Did you know that although 70 percent of planet Earth is covered with water, only 1 percent of it is available for human consumption? Our surging population is leaving our lakes, rivers and aquifers struggling to meet this growing demand for fresh water. In fact, water demand is expected to climb 50 percent from 2007 to 2025. What can you do to… Read More »
You should always have certain items in the car, and no, we’re not talking about the piles of trash that are currently in the back seat. This list of car essentials will keep your car running and help you deal with unforeseen obstacles in the road. You may even run into a “Good Samaritan” opportunity to help a… Read More »
HYDERABAD: When summer starts singeing this part of the world, you need to hydrate, eat right kinds of foods, and stay out of the sun to avoid heat/sun stroke, which can be deadly. You can also boost your body’s ability to fight heat by consuming phalsa, a small berry-like summer fruit of the tree or shrub Grewia asiatica.… Read More »
When you’re hot, you sweat. That makes you lose fluids and electrolytes. In addition, heat makes your blood vessels dilate to increase sweating. Together, these things can drop your blood pressure, sometimes enough to make you dizzy or even pass out. It could be even worse if your heart doesn’t pump normally and isn’t able to adjust to… Read More »
Geriatric doctors, also called geriatricians, specialize in caring for aging adults who often have complex medical issues. They focus particularly on keeping you functional and helping you maintain your quality of life. Geriatric doctors understand caregivers’ roles and work with family members, too. The US faces a shortage of geriatric doctors for a growing older adult population. According to the American… Read More »
Psychology is a source of fascination for many people. By learning about the basics of behavior and the human mind, people are able to gain a greater understanding of themselves and others. Psychologists also play a vital role in health care by caring for individuals experiencing mental health issues, performing psychotherapy, investigating treatment options, and teaching patients how to manage… Read More »
Over one-third of U.S. adults — that’s more than 72 million people — are now considered obese. What we eat certainly contributes to America’s obesity epidemic, but how much we eat and our lack of portion control may be even more important factors. The bottom line: We are eating too much! With free soda refills and supersized French fries lurking… Read More »
The Punjab wildlife department has arrested eight people for illegally selling rare birds and an endangered black bear in two separate raids on Sunday. District officer wildlife department Rizwana Aziz, along with her team, caught a man red-handed while he was selling a black bear despite a ban on its trade in the city’s Kari road area. Adalat… Read More »
A giant ship’s engine broke down and no one could repair it, so they took it to a Mechanical Engineer with over 40 years of experience. He inspected the engine very carefully, from top to bottom. After seeing everything, the engineer unloaded the bag and pulled out a small hammer. He knocked something gently. Soon, the engine came… Read More »
It can sometimes feel like you could spend the rest of your life trying to clean and organize your home and never actually cross every item off your to-do list. However, just because you’re short on time doesn’t mean you have to ignore those projects you’re eager to get done. Whether you’re looking to get your house spotless in a… Read More »