Brittany is a freelance writer and editor with a Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition and a writer’s certificate from the University of Western Ontario. She enjoyed a stint as a personal trainer and is an avid runner. Brittany loves to combine running and traveling, and has run numerous races across North America and Europe. She also loves chocolate more than anything else… the darker, the better!
In 2018, the anti-aging market was worth about 50.2 billion dollars. Experts expect this number to continue growing over the next few years [1]. Why? Because we all want to turn back the clock and maintain our youthful selves for as long as possible. One 53 year old grandma, however, seems to have unlocked the […]
In the United States, there’s a serious problem with not having enough kidney transplants available. Right now, more than 100,000 people are waiting for a kidney transplant. They often have to wait a long time, usually between three and five years, to get one. This waiting period is a big issue because every day, about thirteen people who need […]
The health of your heart and cardiovascular system is an extremely important thing to keep your eye on. As heart disease is the number one cause of death on North America, your life literally depends on your ability to monitor and correctly interpret the early signs of heart trouble. If you are repeatedly experiencing any […]
Caffeine on its own can be very beneficial for the mind and body. It has been proven to be able to reduce headaches, improve mental alertness and even treat conditions such as asthma and diabetes. However, when caffeine is added to a cocktail of artificial stimulants, sweeteners, and other additives it can become a toxic […]
We can learn a lot from studying the rings inside trees. The science of tree-ring analysis is called dendrochronology, and examining these markings can provide information about the tree’s age, whether it had been through any fires, or if it had endured any insect outbreaks. A tree’s rings can also give significant insight into what […]
Forests are a vitally important part of our environment. They stabilize the climate by removing excess carbon from the atmosphere, protect biodiversity by providing a home for countless animal and insect species, and support livelihoods [1]. Now one man is taking it to a new level by cloning redwoods in the hopes of restoring millions […]