Alcohol doesn't just cause a headache or dry mouth the next day. It can also lead to urgent bathroom trips, a problem sometimes called "booze butt. " Doctors say alcohol can irritate the digestive tract, change gut bacteria, and mess with how the intestines absorb water. Dr. Leybelis Padilla, a gut
Mannans, a type of sugar molecule, are found in plants, yeast, and bacteria. They are made up of mannose units linked together. These molecules are gaining attention for their many uses in health and industry. Some well-known mannans include guar gum, locust bean gum, and konjac glucomannan. These
New Year's Eve is a big deal for many people. It's a time to celebrate and start fresh. For some celebrities, it's also the perfect day to get married. Let's look at some stars who tied the knot on this special night. Kelcey Wetterberg, a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, had not one but two weddings. Th
Back in the 1920s, doctors thought they had a big win against a serious illness called neurosyphilis. They used malaria to treat patients at Mont Park Hospital in Australia. This idea won a Nobel Prize, so it was a huge deal at the time. But now, people are questioning if it really worked. A doctor
Syria's Latakia city is under lockdown. The government ordered a curfew. It started at 5 PM on Tuesday. It will end at 6 AM on Wednesday. This happened after violent protests. Four people died. Many others got hurt. The protests were about power. The Alawite minority wants more control. They gather
In a clever twist on waste management, scientists found a way to turn a problem into a solution. They used a mix of algae and cyanobacteria to clean up a messy byproduct of maize processing called nejayote. This isn't just about cleaning up, though. The team also wanted to see if they could make som
In today's world, speaking up or staying quiet is a big deal. People often worry about consequences when they want to express their thoughts. This is especially true when governments or groups try to control what people say. Some places have strict rules, while others are more relaxed. Social media
In Syria, the fall of the Assad regime left many questions unanswered. Over 100, 000 people disappeared into secret prisons, and their families are still searching for answers. The regime kept detailed records of arrests, which many hoped would reveal the fates of their loved ones. However, these re
Many students in Nigeria now turn to social media for health advice. This trend is growing fast. But how do these students really use these platforms? And what do they think about the health info they find there? A recent study tried to answer these questions. First, let's talk about why students u
Women fighting advanced ovarian cancer often face a tough battle with malnutrition. This isn't just about feeling weak or tired; it can make treatments harder to handle and slow down recovery after surgery. But here's a bright spot: doctors are now looking at ways to help women get stronger before t
