The liver is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen and enclosed partially by the ribs. It is the largest organ in the human body and weighs about three pounds. It is responsible for many vital life functions. Some of the main functions of the liver are: to filter blood coming from the...

A bizarre fact has gone absolutely viral this week. And it has the internet feeling confused … A viral Tweet said: “How is it 2023 and nobody’s come up with a satisfying explanation as to why cell phones never show up in our dreams if we’re using them for 12 hours a day?” Well, it...

These ten plant (well, nine plants and one fungus, to be technical) can be grown in your home, backyard, or greenhouse, and all of them can get you high. Some are so hardy they’ll grow on your lawn whether you like it or not, and some require real horticultural skills and years of commitment. In...

The architect Charles Bello has spent the past 52 years restoring forests from logging and protecting the land on his 400-acre Bello Ranch in Northern California. Here’s what he’s learned along the way. A large meadow greets visitors to Bello Ranch. Originally littered with detritus left by decades of logging, the meadow now supports healthy...

“I drop the dead weight and the posers and the pretenders and all the other friends who literally have not bothered with me for the better part of the year.” For the past few years ― without apology ― I’ve taken stock of the people in my orbit and have treated myself to a cleanse;...

Chronic overstimulation happens when your mind is overloaded with no chance to rest or recover — and it shows up in surprising ways.  As a highly sensitive person, overstimulation can be a common occurrence.  Making up about 20 percent of the population, highly sensitive people (HSPs) feel everything more deeply — whether it’s others’ emotions, the beauty of...

Kris Sokolowski has always been active, spending his free time mountain climbing, running and practicing martial arts. And at every opportunity, he could be found boarding a plane, en route to explore the world. On his first official date with his now wife, Sokolowski booked flights to South Africa for two weeks. The couple have...

“I don’t have any hidden trauma. If something like that happened to me, I would know about it.” That used to be my response when anyone asked me if I knew anything about trauma or abuse in my younger years. It is a common response of people who cannot recall their trauma. Many are quite shocked...

When visiting the store, it’s easy to choose individually wrapped frozen fish. There’s much to like about the packaging. They are easy to store and prepare. Cooking also is a breeze too since everything is pre-cut and portioned out. The vacuum-sealed packaging, also known as Reduced Oxygen Packaging (ROP), prevents water loss and the fish...

Heart attacks are sudden and, in most cases, powerful. One must not wait to get help when a heart attack occurs, as it can lead to death. Furthermore, there are some early warning signs of cardiac arrest that sadly most people are unaware of. Below are the four key signs of an imminent cardiac arrest...

A stomach ache might be one indication that something’s off in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract, but did you know there are other less obvious markers, like acne and chronic fatigue, that can shed light on gut health? Here, we break down the reasons and research behind 5 common indicators: Gastrointestinal issues This is probably what...

Low self-esteem refers to a person having an overall poor sense of self-value. It essentially means having a poor opinion of yourself. Low self-esteem can encompass a range of factors, such as your sense of identity, self-confidence, feelings of competence, and feelings of belonging. Self-esteem is about more than just generally liking yourself—it also means believing that...