Gluten causes nausea, digestion issues, brain fog, and depression in at least 6% of the world population. As a result, 30% of Americans now eat gluten-free food, and that numbers is growing. But is gluten bad for you? Read to find out. What is gluten? And why are some people […]

Have you ever wondered if your cat feels the loss of another pet in the household just like you do? New research suggests that it is possible. Though often seen as independent and aloof, cats may show signs of mourning when a companion animal dies. A recent study published in

What are orcas? Orcas are the largest oceanic dolphins, and are commonly known by the misnomer of “killer whales”. Although known best as fearsome hunters, they are also intelligent, vocal, and fascinating creatures. Orcas are found in oceans around the world from the Arctic to the Antarctic, though they mostly

It might be a surprise, but the air quality inside our homes may be worse than outside. Dust, cleaning agents, and even furniture give up fumes in the air in homes, among other materials. Fortunately, some indoor plants can purify the air we breathe by eliminating such pollutants. It is

Alcoholism is a complex condition, with various studies showing that about 50% of the risk comes from genetics. While there isn’t one specific alcoholism gene that causes alcohol use disorder, certain gene combinations can make someone more likely to become a heavy drinker. Recognizing this genetic link, scientists have been

In the 1890s, a seemingly unstoppable disease began spreading through banana farms. By the 1950s, the world’s favourite banana was all but gone. Luckily, a new type of banana emerged. But now, 70 years later, another banana apocalypse is happening; this time, a simple replacement won’t be enough. Why does

At first glance, it is easy to mistake a hawk for a falcon or the other way around. Their similar silhouettes and shared habitats can make it tricky to tell them apart. However, the difference between hawks and falcons becomes clear when you look closer at the shape of their

In the early 80s, India hosted more than 40 million vultures. By the mid-90s, almost none remained. South Asian vultures were dying at a terrifying speed, and no one could explain why.

When we think of bats, we often picture them flying through the night, but there’s something they leave behind that’s surprisingly important: Bat droppings! Bat droppings are also called guano and have unique properties that make them quite interesting. In this article, we shall look at what bat droppings are,

What is a Komodo dragon? In the early 1900s, as Western colonizers were exploring the region of Komodo, they thought they had found real dragons! This is part of the reason they’re most commonly called “Komodo dragons”, even today.  Komodo dragons are the largest living species of lizard, growing up