Burps with a sulfur smell, causes and solutions
Certain foods or medications, or digestive disorders, can cause a person's burps to smell like sulfur or rotten eggs. Here's why sulfurous burps occur and how to avoid this nauseating smell.Belching...
Artificial blood, this is the alternative to human blood
Having artificial blood in powder form that can be stored at room temperature and used at any time would help save lives and may be closer than you thought. Learn about...
‘Flesh-eating’ bacteria: how it spreads and what its risks are
The increase in cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome in Japan has sparked interest in the flesh-eating bacteria, the pathogen responsible for this serious infection. Find out how it is transmitted,...
Solar callus, why avoid this dangerous viral trend
Solar callus is a fashion trend on social networks like TikTok that proposes exposing yourself to the sun without protection until the skin burns so that it gains tolerance. A...
Operation to change eye color: risks of this fashion
If you want to change the color of your eyes you can use colored contact lenses, but there are also surgical techniques to make the change permanent. We analyze what...
Ghostbots, is it healthy to virtually recreate deceased loved ones?
Ghostbots are interactive virtual recreations of deceased people that can help you cope with grieving a loved one, but there is a risk of developing emotional dependency. We explain its...
Monkey B virus, serious human contagion in Hong Kong: what it is like
Recently, a man in Hong Kong was infected with monkey virus B, a serious infection with a high mortality rate, after coming into contact with infected macaques. We explain how...
Orthosomnia, the obsession with sleeping well that keeps you awake
Orthosomnia is the obsession with sleeping well that affects people who consider that they do not sleep enough or their sleep is not of quality and is usually associated with the...
Psittacosis, how parrot fever can affect humans
The WHO warns of an outbreak of psittacosis in Europe that has claimed the death of five people. We explain what parrot fever is, a bacterial infection that mainly affects...
Alaskapox virus, first victim of Alaska smallpox: what is known
The Alaskapox virus detected for the first time in Alaska mainly affects small mammals, but it is also transmitted to humans and has just claimed its first human victim. We...
Zombie deer disease
Zombie deer disease is a lethal neurological disease that affects cervids such as elk or reindeer. It is easily spread between infected animals and scientists fear it could jump to...
Neuralink telepathy, what Elon Musk’s brain chip is for
Billionaire Elon Musk claims that his company Neuralink has implanted its Telepathy wireless brain chip in a human for the first time and that they have detected “promising neural spikes.” ...
Laughing gas, health risks of hippy crack
The recreational use of hippy crack or laughing gas is expanding among footballers, and there is already a Premier League star who has received treatment for his addiction. We explain...
Disease X, the next pandemic? Why the WHO is concerned
Disease X is included in the WHO priority pathogen list. Experts explain why this organization considers it the next pandemic, more virulent than COVID, and what pathogens could trigger it.Table...
Cracking your knuckles, can it be harmful?
Cracking your knuckles is a habit that some people repeat frequently, but do you know if these repeated cracks can increase the risk of developing arthritis or another type of hand...
Gerascophobia, why we have a pathological fear of aging
Feeling some concern about aging and how it can affect us is normal, but gerascophobia or the pathological or irrational fear of aging deteriorates emotional well-being and quality of life. ...
Colors of breast milk: what each shade indicates
Breast milk is a living fluid that changes in its composition and appearance, which is why it can acquire different shades, sometimes quite noticeable. Breastfeeding experts explain to us what...
Phantom breast syndrome, how and why it appears
Some women experience a strange and uncomfortable sensation known as phantom breast syndrome after undergoing a mastectomy for breast cancer. Learn how it manifests and what solutions exist for these...
Yaupon tea, the energetic alternative to coffee
Yaupon tea, originally from the United States, is a herbal drink that contains caffeine and theobromine and can be a good alternative to coffee. We explain its main health benefits...
Spiderfish bite: how to act to avoid risks
The spider fish hides under the sand on the shore of the beach and when stepping on it inoculates a poison that causes intense pain and can be accompanied by other...
Sunning, benefits of running in the sun and how to avoid risks
Exercising outdoors improves emotional well-being, and running under the sun –sunning– by the sea has numerous health benefits and helps reduce stress. We tell you how to practice this activity...
Morning sickness without being pregnant: what is it due to?
Morning sickness is usually associated with pregnancy, but it can also be experienced for reasons related to diet, sleep, or some pathologies. These are the most common causes of this...
The color of the semen: what it reveals about your state of health
Find out what color healthy semen is and what it can reveal about your state of health if you expel red, yellow, green, bluish, gray or watery semen, and what signs...
Berberine, pros and cons of ‘natural Ozempic’ to lose weight
Berberine has been popularized on TikTok as the 'Natural Ozempic' because it is credited with similar slimming properties to this popular drug, but does it really help you lose weight? ...
Red eyes: causes of eye redness and how to avoid it
Red eyes are often due to an allergy, eyestrain, or exposure to toxins, but it can also be a sign of other, more serious problems, such as glaucoma. Know the...
Arcturus, a new variant of the coronavirus that affects children more
Arcturus is the new subvariant of omicron that mainly affects children under 12 years of age, in whom it causes conjunctivitis, among other symptoms. We discover what the most contagious...
Lactation cookies, do they increase milk production?
Lactation cookies are a hot topic on maternity and lactation blogs, but are they really useful for increasing breast milk production? Find out what science says about it, its ingredients...
Chest pain: causes when a heart attack is not a sign
Chest pain is one of the main reasons for medical consultation, but it is not always a symptom of a heart attack. Find out what other conditions can cause chest...
Sleeping in a bra: is it bad to wear a bra to bed?
Some women do without the bra, while others do not take it off even when they get into bed. But is it good to wear a bra while sleeping? ...
Anosmia, the loss of smell: causes and how to recover it
Anosmia is one of the symptoms of COVID-19, but other conditions can also cause complete loss of smell. An expert in olfactory disorders reveals why we stop smelling and how...
