It may soon be possible to learn whether someone has Alzheimer’s disease before they show symptoms by examining the bacterial makeup in their intestines, according to a Washington University School of Medicine study. Published June 14 in Science Translational Medicine, the study looked at the gut microbe community, called the microbiome, of 164 participants. Markedly…
Early Detection Through the Gut Could Change the Course of Alzheimer’s
Plantain: A First Aid Weed With Antibiotic, Antiviral, and Pain-Blocking Effects
In this series, “Herbal First Aid Kit,” we look at natural alternatives to modern first aid kits, which usually consist of medications made from synthetic chemicals. If you are looking for natural solutions for acute conditions, these herbs are safe, effective, and easily available. Plantain (Plantago major or Plantago lanceolata) may share a name with the banana-like…
Fast Fixes for Smelly Appliances
Even the cleanest house can develop mystery odors, often coming from the very appliances we use to keep things tidy. The nose twitches, then wrinkles; the brain asks, “Where is that smell coming from?” The normally malodorous gym socks are perfectly clean, but there’s still a stale gym locker aura in the laundry room. Or…
Hopes for ‘Big Year’ of Building New Trail up Pikes Peak
By Seth Boster From The Gazette Colorado Springs—The effort to build a new trail to the top of Pikes Peak is entering a fifth summer—what figures to be “a big year,” according to the project leader. Since 2020, Rocky Mountain Field Institute’s Carl Woody has overseen progress on a rerouted Devils Playground Trail hampered by…
Forget the Aperol Spritz. This Summer It’s All About the Hugo
While the Aperol spritz might have been the hot cocktail of recent summers past, this year is all about the Hugo. This lesser-known Italian cocktail features prosecco, elderflower syrup, and soda water. It’s just as bright and bubbly as an Aperol spritz, and arguably even more refreshing, thanks to muddled mint leaves and a lime wheel garnish….
Your Ribs Deserve a Rub
Kick off summer with these dry-rubbed baby back pork ribs. The key to this recipe is a heady rub that does not skimp in the flavor department. It’s an evolution of a dry spice rub I was inspired by years ago at the now-closed East Coast Grill in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The chef, Chris Schlesinger, devised…
For the First Time, Anxiety Screening Recommended for All Adults Under 65
Adults aged 19 to 64 should undergo screening for anxiety disorders, according to a new recommendation by a group of independent medical experts. Their proposal, based on new evidence published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), is the first time the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has suggested such screenings in adults, including…
Peru Restaurant Voted Best in the World
A restaurant in Lima, Peru has been named the best restaurant in the world by more than 1,000 restaurant industry experts, including food writers and chefs, in this year’s World’s 50 Best Restaurants rankings. Central, located in Lima’s Barranco District, was opened in 2008 by married chefs Virgilio Martínez and Pia León who had a “vision to create…
How to Make Spiced Nuts (Recipe)
Nuts are one of the healthiest snack foods in existence. They can and should be eaten any time of day. Dr. Oz eats a handful of nuts just before dinner to take the edge off his appetite. Nuts are also perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of coffee or tea. You can use…
This Make-Ahead Summer Salad Is the Best Upgrade to My Favorite Pantry Staple
Black-eyed peas are undoubtedly my favorite beans. When I was growing up, my family often used black-eyed peas as a substitute for honey beans, a type of bean found in Nigeria (a topic I’ve touched on in my recipe for akara, which are fried bean cakes popular in Nigeria and other parts of the African diaspora)….
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