day may not be as healthy as you’ve been led to believe

By Adrian Villellas

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June 3, 2026 at 7:45 AM

A refreshing glass of water placed next to healthy foods, symbolizing simple daily habits that support metabolic health.

Drinking more water could do a lot more for fatty liver than most people realize

By Metabolic

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June 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM

A medical concept image featuring pharmaceutical pills next to a stylized illustration of a human brain, symbolizing drug repurposing research.

Viagra may be hiding an effect nobody saw coming, and now experts are linking it to Alzheimer’s

By Metabolic

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June 2, 2026 at 1:45 PM

Artificial pancreas implant with living insulin-producing cells designed to regulate blood sugar in diabetes research

Scientists create an artificial pancreas with living cells, and some are already calling it a game changer for people with diabetes

By Metabolic

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June 2, 2026 at 10:35 AM

Woman taking a sleep supplement while holding a pill bottle, illustrating concerns about long-term melatonin use and heart failure risk

Science suggests that people who take melatonin night after night aren’t always just using a natural sleep aid; in many cases, they may have been following a routine for years whose long-term safety is far less clear than many people realize

By Adrian Villellas

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May 28, 2026 at 12:34 PM

Woman eating oatmeal for breakfast, a simple morning habit linked to slower digestion and feeling fuller longer

Science suggests that people who eat oatmeal for breakfast aren’t necessarily doing anything extraordinary for their health; often, they’re simply starting the day with a food that helps them digest more slowly, feel fuller, and make it to their next meal without feeling as hungry

By Sonia Ramirez

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May 28, 2026 at 6:32 AM

Serious red scald burn on a nurse’s thigh after hot coffee spilled during a Ryanair flight

Nurse gets Ryanair payout after hot coffee spill leaves her with serious in-flight burns

By Metabolic

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May 25, 2026 at 12:31 PM

John Denver smiling in a vintage portrait for an article about authenticity and mental health.

John Denver’s simple advice is a mental health reminder many people need now

By Adrian Villellas

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May 25, 2026 at 8:27 AM

View of Windsor Castle and the Long Walk in Windsor and Maidenhead, named one of England’s healthiest places to grow old

This district tops the list of ‘the best places to grow old’: it combines a life expectancy of 83.2 years with good primary care, more efficient emergency services and a greater number of places in care homes

By Adrian Villellas

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May 24, 2026 at 12:16 PM

Ancient hunter-gatherer DNA may help explain why some Italians live to 100, according to a new longevity study.

Scientists have analysed the genomes of 333 Italian centenarians and detected a stronger genetic signature of Western hunter-gatherer ancestry; according to the study published subsequently, this ancient component increases the probability of reaching the age of 100 by 38% for every standard deviation

By Kevin Montien

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May 24, 2026 at 11:16 AM

Farnham park with flowers, trees, homes, and a playground in the Surrey market town near London

Charming town just 1 hour from London named one of the UK’s best places to live for a very healthy reason

By Metabolic

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May 24, 2026 at 9:59 AM

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Trust building amid reports of NHS hearing aid 312 battery shortages.

Deaf and hard-of-hearing NHS users have complained that the 312 batteries in their hearing aids ran out and they had to switch them off to save power, even though the NHS itself later stated that the supply issue had already been ‘resolved’

By Metabolic

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May 24, 2026 at 7:35 AM

Health

Mexican scientists are turning scorpion venom and habanero pepper compounds into antibiotics, and the twist is that the target is bacteria that already beat standard drugs

Scientists identify a troubling bat, and some are already looking nervously at the next major epidemic

The myopia epidemic may not be caused by screens alone: experts are now worried about another factor at home

This plant could become the first one used by Brazil’s public health system, and it’s reopening a huge debate

If you start seeing ants on your walls or floors, your house may be trying to tell you something

Spraying vinegar under your bed sounds crazy, but thousands of people are doing it for this reason

This news is shaking up the political landscape and leaving one uncomfortable question in the air

Architects recommend putting aluminum foil on walls, and the reason is blowing people’s minds

After 65, showering every day may not be as healthy as you’ve been led to believe

Drinking more water could do a lot more for fatty liver than most people realize

Viagra may be hiding an effect nobody saw coming, and now experts are linking it to Alzheimer’s

Scientists create an artificial pancreas with living cells, and some are already calling it a game changer for people with diabetes

Science suggests that people who take melatonin night after night aren’t always just using a natural sleep aid; in many cases, they may have been following a routine for years whose long-term safety is far less clear than many people realize

Science suggests that people who eat oatmeal for breakfast aren’t necessarily doing anything extraordinary for their health; often, they’re simply starting the day with a food that helps them digest more slowly, feel fuller, and make it to their next meal without feeling as hungry

Nurse gets Ryanair payout after hot coffee spill leaves her with serious in-flight burns

John Denver’s simple advice is a mental health reminder many people need now

This district tops the list of ‘the best places to grow old’: it combines a life expectancy of 83.2 years with good primary care, more efficient emergency services and a greater number of places in care homes

Charming town just 1 hour from London named one of the UK’s best places to live for a very healthy reason

Deaf and hard-of-hearing NHS users have complained that the 312 batteries in their hearing aids ran out and they had to switch them off to save power, even though the NHS itself later stated that the supply issue had already been ‘resolved’

Scientists identify a troubling bat, and some are already looking nervously at the next major epidemic

The myopia epidemic may not be caused by screens alone: experts are now worried about another factor at home

Men over 40 can build full-body strength with a simple dumbbell workout, and the best part is that the plan is designed to be repeatable and progressive instead of punishing

The way you cook beets can make a huge difference, and almost nobody is paying attention to it

Stephen Hawking, theoretical physicist: “However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at”

More and more men over 40 are dealing with this quiet problem, and hardly anyone is really talking about it

The great-grandma favorite almost nobody cooks anymore is one of those dishes that refuses to disappear

This plant could become the first one used by Brazil’s public health system, and it’s reopening a huge debate

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