Of all the emotions that have been studied, love certainly remains the most interesting one. Of all the emotions that have been studied, love certainly remains the most interesting one. We cannot choose to “not” fall for someone. Irrespective of our social conditioning, education, and ambitions, we sometimes find ourselves falling head over heels for...
Stress fractures are tiny cracks that develop in the weight-bearing bones. Stress fractures are tiny cracks that develop in the weight-bearing bones. These are often caused by repetitive force to the bone such as during long marches, by repeatedly jumping up and down, or by running long distances. Because the cracks are tiny, you may be...
What is emphysema vs. COPD? If you have emphysema, you have COPD — but the two conditions aren’t the same. Emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) both refer to a group of long-standing lung conditions that can make breathing difficult. Both of these conditions usually develop in people over 40 years old. Neither COPD...
What causes hoarding? Hoarding is a severe psychological disorder where a person gathers an excessive number of items and stores them. The reasons someone become a hoarder include altered brain connections, genetics, stress, OCD, environmental factors and altered levels of serotonin. Doctors point to several potential causes for a person to become a hoarder. Altered...
The outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been declared a global emergency. The outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been declared a global emergency. As per experts, the coronavirus disease is considered the worst crisis since World War II and has led to stringent lockdowns by governments worldwide. The coronavirus infection is especially associated...
No, veneers (dental veneers) do not ruin your teeth. No, veneers (dental veneers) do not ruin your teeth. In fact, they improve the appearance of damaged or flawed teeth. Only a small, thin tooth structure is removed to make way for the veneers. Even if the veneer cracks, you can repair the damage by getting...
Making my forearms bigger Your forearms are a part of the upper limb between the elbow and wrist. Your forearms are a part of the upper limb between the elbow and wrist. The forearm has two bones, namely, the radius (present toward the thumb or lateral side of the forearm) and ulna (present toward the...
Pesky zits are a bane for many throughout the teens Pesky zits are a bane for many throughout the teens, sometimes extending well into adulthood. Though a few zits here and there should not really be a cause for concern, regular breakouts often cause low self-esteem and depression in teens and adults alike. Popping them...
Storing fish The best way to store fresh fish is on ice. The best way to store fresh fish is on ice. Ice may need to be placed on top of the fish as well as underneath. The ice isn’t just cold; it’s also dry and allows the meltwater and liquid to run off the...
Barometric pressure Barometric pressure, also called atmospheric pressure or air pressure Barometric pressure, also called atmospheric pressure or air pressure, is the force or weight of the air surrounding us. Barometric pressure is measured by an instrument called the barometer. One of the commonest types of barometers is a mercury barometer in which the height...