Articles by Alyssa Navarro
Consuming Potato Before Pregnancy Linked To Gestational Diabetes: Foods To Avoid If You Are Pregnant
Pregnant women and women who want to become moms may want to cut back on their potato consumption. A new study has revealed that women who eat a lot of potatoes before getting pregnant have higher risks for developing gestational diabetes.
Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines Recommend Yearly Mammograms To Women From Age 50: Breast Cancer Symptoms To Watch Out For
An updated set of breast cancer screening guidelines recommends that women who are aged 50 to 74 years old should get mammograms every other year. However, the recommendation contradicts guidelines from other health organizations.
US Faces New Health Threat From Tropical Mosquitoes: What To Do To Prevent Mosquito Bites
Tropical mosquitoes known as Aedes aegypti have found their way to some places in the United States where it hadn't existed before. With the mosquito-borne disease called Zika virus looming over America, protecting yourself against mosquito bite is the smart thing to do.
Kids Who Eat Vegetables As Likely To Eat Junk Food: How To Encourage Healthy Eating In Children
A new study revealed that little kids who eat veggies and fruits are still likely to eat junk food. With that, experts say encouraging your kids to eat healthy and avoid junk food is the way to go.
Scientists Create Human-Animal Hybrids To Address Shortage Of Hearts, Livers And Lungs For Organ Transplant
Some research centers in the United States have implanted human stem cells into animal embryos in hopes of producing enough organs for transplants. However, the act has stirred controversy as experts are worried about its potential harmful effects on animals.
Research Shows This Is The Only Trait You’ll Ever Need To Win At Life
Studies show that you really just need one trait to #WinAtLife, and this trait is conscientiousness. Being conscientious or careful can help spell the difference between your successes and your failures.
Want To Stay Fit And Healthy? Don’t Use An Exercise DVD
It may seem like a good idea to enlist the aid of exercise DVDs in starting off your New Year goals of staying fit and healthy. However, a new study revealed that these commercially-available products can actually harm your health.
Mysterious Snail-Like Object Spotted On High-Res Photo Of Pluto: What Could It Be?
NASA revealed new high-resolution images of Pluto, including a visual of the dwarf planet's Sputnik Planum region. Look closely and you will see a snail-like object that seems to be trekking on the icy region's surface.
NASA Unveils New Asteroid Detection Program: What Happens When An Asteroid Hits Earth?
In case any cataclysmic asteroids are lurking in the outer space surrounding Earth, NASA is prepared to defend the planet. The space agency on Thursday formally created its new asteroid detection program called the Planetary Defense Coordination Office (PDCO).
Mark Zuckerberg Shares Vaccination Photo Of Daughter Max On Facebook: Top Reasons To Get Babies Vaccinated
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg posted a photo of him and his daughter Max just before the little girl got vaccinated on Friday. Zuckerberg’s post garnered a lot of attention from both anti-vaxxers and vaccination supporters.
Rosetta Mission Update: ESA Racing Time To Wake Up Dead Comet Lander Philae
The European Space Agency is doing its best to nudge the comet lander Philae back to life after six months of hibernation. On Sunday, Jan. 10, scientists will send a command to the robot lab in hopes of restoring contact.
Obesity Epidemic Could Trigger Surge In Cancer Cases: How To Lose Weight Naturally
The rising cases of obesity in the United Kingdom may cause an overwhelming surge in obesity-related diseases in the country, a new report revealed. Health groups are calling on the government to take urgent action to tackle obesity.
Skin Cancer Risk In Transplant Patients: Study Finds Odds Of Cancer Death Higher After Organ Transplant
A new study in Canada found that patients who receive organ transplants have higher risks of developing cancer after the operation. Despite the risks, experts said there are several ways to prevent the development of the disease.
90 Percent Of Americans Consume Too Much Salt: What Are The Health Risks Of Eating Salty Food?
From processed foods you buy to the meal you eat in restaurants, salt is ubiquitous. You may not notice, but experts said too much intake of salty foods is harmful to your health.
Contraceptive Pills Not Tied To Birth Defects: Negative Side Effects Of Birth Control Pills
A new study provides assurance for women who used to take birth control pills and want to become future moms. Experts found that the use of oral contraceptives before or during pregnancy is not linked to birth defects in babies.
Effect Of Climate Change On Agriculture: Droughts, Heat Waves Cut Global Cereal Harvests By 10 Percent In 50 Years
The impact of climate change on agriculture has led to the reduction of global food production in the past years. Researchers, however, took note of the 'fertilizing effect,' a supposed benefit that crops get from global warming.
Do Extraterrestrials Exist? Alien Life Could Thrive In Globular Star Clusters
The search for alien life has found a potential juncture at the globular star clusters found within the Milky Way galaxy. Astrophysicists believe that these old and densely-packed group of stars have the potential to be the cradle of advanced alien civilizations.
NASA's NuSTAR Space Telescope Scans Andromeda Galaxy With High-Energy X-Ray
NASA’s NuSTAR instrument has captured a swath of the Andromeda galaxy and observed 40 X-ray binaries. The findings will help scientists further understand the evolution of the universe.
More Than 24,000 Diabetic Patients Die Young Per Year: How To Prevent Diabetes Naturally
A charity in the United Kingdom has estimated that about 24,000 people in the country die young due to diabetes and poor health care service. Fortunately, there are simple and natural ways to help you avoid developing diabetes.
Genetics Play Role In 23 Cancer Types, Twin Study Reveals
A large-scale twin study has found that when a twin sibling is diagnosed with cancer, the other twin is also at high risk for developing any type of the disease. Heritability plays a significant role in this development, experts say.
Bravery Genes In Chickens May Shed Light On Anxiety In Humans
People with anxiety find it difficult to move around unfamiliar environments. The same behavior is found in anxious chickens. Certain chicken genes may help shed light on anxiety in humans.
Football And Brain Damage: CTE In College Football Player Sheds Light On Brain Disorder
Researchers in Boston looked into the case of a 25-year-old former football player who died in 2013 and was diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The young man's case may bring new information about this severe brain disorder.
Long-Term Side Effects Of IVF Treatment In Children: Can Infertility Treatment Cause Health Risks And Development Delays?
Past studies have suggested that babies conceived through IVF are at higher risk for birth defects compared with naturally-conceived babies. However, a new study in New York offers reassurance to couples that want to try IVF.
Researchers Believe These Are The Planets Where Humankind Could Possibly Survive
In a future far, far away, mankind may finally unlock the secrets to human spaceflight that could reach planets beyond our solar system. Before that happens, however, astronomers are first searching for exoplanets where life can thrive.
Black Raspberries May Be New Superfood: Other Best Superfoods For Weight Loss
Superfoods are known to have several health benefits such as reducing cholesterol levels and improving eyesight. A new study revealed that superfoods such as black raspberries may be beneficial in helping you lose weight.
Momotombo Volcano In Nicaragua Spews Gas, Lava: How Scientists Predict Volcanic Eruptions
A month after showing signs of activity for the first time in years, a volcano in Nicaragua on Sunday blasted plumes of ash, gas and lava. Volcanic eruptions such as this are unpredictable, but scientists pay attention to several warning signs.
Email Notifications Are Source Of Toxic Stress, Warn Psychologists: How To Reduce Stress Naturally
A team of researchers in London has found that the constant stream of email updates is a toxic source of stress for most people. Fortunately, there are several ways to help reduce and manage work-related stress.
Bullied Children Likely To Grow Up As Unhealthy Adults: How Parents Can Prevent Bullying
Parents must take measures to stop bullying behavior whether their child is being bullied or is the one doing the bullying. Here is a list of things to look out for.
Flexible Working Can Make You Sick Because You Are Stressed All The Time: Ways To Stay Healthy While Working From Home
Flexible working is preferred by many because of its benefits, but experts in the United Kingdom said it actually provides dangerous health risks. Here is a list of tips to help you stay healthy while working at home.
Mosquito-Borne Virus Causes Surge Of Malformed Infants In Brazil: Other Causes Of Birth Defects In Babies
An unprecedented spike in the number of infants born with brain damage has raised the alarm for Brazilian health officials. The health crisis is believed to be caused by the Zika virus in the country.
