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Smart toilets seen as future real-time health monitoring tech

Toilets are currently used for disposing of human waste. But researchers see tremendous value in the metabolic information contained in urine as a source of real-time monitoring of peoples’ health. Scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Morgridge Institute for Research are working on a proof of principle for an integrated “smart toilet” system… Read More: Smart toilets seen as future real-time health monitoring tech »

The Right Fitness Class For You – Top Considerations

When it comes to finding the right fitness class, there are a lot of things you have to consider. However, it is essential that what you decide aligns with your fitness needs as that would give you a reason to stick to the classes. Group fitness classes are great as they help to keep you… Read More: The Right Fitness Class For You – Top Considerations »

New research reveals protein bars aren't all that healthy

Chocolate was the main ingredient listed in nearly 40% of protein bars surveyed New research conducted by Safefood reveals protein bars are not as healthy as the one third of those surveyed think. In reality, most of the bars on the Irish market are “highly processed” and have a similar amount of calories as a… Read More: New research reveals protein bars aren't all that healthy »

Facing ‘Certain Death,’ Teenager With Vaping Injury Gets Double Lung Transplant

A 17-year-old boy whose lungs were irreversibly damaged by vaping received a double-lung transplant at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, a lifesaving measure taken when a patient’s own lungs are diseased or damaged beyond repair and there is no other hope of survival, doctors said on Tuesday. Without the transplant, performed last month, the… Read More: Facing ‘Certain Death,’ Teenager With Vaping Injury Gets Double Lung… »