In the past few months, few cases of ‘Brain-eating’ amoeba-related death were reported. Some patients were suspected to be related to nasal rinse using tap water. It is suggested that...
Early-onset Alzheimer’s disease (EOAD) is a relatively rare form of Alzheimer’s disease affecting people under 65. It accounts for approximately 5-10% of all Alzheimer’s cases. The majority of Alzheimer’s patients...
Starfruit, also known as carambola, is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. When cut crosswise, it is a small, yellow or green fruit with a distinctive star shape. The...
Today’s newspaper mentions a type of mosquito which might become rampant within the next decade. Commonly known as the Asian tiger mosquito, it carries a virus that causes dengue fever,...
Tomato juice often contains added salt as a flavour enhancer. Salt helps to balance and bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, making the juice more palatable to many...
Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring toxin produced by certain species of fungi, particularly Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. These fungi can grow on various crops, including corn, peanuts, cottonseed, and...