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The internet is abuzz with tributes to a liquid chemical called methylene blue that is being sold as a health supplement. Over the past five or 10 years, methylene blue has come to be touted online as a so-called nootropic agent – a substance that enhances cognitive function. Vendors claim that it amps up brain energy, improves memory, boosts focus and dispels brain fog, among other supposed benefits. Health influencers, such as podcaster Joe Rogan, have sung its praises. In February 2025, shortly before he was confirmed as health and human services secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared in a...

NATIONAL MOONSHINE DAY On June 5 we toast National Moonshine Day to recognize a beverage with a notorious record of blurring the lines of history and the law, turning ordinary men (and women) into criminals, and common criminals into legends. Follow along as we discuss how the history is just as strong as the drink. #NationalMoonshineDay Traditionally, moonshine is an illegally distilled whiskey spirit mostly made from a corn mash and typically produced by an individual illegally without a permit. Also known as white lightning, mountain dew, homebrew, hillbilly pop, and rotgut, moonshine has served as a means for people...

Image of the ground beef product detected to have been infected with E. Coli. Courtesy of June 3/FSIS public safety alert ====================================================================== Certain ground beef products distributed to Whole Foods Market locations nationwide have been pulled from shelves due to potential E. coli contamination, according to a June 3 U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) notice. The alert applies to 1-pound vacuum-packed packages of “ORGANIC RANCHER ORGANIC GROUND BEEF 85% LEAN 15% FAT,” marked with “Use or Freeze By 06-19-25” and “Use or Freeze By 06-20-25.”

Strawberry tree extracts helped treat ulcerative colitis in rats. (HJBC/Shutterstock) In a nutshell A traditional Mediterranean plant, the strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo), showed strong protective effects against ulcerative colitis in rats, performing nearly as well as a common prescription drug. The extract worked by reducing inflammation, preventing tissue damage, and restoring antioxidant enzyme levels, suggesting multiple mechanisms of action. While promising, these findings are from animal studies, and more research is needed before the extract can be considered a safe or effective treatment for humans. ======================================================================== JENDOUBA, Tunisia — A humble fruit from the Mediterranean region might hold the key...

Amid endless debate over whether or not In-N-Out, Five Guys or Shake Shack puts up the best burger, we have a new — and yuge! — contender entering the crowded upscale burger market. From Deseret News: A Donald Trump impersonator, dozens of American flags and a burger with the word 'Trump' stamped into the bun are all things a customer might see on a visit to any of the four Trump Burger locations in Texas. The restaurant chain, themed after President Donald Trump, was founded by a Lebanese immigrant named Roland Beainy, reported Fox Business. All of the current locations...

Maybe coffee doesn't need to be the very first step in our morning routines. While it's often associated with wakefulness, experts claim there may be benefits to holding off on that cup of joe for a different time of day. Cortisol, a stress hormone, is highest in our body right as we wake up, according to Julia Zumpano, a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition. From there, she said, it begins to decline naturally throughout the day. Caffeine is a stimulant, so if it's consumed (by drinking coffee, for example) when cortisol is high, that can...

NATIONAL CHEESE DAY Moooove over whiners! June 4 is National Cheese Day! An encyclopedia of cheese will cover the alphabet and broaden your vocabulary. It will undoubtedly contain more varieties of cheese than what's found at the local grocer. #NationalCheeseDay Cheese is produced from the pressed curds of milk. The milk can come from cows, buffalo, goats, or sheep. Temperature and aging affect the flavor and texture of the cheese, as well as spices and other seasonings added during the process. The opportunity to go to a cheese tasting or visit a cheesemonger who is knowledgeable about pairings will improve...

Surprise: everything is expensive. That seems to be especially true in Illinois. At the very last minute over the weekend, Illinois passed their budget for the next fiscal year. Major elements of it included adding a tax to online sports betting and tobacco tax. Not every part of the budget passed since it came down to the 11th hour. Besides issues involving Chicagoland transit, there was another part of the proposal that restaurant allies are calling the "pizza tax". The bill would include a $1.50 delivery tax (on food, Amazon deliveries, etc.) on anything delivered with a motor vehicle. It's...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class I recall, the most serious designation, for tomatoes potentially containing deadly bacteria. Class I recalls indicate a potential for “serious adverse health consequences or death.” Williams Farms Repack LLC recalled multiple tomato sizes due to potential salmonella contamination. The FDA updated the recall to Class I designation on Wednesday. Williams Farms Repack LLC Recalls Tomatoes Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination https://t.co/VZrbo0NEfQ pic.twitter.com/whsBY5IZTD — U.S. FDA Recalls (@FDArecalls) May 2, 2025 Daily Mail reports: The recall covers shipments from April 23 to April 28 sold in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina....

For many of us, the day doesn’t start until we’ve had our first cup of coffee. It’s comforting, energizing, and one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. But while your morning brew might feel harmless, it can interact with certain medicines in ways that reduce their effectiveness – or increase the risk of side-effects. From common cold tablets to antidepressants, caffeine’s impact on the body goes far beyond a quick energy boost. Tea also contains caffeine but not in the same concentrations as coffee, and doesn’t seem to affect people in the same way. Here’s what you...

Conventional wisdom long held that majoring in a STEM field was a surefire path to job security and high earnings. But new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York challenges that narrative, revealing that recent graduates with degrees in computer engineering face significantly higher unemployment than their counterparts in the humanities.According to the Fed’s analysis of 2023 Census data, the unemployment rate for computer engineering majors stood at 7.5%, compared to just 3% for art history majors. The finding has surprised many education and labor market analysts, especially given the persistent demand for tech talent in the US...

============================================================= NATIONAL EGG DAY National Egg Day falls on June 3 on the National Day Calendar and it's a perfect time to get a crack on celebrating this food holiday. #NationalEggDay Eggs are a nutrient-rich food that has gone back and forth with science and nutritionists over the decades with people asking how many eggs are too many for a healthy diet. Whatever the decision is this year, we know one egg provides an excellent source of protein and vitamin D. At 75 calories and 5 grams of fat, it's an easy choice to satisfy hunger, too. 5 Egg-celent Facts...

Halofuginone shows promise for weight loss by boosting key metabolic regulators. Overweight and obesity have quickly become major global health challenges, increasing the risk for a wide range of serious diseases. As people around the world strive for healthier lifestyles, the demand for effective weight loss solutions is growing stronger than ever. Halofuginone (HF), a natural compound extracted from the roots and leaves of the Changshan plant, could emerge as a powerful new option for tackling obesity. For more than 2,000 years, Changshan, the root of Dichroa febrifuga Lour, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever caused...

NATIONAL ROCKY ROAD DAY National Rocky Road Day on June 2 celebrates the combination of chocolate ice cream, marshmallows, and nuts all in one! Whether you like Rocky Road ice cream in a bowl, on a cone, or straight out of the container, we know this delicious food holiday is going to be a big celebration. #RockyRoadDay Although Rocky Road comes in many variations, traditionally, the ice cream includes chocolate ice cream, nuts, and marshmallows. Today, there are variations with vanilla ice cream, chocolate chips, and almonds. People have been enjoying this delicious combination for many years. There are varying...

Reds. Russets. Yukon Golds. Up until about a year or so ago, you could throw together a pretty decent breakfast after frying up a potato, some onions, and parsley for home fries. And you didn't have to do anything more to the potato than wash it and slice or chop it up. Not anymore. The spuds for sale at WalMart or Publix for five and six bucks a bag look like the real thing, but wait until you try to cook them. The problem is, they won't. Or don't. You can fry them all you want. Yet they'll stay raw...

The MONTHLY Gardening Thread is a gathering of folks that love soil, seeds and plants of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first potted plant, to gardeners with some acreage, to Master Gardener level and beyond, we would love to hear from you. If you have specific question about a plant/problem you are having, please remember to state the Growing Zone where you are located. This thread is a non-political respite. No matter what, you won’t be flamed, and the only dumb question is the one that isn’t asked. It is impossible to hijack the...

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Last season, SEC teams would fine schools $100,000 if their students storm the field. If it happens a second time, the fine would jump up to $250,000. Any subsequent offenses would cost $500,000. During this year's SEC Spring Meetings, league commissioner Greg Sankey announced that fines for field stormings will be much more...

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Downtown Chicago used to be full of Mcdonald's restaurants, but something is shutting them down... this local report investigates the potential causes of these store closures, including reports of crime. Journalistic report, including news footage and commentary.