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Though gardening has been called good for the soul, using contaminated potting soil may be bad for your health. Because potting soil is a mix of materials, usually peat or wood-based, it can grow bacteria and fungi, especially when stored in warm and moist environments. Infected potting soil has been linked to several diseases including…

Brain disorders are now the leading cause of illness and disability, affecting over one-third of the world’s population. As the population continues to grow and age, this burden is expected to further increase in the coming decades. Therefore, brain health has become a global priority. Healthy dietary change is now recognized as a key strategy…

Caffeine is the most widely used stimulant and psychoactive substance in the world, and coffee is how most people consume it. According to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, most adults can safely consume up to 400 mg of caffeine/day (or up to five 8-ounce cups of caffeinated coffee per day). For…

Tight hips aren’t just an achy nuisance: they can tank your performance on hikes, bike rides, and trail runs. Poor hip mobility can trigger a cascade of not-so-great events that hamper athletic performance and set the stage for pain and injuries