The trip where the tiger didn’t show up until it did, but then I realised the bigger… |

I’d been writing travel stories, and about national parks for months, fact-checking, going through data, and obsessing over deadlines. At some point, I realised I was talking more about parks than actually being in them. That’s when the irresistible idea struck: I needed a personal wildlife break, free from targets, timelines, and editors’ red circles.November…

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How higher fitness levels cut the risk of bladder and kidney cancer, according to a 22-year study |

According to the European Medical Journal, adults with higher cardiorespiratory fitness may have a significantly lower risk of developing urinary tract cancers, including bladder and kidney cancer. These findings come from the second Trøndelag Health Study, or HUNT2, and provide strong evidence that better fitness could offer long term protection, particularly for men.Data from 46,968…

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​Colorectal surgeon shares 5 things she avoids to lower colon cancer risk

Many commercial mouthwashes contain ethanol (alcohol), sometimes as much as 20–27%. On Dr. Karen’s list, alcohol mouth washes are at fifth position. A 2024 study found that daily use of an alcohol‑based mouthwash for three months significantly altered the oral microbiome: it increased levels of certain opportunistic bacteria which, according to authors, are “previously reported…

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How delicious foods can lower blood pressure |

Nearly half of Americans have hypertension, with many unaware of their condition. How about eating good foods to lower high blood pressure. A University of Surrey study found that flavan-3-ols, present in tea, cocoa, apples, and grapes, can significantly lower blood pressure. Incorporating these foods into a balanced diet may improve blood vessel function and…

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