Barbecue season is here, and with it comes the irresistible aroma of food sizzling on the grill. Just thinking of it stirs up memories of childhood summers, my father master of the grill at a succession of always chaotic (in a good way) family gatherings on a Sunday afternoon. Back then the menu was mostly […]
Each year on May 21st, tea lovers around the world raise a cup in celebration of International Tea Day—a time to honour the cultural, social, and health benefits of this timeless beverage. At the Cape Breton Tea Company, we believe that tea is much more than a drink. It is an invitation: to pause, to […]
In yet another troubling sign of growing financial threats to older adults, a recent FBI report reveals that Americans over the age of 60 lost a record $4.9 billion to fraud in 2024. That figure marks a whopping 43 percent spike in reported losses compared to the previous year, underscoring how rapidly scammers are evolving […]
Smartwatches and other wearable devices can feel almost magical. Strap on a Fitbit, Apple Watch or Samsung Gear and you’re suddenly presented with a stream of data generated by – and about – your body: step counts, heart rate, blood oxygen level, calories burned and more. Wearables offer tools that help people monitor and understand […]
Are you ready to let go of the aches and complaints that join you daily? Tune into this latest podcast episode and discover some simple and powerful techniques through art and frequency numbers. Audio Version In this powerful episode of Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell, we welcome special guest Marian Egan, an intuitive healer […]
In a significant advancement for Alzheimer’s disease diagnostics, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has greenlighted the first blood test designed to assist in diagnosing Alzheimer’s in adults aged 55 and older who exhibit early signs of cognitive decline. Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating condition that leads to memory loss and diminished thinking skills, affects […]
Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has already spread to his bones. A statement Biden’s office issued on Sunday revealed Biden was diagnosed after experiencing urinary issues. Biden’s office said his cancer has a Gleason score of nine out of ten. It also said his […]
As acupuncture has gained wide use in human medicine in the U.S., it also has become increasingly common in veterinary practice, especially for pain management.The Conversation U.S. interviewed University of Tennessee Assistant Professor of Veterinary Medicine Joe Smith, a specialist in farm animal medicine and veterinary clinical pharmacology, about this trend. He describes acupuncture’s current […]
A Nourishing Twist on Dessert: Chocolate Matcha Cake Sweetened with Honey When you think of chocolate cake, you likely imagine a rich, indulgent dessert meant for special occasions. But what if your next slice could be both decadent and nourishing? With the simple addition of matcha powder and natural honey, your classic chocolate cake can […]
When the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, was proposed in 2008, the goal was simple: to create a digital currency free from banks and governments. Over time, that idea evolved into something much bigger: “decentralized finance,” or “DeFi.” With decentralized finance, people trade, borrow and earn interest on crypto assets without relying on traditional intermediaries. DeFi services […]
