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Jul 05 2025LIFESTYLE

The Unlikely Journey of Cool Whip: A Whipped Topping That Stood the Test of Time

Cool Whip has been a staple in American kitchens for decades, thanks to its convenience and adaptability. But what exactly is it, and why do people keep coming back to it? The story of Cool Whip begins with William A. Mitchell, a chemist who had a knack for creating unique food products. He invente

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Jun 29 2025CELEBRITIES

From Disney to Stardom: How Child Stars Grew Up

Disney Channel was a big deal for many of us. It was where we first saw some of our favorite stars. Now, let's see how these stars have changed over the years. It's amazing to see how far these actors have come. Some, like Zac Efron, became big names in Hollywood. Others, like Miley Cyrus, took ris

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Checking for Anxiety and Depression in Fibromyalgia Patients: A Physiotherapist's Guide

Fibromyalgia is a tricky condition. It's not just about physical pain. Many people with fibromyalgia also deal with anxiety and depression. But how well can physiotherapists spot these issues? A recent study looked into this. Fifty-three physiotherapists in Belgium took part. They checked 169 new f

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Jun 26 2025HEALTH

How Brainpower and Schooling Affect Mental Health

A big study looked at how smart someone is and how much school they had affects their mental health later in life. Researchers gathered data from over 272, 000 Norwegian men. When these men were around 18, they took intelligence tests. Then, when they were between 36 and 40, the researchers checked

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Hunger Puzzle: Tackling Extreme Appetite in Rare Brain Conditions

Extreme hunger, or hyperphagia, is a big problem for people with rare brain conditions affecting the melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) pathway. This pathway is like a traffic cop in the brain, helping to control how much energy the body uses. When it's not working right, people can feel hungry all the

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Understanding Polymyalgia Rheumatica: A Fresh Look at Treatment

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory condition in older adults, often linked to giant cell arteritis. It's the second most frequent inflammatory rheumatic disease in this age group, following rheumatoid arthritis. Recently, guidelines for treating PMR have been updated, focusing on

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Polymyalgia Rheumatica Patients: A Closer Look at Sarilumab

Polymyalgia rheumatica is a condition that causes muscle pain and stiffness. It often affects older adults. Corticosteroids are usually the go-to treatment. But what happens when they don't work or cause too many side effects? That's where sarilumab comes in. It's a medication that's been approved f

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Jun 19 2025ENVIRONMENT

Hidden Oases: How Granite Outcrops Shape Life in Brazil's Dry Forests

The Caatinga, a vast dry forest in Brazil, is a treasure trove of biodiversity. Yet, understanding how environmental factors shape the plant life in this arid region is still a work in progress. One fascinating aspect is the role of inselbergs, or granite outcrops, in creating unique habitats.

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Jun 13 2025HEALTH

The Overlapping Mysteries of Long COVID, Fibromyalgia, and ME/CFS

The human body is a complex system. Sometimes, it does not behave as expected. This is the case with long COVID, fibromyalgia, and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). These conditions share a puzzling trait: they cause ongoing symptoms that doctors cannot fully explain. Thes

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Jun 02 2025EDUCATION

Norwegian College Boom: Did It Really Shift Family Plans?

Norway saw a big push to open colleges in the 1970s and 1980s. The idea was to give more people a shot at higher education. This move was part of a broader trend seen in many countries. People were going to college more than ever before. Some thought this would change how families were formed and ho

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