Imagine stepping into a store with everything religious on display. This is the new normal for many. It is a place where all the big religions have their shelves. In this spiritual supermarket, you could find a Buddha statue next to a crucifix. From the Christian mysticism alongside astrology charts to the Wiccan texts sharing shelf space with Judaica. There is also ...
Ever think about what's really inside the pills you're taking? You might be surprised to learn that many medicines and anesthetics contain hidden animal parts. This can be a big deal for people with certain religious beliefs, who might prefer to avoid these ingredients. The weird thing is, there's no law requiring drug companies to tell you if your meds are made from...
Have you ever thought about how your beliefs might influence your health decisions? A study in the USA looked into this topic, focusing on how people's religious attitudes, specifically their belief in God's control over their health, can affect their actions. Researchers collected data from a large group of people across the country, asking about their health habits...
Chauncey Billups, born in Denver, Colorado, didn’t just leave his mark on the basketball court; he made waves off it too. Growing up in the Park Hill neighborhood, he was a sports sensation, earning the nickname “The King of Park Hill” by fifth grade. Chauncey's talents blossomed at George Washington High School, where he won the Mr. Colorado Basketball title a recor...
Have you ever wondered if the meat you're eating is truly halal? A recent study tackled this issue by exploring a quick method to check for pork adulteration. This is important because some people, like Muslims and Jews, can't eat pork. Sometimes, cheaper pork gets mixed with pricier meats like beef or lamb. The study experimented with different amounts of trypsin (1...
Artur Beterbiev, a 39-year-old Russian-Canadian boxer, is the undisputed light heavyweight champion. He's not your typical sports fanatic. In an interview, he admitted he doesn't really enjoy boxing. "It's like a job to me, " he said. Yet, he's one of the best. Beterbiev will face fellow countryman Dmitry Bivol in a rematch on February 22nd. Their last fight was inte...
Religions can shape how people perceive and connect with their bodies. Researchers looked into how various aspects of religiosity influence interoceptive sensibility (IS), which is our ability to notice and understand bodily signals. They examined Christians, Muslims, and Hindus. Study 1 showed that religious identity influences the relationship between the importanc...
What does faith and ethnicity have to do with being one of the greatest QBs of all time? A lot apparently. Aaron Rodgers' spiritual journey is as complex and interesting as his football career. Raised in a strict evangelical household, he's since moved away from traditional Christianity towards a more individualistic spirituality. Is this shift in religion impacting...