The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recently unanimously voted 14-0 to coadminister the COVID-19 and flu vaccine to adults and children.1 The proposed policy for the 2021-2022 influenza season was made to implement changes that coincide with the timing of children returning to school in fall 2021, and to align with the CDC’s…
Gut health and CBG; The relationship between digestion and CBG
One of the most essential biological processes of our body is digestion. This involuntary process helps our body absorb all the nutrients from our meals. It helps us meet our energy and nutritional requirements so that our body stays healthy and strong. There are certain issues such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) that hinder the…
Tori Dunlop Is on a Mission to Help Other Women Earn Their First $100K—Here’s Her Top Advice
Fresh out of college, Tori Dunlop—now a personal finance advisor and founder of the finance education platform Her First $100k—set a goal for herself of accumulating a net worth of $100k by the age of 25. She accomplished said goal, and has since made it her mission to help other women figure out how to…
Tips for a Successful Medical Exam
So you’ve taken the leap, you’ve been accepted, attended your classes and now for the words every student dreads hearing: exams! Exams are at the core of the medical degree. Our journey from innocent newbie to medical professional is a long one, and exams often haunt our every move. Turning down parties and staying up…
How Much Should I Spend On Massage Gun
Massage guns are trending nowadays. It is a handheld device used to release muscles pain and tension. It is a handy device you can carry anywhere. Massage guns do wonder with your body. Some of the benefits of using massage guns are: Muscles relaxation Better sleep Better blood circulation Better blood pressure Reduces anxiety Release…
Celebrating the Healthy Goodness of Chocolate! Creamy Banana Almond and Cacao Bread
Nora Abbas, a naturopathic medical student, isn’t sure what to call healthy but decadent treat. Is it a loaf, brownies or breakfast bread? Whatever you call it, we call it plain delicious. She created this recipes one night during her studies when a munchies rampage hit. Abbas let her cravings take charge and viola! The…
The Effects of Vitamin D and COVID-Related Outcomes
Do you know your vitamin D level? If not, getting your blood tested — and optimizing your levels — is one of the simplest and most straightforward steps you can take to improve your health, including in relation to COVID-19. Vitamin D, as an immunomodulator, is a perfect candidate for countering the immune dysregulation that’s…
How To Clean Your Reusable Straw (Because Real Talk, It’s Filled With Bacteria)
Single-use, non-biodegradable, and decidedly bad for marine life (among other constituents of our natural world), plastic straws are increasingly being replaced by their reusable counterparts—whether made of metal, silicon, or bamboo. But as you try to save the planet one straw at a time, you may find that you’re not practicing good safety for yourself….
Causes of Foodborne Diseases and Microbial Detection to Ensure Food Safety
Microorganisms are known to be the leading cause of food poisoning, which includes several foodborne diseases. Examples of microorganisms that cause food poisoning are the salmonella bacteria and campylobacter. In addition, some viruses can also cause food poisoning. In addition, one gets food poisoning when one ingests any food containing bacterial toxins, usually referred to…
How You Can Stop Bleeding Wounds before Help Come’s
 How You Can Stop Bleeding Wounds before Help Come’s Bleeding wounds As a farmer, an artisan, a construction worker or you are working on a project at home. You are often accidentally exposed to injuries and wounds, which may result in excessive bleeding.  Bleeding wounds if not properly handled can lead to serious…