I once asked an Austrian friend of mine who had just qualified as a doctor where he went when he was sick.The surprising answer was that he and most of his colleagues went to a homeopath. He reminded me of our family G. P. who didn’t believe in medicines. I was told ‘just take your son home and make… Read More »
Whether you’re a college student hoping to ace your exams, a busy professional striving for a promotion, or an older adult concerned about dementia, the idea of popping a pill that boosts your brainpower might seem appealing. So perhaps it’s not surprising that the use of nootropics — aka cognitive enhancers or smart drugs — is on the rise.… Read More »
Although roughly 3 out of every 4 people in America require corrective lenses, many people wonder how bad their eye prescription is – especially as the numbers and symbols are often difficult to interpret. In this article, we look at how to read an eye prescription and what the numbers mean. How to read an eye prescription Positive numbers, such… Read More »
Kalonji is flavorful, boasts medicinal properties, and can even be consumed while pregnant. Supplements may benefit your health, but more research is needed. Also known as black cumin, nigella or by its scientific name Nigella sativa, kalonji belongs to the buttercup family of flowering plants. It grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and produces a fruit with… Read More »
Gap problems in knee joints refer to the presence of abnormal spaces or misalignments between the bones that make up the knee. These gaps can arise due to various reasons, including osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, or previous surgeries. When cartilage wears down over time, it can lead to increased friction and instability in the joint. This deterioration not only… Read More »
The official name of this document is Leiden Papyrus #344, after the Dutch museum where it currently resides. The style of writing suggests that it was a XIX dynasty composition, but it is probably a copy of one written much earlier. The first Egyptologist to make a detailed examination of it was Sir Alan Gardiner, in 1909. He… Read More »
Before making a diagnosis, your doctor will likely give you a physical exam and ask about your diet, your hair care routine, and your medical and family history. You might also have tests, such as the following: Treatment Effective treatments for some types of hair loss are available. You might be able to reverse hair loss, or at… Read More »
Table of contents :CoverThe oxford handbook of EcocriticismCopyrightContentsPrefaceIntroductionPart I History1. Being Green in Late Medieval English Literature2. Shadows of the Renaissance3. Romanticism and Ecocriticism4. Cholera, Kipling, and Tropical India5. Ecocriticism and Modernism6. W. E. B. Du Bois at the Grand Canyon: Nature, History, and Race in Darkwater7. Pataphysics and Postmodern Ecocriticism: A ProspectusPart II Theory8. Ecocriticism and the… Read More »
Effects on blood vessels may help explain links between diet, obesity and cognitive decline Long Beach, Calif. (April 5, 2024)—A new study conducted in mice traces how obesity and a high-fat diet may accelerate aging in the blood vessels that supply blood to the brain. The work is being presented this week at the American Physiology Summit, the flagship… Read More »
The easiest way to reduce excess oil from pakoras is to gently pat them dry with paper towels after frying, allowing the absorbent paper to soak up any extra oil on the surface. Other tips to make less oily pakoras: