As coconut oil gains celebrity-backed popularity for its purported weight loss, immune-boosting, and heart health benefits, a closer look reveals a complex reality. While it holds promise for culinary and cosmetic uses, the oil’s high saturated fat content sparks debates among health experts. The article explores scientific insights, cautioning moderation and informed use while highlighting […]
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Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Is it possible for there to be ghosts? – Madelyn, age 11, Fort Lupton, Colorado Certainly, lots of people believe in ghosts – a spirit left behind after someone who […]
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Halloween is the spookiest time of the year. However, as you prepare to send shivers down the spines of your friends and family, you may not have given much thought to the environmental footprint that this holiday conceals. In the UK alone, more than 8 million pumpkins are thrown away each year over Halloween. This […]
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Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. How was Halloween invented? – Tillman, age 9, Asheville, North Carolina “It’s alive!” Dr. Frankenstein cried as his creation stirred to life. But the creature had a life of its […]
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Whether you’re interested in administrative tasks, hands-on patient care, or specialized healthcare areas, there is a medical assistant role out there for you. Here are 5 top choices for a fulfilling career.
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Boosting productivity goes beyond just working harder—it’s about working smarter and adopting daily habits that support your mind and body. Incorporating healthy habits into your routine can help improve focus, energy levels, and efficiency throughout the day. From nourishing nutrition to strategic breaks and exercise, small changes can lead to significant results. Learn how to […]
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H. pylori infections pose a global health challenge, with half of the world’s population potentially carrying this bacterium, often acquired in childhood and persisting without detection. Understanding its transmission, symptoms, and associated risks such as peptic ulcers and gastric cancer is crucial. Exploring diagnostic and treatment options, including advancements in tackling antibiotic resistance, and highlighting […]
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Recognizing dyslexia early in children is crucial for providing timely support and interventions. This article explores the common early signs, from speech delays to difficulties in rhyming and alphabet recognition, which can indicate the need for language intervention. Additionally, it discusses why early detection is vital, how dyslexia presents during school years, and the behavioral […]
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