Aldrin V. Gomes
- Oct 21
- 7 min
True or False: Zinc is beneficial against common colds, COVID-19, and monkeypox
Zinc (Zn2+) is the second-most abundant trace metal in the human body after iron and an essential element of protein structure and...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Oct 19
- 3 min
True or False: Getting more sunlight during the day helps you sleep better
Have you ever wondered why you may not be sleeping as well as you should? Do you spend most of your day inside? Or under artificial...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Sep 2
- 5 min
Does your study playlist help you learn?
“Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without.” Confucius Background music is used for a variety of purposes,...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Sep 2
- 4 min
Does Increasing High-Density Lipoprotein Levels Decrease the Risk of Strokes?
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is an important large molecule found in the human body. Generally, HDL is also known as the “good...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Aug 26
- 5 min
True or False: Is It healthy to eat oatmeal (or oats in general) everyday?
Scrolling through social media, it’s not uncommon to see a post displaying a steaming bowl of oatmeal, usually topped with delicately...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Aug 26
- 6 min
Alternative and Complementary Medicine in Reducing Musculoskeletal pain
Musculoskeletal pain, that is pain in bones, cartilage, ligaments, muscles and tendons, is one of the most common pains that occurs when...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Jun 23
- 4 min
Using Greenery to Improve Mental Wellness
The deterioration in societal mental health has occurred for decades but was accelerated by the COVID pandemic. Initially fueled by...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Jul 16, 2021
- 5 min
Acetaminophen: Use with Caution
What do some of our most common first-line defenses against fevers, headaches, and other mild pains - including Tylenol, Excedrin, and...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Jul 16, 2021
- 4 min
Can you reduce pain and improve your mood at the same time?
Acetaminophen is one of the most commonly used medications for pain relief and fever reduction. It is the most popular over-the-counter...
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Aldrin V. Gomes
- Mar 28, 2021
- 4 min
Distance Learning: A Temporary Fix with Possible Permanent Consequences
With COVID-19 at the forefront of our recent struggles, there is another potential problem lurking behind, one that could lead to...
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